Laura Vangen
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Dependable and organized educator with 17 years of experience. Skillful in monitoring large classrooms and cultivating positive relationships with students. Dedicated to providing balanced, engaging learning environment for all students. Possessing excellent time management and communication skills. Proficient in maintaining accurate and complete student records. Consistent and responsible professional with expertise in Health & Wellness and Mathematics. Highly effective leader and role model; successfully coached sports teams and mentored future educators, demonstrating strong motivational and mentoring skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary School Educator
Edmonton Catholic School Division
Edmonton, AB
01.2013 - 01.2023
- Proactively stayed current of evolving educational trends, legislative changes, and program models, ensuring instructional strategies remained current and effective
- Spearheaded collaborative efforts to develop inclusive curricula tailored to diverse learner needs, aligning with provincial standards and fostering a supportive learning environment for all students
- Provided targeted support for First Nations Metis and Inuit (FNMI) students, BIPOC communities, and students with disabilities, facilitating English language acquisition and integration for ESL/ELL students, thereby fostering inclusive and equitable learning environments
- Leveraged advanced eLearning authoring tools to create dynamic online courses, quizzes, and simulations, resulting in enhanced engagement and comprehension for a diverse student body
- Developed and implemented fair and comprehensive assessment strategies, fostering a positive learning environment, and enhancing student engagement through cutting-edge technology integration policies
- Applied change management best practices during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading the transition to online learning seamlessly by collaborating with stakeholders, ensuring continuous support for students and staff throughout the challenging period
- Demonstrated mastery in implementing school policies related to curriculum development, inclusive education, assessment methodologies, and technology integration, ensuring alignment with educational goals and standards.
Elementary School Educator
Edmonton Catholic School Division
Edmonton, AB
01.2004 - 01.2013
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies and accommodations to address diverse learning styles, leading to increased student engagement and notable improvements in overall test scores across various subjects
- Established regular communication channels with parents, engaging in weekly discussions about their child's academic progress and providing personalized suggestions for improvement, resulting in a high level of parent satisfaction and support
- Demonstrated strong leadership and motivational skills by successfully coaching soccer, volleyball, and cross country running teams, fostering teamwork, sportsmanship, and achievement among elementary students
- Mentored and guided four Advanced Professional Term student teachers from the University of Alberta, facilitating their growth in lesson planning and assessment methods, contributing to their development as effective educators
- Spearheaded the planning and execution of various whole-school events such as intramurals, Random Acts of Kindness week, science fairs, assemblies, D.A.R.E
- Programming, and track and field events, enriching the school experience and promoting community engagement.
Education
B.Ed. -
University of Alberta
Personal Fitness Training Certification -
NAIT
Skills
- Communication
- Administrative & Organizational Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Self Motivation
- Collaboration & Teamwork
- Organization
- Conflict Management
- Project Management
- Data Analysis
- Curriculum Development
- Copywriting
- Assessment & Grading
- Technical Proficiency
- Special Education & Inclusive Practices
- Mental Health Advocacy
- Subject matter expertise
- Project-based learning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Hands-on learning
- Proficient in MS Office Suite and Google Workspace
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Serving Diverse Communities
- Technology Integration
- Team Collaboration
- Student Engagement
- Teaching strategies
- Student Development
- Health and wellbeing
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Computational mathematics
- Curriculum Design
Training
- ELearning Essentials: Instructional Design, 2023-01-01
- Instructional Design: Adult Learners, 2023-01-01
- Respect in the Workplace Training, 2021-01-01
- Hazard Assessment Training, 2021-01-01
- Equity Diversity Inclusion & Anti Racism Training (EDIAR), 2021-01-01
- Mental Health Champions-School Rep, 2020-01-01
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Course, 2020-01-01
- Online Learning Facilitator Training, 2020-01-01
- How to Connect with Kids These Days: Connecting with Students in the Pandemic, 2020-01-01
- Employee Accident and Exposure Incident Reporting Training, 2019-01-01
- Leadership with Project Based Learning Course, 2015-01-01
Timeline
Secondary School Educator
Edmonton Catholic School Division
01.2013 - 01.2023
Elementary School Educator
Edmonton Catholic School Division
01.2004 - 01.2013
B.Ed. -
University of Alberta
Personal Fitness Training Certification -
NAIT
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