Katelynn Pickel-MacDonald
Saint John
Summary
Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Simonds High School
01.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Substitute Teacher
Anglophone South School District
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
After School Educator
YMCA of Fredericton
09.2020 - 06.2023
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Sanitized frequented areas and equipment using approved supplies.
Summer Camp Supervisor
YMCA of Fredericton
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Supervised staff and volunteers
- Planned and organized activities for school-age children
- Supported summer counsellors in carrying out activities that promoted the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of children
- Kept and organized records of children and staff
Vice President of Finance and Operations
UNB Student Union
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Prepared and reviewed internal financial and operational reports to influence strategic business planning.
- Reviewed and approved all funding request and event application sent in by ratified UNBSU Clubs and Societies.
- Reviewed and edited new Clubs and Societies constitutions to ensure that they followed UNBSU bylaws and policies.
- Sat on the UNBSU 2021-2022 Council as VP Finance and Operations with voting and speaking rights.
Childcare Provider
Au Pair
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Supervised 3-4 children.
- Organized and planned age-appropriate lessons involving reading, crafts, music, and movement.
- Transported children to and from activities.
Director of Campus Events
UNB Student Union
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Create safe interactive experiences for UNB students.
- Plan and execute in-person and virtual events during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fleet Assistant
JD Irving Ltd.
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Paid close attention to route conditions and weather safety and rerouted vehicles to direct safe and efficient trips.
- Coordinated with contract workers.
- Answered phone calls and dispatched destinations.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Teachable in Business, Social Studies, and Math
University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, NB06-2023
BBA -
University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, NB05-2022
Skills
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
Timeline
Teacher
Simonds High School
01.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Anglophone South School District
09.2023 - 01.2024
Summer Camp Supervisor
YMCA of Fredericton
06.2022 - 08.2022
Vice President of Finance and Operations
UNB Student Union
08.2021 - 04.2022
Director of Campus Events
UNB Student Union
01.2021 - 04.2021
After School Educator
YMCA of Fredericton
09.2020 - 06.2023
Childcare Provider
Au Pair
06.2020 - 08.2021
Fleet Assistant
JD Irving Ltd.
05.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Education - Teachable in Business, Social Studies, and Math
University of New Brunswick
BBA -
University of New Brunswick
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