Jill Coast
Fort Macleod
Summary
Personal Mission Statement: One step forward everyday!
Vision: Walk With Purpose
Highly motivated and dedicated educator with a passion for creating a classroom culture of inquiry, where curiosity is the catalyst for creativity. Instilling a genuine love of literacy through experiences which empower individuals to achieve their limitless potential. Builder of authentic relationships with students, staff, parents and community members. Inspiring, encouraging and supporting individuals on their journey to become the best version of themselves while personally striving to move "One Step Forward Everyday." As a long standing Lighthouse Team Coordinator and Action Team leader, it is a true passion and privilege to encourage, empower and inspire leaders of today and tomorrow.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Connections Lead Teacher- FP Walshe School
Livingstone Range School Division #68
08.2023 - Current
- Created a flexible, safe and dynamic learning environment for students from grade 6-12 with a focus on relationships, supporting the social-emotional, spiritual, academic and physical needs of each student
- Designed and implemented individualized programming focusing on student skill sets, interests, cultural connections and personal goals to develop competencies and improve individual learning capacity
- Built strong relationships with families, student support workers and community partners
- Worked in a team-focused environment
Elementary School Music Educator
Livingstone Range School Division #68
09.2019 - 06.2023
- Provided students meaningful learning opportunities to explore the powerful impact music has on the mind, body, heart and spirit
- Designed and taught engaging music lessons for students in Kindergarten to Grade Five with continued focus on literacy and numeracy, based on Alberta's K-6 Music and Fine Arts Curriculum
- Collaborated with Indigenous Elders to teach music's powerful connection to history, culture and humanity through traditional drumming
Elementary Classroom Teacher Grade Three & Five
Livingstone Range School Division
09.2009 - 08.2019
- Created and facilitated a literacy rich learning environment where student voice, choice and individual goals were the foundation of classroom learning
- Designed and implemented authentic formative and summative assessments of student centered learning
- Worked collaboratively in team teaching setting where staff and student talents, knowledge and potential were valued and supported within an inclusive classroom environment
- LRSD Literacy Committee team member
Hutterite Colony Educator
Livingstone Range School Division
09.1998 - 08.2009
- Created and implemented inquiry based, student centered learning opportunities in a literacy and numeracy rich multi-age ESL classroom setting
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills when working independently or in team settings
- Built trusting, long lasting relationships with students, staff, parents and Colony members
Elementary Classroom Teacher Grade Three
Northland School Division No.61
08.1997 - 06.1998
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new and challenging situations
- Created and maintained an inclusive learning environment where trusting relationships were foundation for student success and growth
- Integrated land based learning and teaching to strengthen cultural connections
Education
Bachelor of Arts/ Bachelor of Education - Physical Education -Social Studies
University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge, Alberta07.1997
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Flexible and adaptable
- Team focused
- Creative
- Planning and detail oriented
- Energetic
- Dedicated
- Choose My Weather
Certification
7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Leader In Me Training
SIVA Training
First Aid Certified
Timeline
Connections Lead Teacher- FP Walshe School
Livingstone Range School Division #68
08.2023 - Current
Elementary School Music Educator
Livingstone Range School Division #68
09.2019 - 06.2023
Elementary Classroom Teacher Grade Three & Five
Livingstone Range School Division
09.2009 - 08.2019
Hutterite Colony Educator
Livingstone Range School Division
09.1998 - 08.2009
Elementary Classroom Teacher Grade Three
Northland School Division No.61
08.1997 - 06.1998
7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Leader In Me Training
SIVA Training
First Aid Certified
Bachelor of Arts/ Bachelor of Education - Physical Education -Social Studies
University of Lethbridge
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