LETTA COOPER
North Battleford
Summary
Dedicated educator and leader with strong communication skills and inner drive to see individuals discover their strengths and achieve their goals. Respectful professional who is mindful to listen and learn to adapt to challenges. Compassionate, trauma-informed approach to addressing individual needs and promoting whole-person wellness in a culturally-sensitive way. Able to maintain strict confidentiality when dealing with sensitive matters and vulnerable populations. Experienced collaborator with local organizations able to discover new resources to meet unique client and community needs.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Visiting Supervisor
KidsFirst Battlefords
09.2021 - Current
- Collaborated as part of a 3-person professional team to provide regular supervision to a home visiting team of up to 10 staff and one-on-one support to up to 6 home visitors at a time
- Provided orientation, training, and coaching to new KidsFirst employees
- Developed deep understanding of the Growing Great Kids curriculum and best practices of delivery to guide home visitors in their interactions with client families
- Coordinated virtual and in-person training sessions to equip staff with skills to support personal and professional growth and continued client family success
- Acted as a liaison between local elders and other cultural teachers to plan teaching sessions and cultural events for staff and KidsFirst family events
- Dedicated to continually developing new and deeper understanding of local indigenous traditions, protocols, and teachings
- Cultivated strong relationships with community partners as a member of Battlefords Early Childhood Community Planning Network and various subcommittees
- Managed budgets and resources effectively
- Maintained accurate records of all documentation for daily supervision and month end procedures
Teacher
Light of Christ Catholic Schools
09.2011 - 04.2021
- Worked effectively with highly diverse student population to attain student achievement
- Collaborated with staff members and families to design individualized goals and lesson plans to aid children with various learning disabilities and IQ levels
- Provided advocacy for children in under-served populations
- Facilitated small and large group intervention with students in math, reading, writing, behaviour regulation, and communication skills
- Promoted collaboration and problem-solving skills by facilitating group projects and class discussions
- Effectively utilized technological resources, including SMART Boards, Microsoft Power Point, Adobe Acrobat, Google Slides, and Google Classroom applications to develop unit plans, maintain records, and deliver daily lessons
Education
Post-Degree Certificate - Community Mental Health
North West College
North Battleford, SK06.2021
Bachelor of Education -
University Of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK06.2010
Bachelor of Music - Music Education
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK06.2010
Skills
- Educational content creation and delivery
- Strong public speaking abilities
- Relationship building
- Trauma-informed approach
- Compassionate outreach to underserved communities
- Positive & respectful leadership
- Team collaboration
- Quick decision-making
- Student/client advocacy
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Nitro PDF and Google G Suite
Timeline
Home Visiting Supervisor
KidsFirst Battlefords
09.2021 - Current
Teacher
Light of Christ Catholic Schools
09.2011 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Education -
University Of Saskatchewan
Bachelor of Music - Music Education
University of Saskatchewan
Post-Degree Certificate - Community Mental Health
North West College
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