A seasoned educator at Westmount School, Foothills School Division, I excel in fostering inclusive learning environments and implementing differentiated instruction. My collaborative teamwork and expertise in literacy education have significantly enhanced student engagement and achievement. I'm committed to leveraging educational research and individualized learning plans to support every student's success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade 2 Teacher
Westmount School, Foothills School Division
08.2024 - Current
Implemented effective behavior management techniques to maintain an orderly learning environment while addressing individual needs.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, providing a well-rounded educational experience for students.
Studied and implemented strategic, systematic and explicit literacy and numeracy programs and strategies.
Fostered an inclusive learning environment to help meet the varying developmental and learning needs of all students.
Enhanced communication between parents and school staff through regular newsletters, conferences, and progress reports.
Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Learning Coach
Westmount School, Foothills School Division
08.2023 - 06.2024
Supported struggling learners with targeted instruction, resulting in increased academic achievement.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with educational trends and research-based methodologies.
Served as an active member of the school's leadership team, contributing valuable input on policy development and decision-making processes for school improvements.
Established strong relationships with parents and guardians, keeping them informed of their child''s progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
Facilitated individualized support for special education students through close coordination with specialized staff members, ensuring appropriate accommodations were provided.
Assessed and analyzed student data to identify trends, address learning gaps, and inform future instructional planning.
Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
Administered standardized tests to assess student strengths and weaknesses.
Kindergarten Teacher
Westmount School, Foothills School Division
08.2018 - 06.2023
Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
Grade 2 Teacher
Westmount School, Foothills School Division
02.2016 - 04.2017
Implemented effective behavior management techniques to maintain an orderly learning environment while addressing individual needs.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, providing a well-rounded educational experience for students.
Enhanced communication between parents and school staff through regular newsletters, conferences, and progress reports.
Grade 1 and 2 Teacher
Westmount School, Foothills School Division
08.2012 - 02.2015
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.
Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Grade 1 Teacher
Delta West Academy
03.2011 - 06.2012
Contributed to school-wide initiatives focused on fostering community partnerships and improving overall student achievement levels.
Achieved higher student engagement by implementing diverse teaching methods and strategies.
Developed strong relationships with students' families to better understand their backgrounds and learning needs.
Utilized differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of each student within the classroom setting.
Increased parent involvement through regular communication, conferences, and workshops focused on supporting student success at home.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre, Education
University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge, AB
06-2009
Skills
Collaborative teamwork
Parent-teacher communication
Educational research
Child development
Inclusive Learning needs support
Literacy education: Science of Reading
Individualized learning plans
Mathematics teaching
Languages
English
Elementary
Timeline
Grade 2 Teacher
Westmount School, Foothills School Division
08.2024 - Current
Learning Coach
Westmount School, Foothills School Division
08.2023 - 06.2024
Kindergarten Teacher
Westmount School, Foothills School Division
08.2018 - 06.2023
Grade 2 Teacher
Westmount School, Foothills School Division
02.2016 - 04.2017
Grade 1 and 2 Teacher
Westmount School, Foothills School Division
08.2012 - 02.2015
Grade 1 Teacher
Delta West Academy
03.2011 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre, Education
University of Lethbridge
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