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JESSICA WINTERFORD

Grande Prairie,Canada

Summary

I believe that all students should have the opportunity to learn in their own way. As an elementary teacher my role is to nurture and encourage the lifelong learning of my students. I hope to promote students to think creatively and explore their natural curiosity. I look forward to providing a safe and inclusive learning environment for all.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Grande Prairie Catholic School District
09.2020 - Current
  • Designed and implemented engaging, differentiated lesson plans aligned with curriculum outcomes and diverse student needs
  • Fostered a positive, inclusive classroom environment that supports student well-being, collaboration, and academic growth
  • Assessed student learning using a variety of formative and summative methods, and provided timely feedback to promote improvement
  • Established clear classroom expectations and routines that promote respect, responsibility, and a safe learning space
  • Utilized proactive behavior strategies and responsive interventions to support individual student needs

4HER Program Lead

Swan City Football Club
08.2020 - Current
  • Implementing a program to empower female athletes including initial planning, funding, and program overview.
  • Steering operations by establishing clear mission and organizational vision.
  • Leading a female team with similar vision and attitudes but diverse skill sets.
  • Planning, organizing and carrying out ongoing initiatives to promote female athletics within the Grande Prairie community.

Coach

Swan City Football Club
01.2014 - Current
  • Planned, organized, and conducted practice sessions both individually and in coordination with partner coaches.
  • Challenged, motivated, and helped children accomplish motor development goals and inspire love of movement and healthy habits through physical activities.
  • Created and monitored strength-training programs to enhance athlete performance and reduce risk of injury.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with players and families within the soccer community.

Summer Camp Lead

Swan City Football Club
07.2014 - 08.2019
  • Created and maintained engaging daily activities for all campers including arts, crafts, sports, and games.
  • Fostered environment focused on learning and teamwork, demonstrating positive behaviors and ways to accomplish shared goals.
  • Kept all campers safe and happy while responding swiftly to emergency situations, assessing injuries and administering first aid.
  • Assessed needs and interests of individuals and groups and planned activities accordingly.

AFX Practicum Placement

Maude Clifford Public School
10.2020 - 12.2020
  • Developed and implemented engaging curriculum aligned with student learning objectives and in adherence with state and district requirements.
  • Administered and interpreted formal and informal educational assessments and recorded findings.
  • Delivered engaging lessons and facilitated lively classroom discussions by integrating technology and other literacy techniques to promote development in all areas of communication.
  • Built positive relations with students, staff and administration.
  • Teacher: Christina Lieske
  • Grade One

ACAC Assistant Coach

North Western Polytechnic
2019 - 2024
  • Developed strong relationship with players to assist in reaching goals, build trust and rapport.
  • Assisted head coach in evaluating player performance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous growth.
  • Mentored athletes on sportsmanship, leadership skills, and maintaining a strong work ethic both on and off the field.
  • Advised head coach on discipline, performance, and other decision-making areas.

Education

Bachelor of Elementary Education -

University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB
04.2021

Elementary Education Transfer - undefined

Grande Prairie Regional College
Grande Prairie, AB

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St. Joseph Catholic High School
Grande Prairie, AB
06.2014

Skills

  • Organized
  • Embraces collaboration
  • Growth-mindset focused
  • Passionate
  • Attentive to details
  • Compassionate
  • Strong communication skills
  • Highly adaptable

Timeline

AFX Practicum Placement

Maude Clifford Public School
10.2020 - 12.2020

Teacher

Grande Prairie Catholic School District
09.2020 - Current

4HER Program Lead

Swan City Football Club
08.2020 - Current

Summer Camp Lead

Swan City Football Club
07.2014 - 08.2019

Coach

Swan City Football Club
01.2014 - Current

Elementary Education Transfer - undefined

Grande Prairie Regional College

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St. Joseph Catholic High School

ACAC Assistant Coach

North Western Polytechnic
2019 - 2024

Bachelor of Elementary Education -

University of Alberta

Additional Information

  • Grande Prairie Regional College Female Soccer Assistant Coach
  • C-Licence Certified Coach - Canada Soccer (2020)
  • Completion of Interpersonal Education Experience - Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Speech-Language Pathology (2019)
  • Female representative for the GPRC Athletics Advisory Board (2017-2018)
  • Recipient of Louis Lamoureux Memorial Award for leadership (2016/17)
  • All Conference Athlete (2014/15 & 2017/18)
  • Grande Prairie Regional College Female Soccer player & captain (2014-2018)
  • City of Grande Prairie Women of Influence Award Certificate of Recognition (2025)

Hobbies and Interests

Creative, Cross Curricular Lesson Planning, Universal Design for Learning & Differentiated Instruction, Classroom Management, Assistive Technology, Teaching with Accommodations, Youth Sport Development, Advocating for Girls in 

Sport, Female Athlete Wellness, Leadership & Mentorship

JESSICA WINTERFORD