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Linda Poulin

Courtenay,BC

Summary


Compassionate, creative and effective professional with valuable experience in classroom administration, curriculum writing, leadership and project planning and development. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of any team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Strong Christian faith and prayer life that is a central, integral part of work, family and personal life.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Educational Programs

The Robb Nash Project
10.2017 - 01.2025
  • Created and built an on-line mental wellness curriculum for schools nationwide named: A Living Curriculum: Stories of Life Through Darkness
  • Marketed and supported the implementation of A Living Curriculum in schools and school divisions across Canada.
  • Supported and collaborated with team for territorial development for in-person student experience. (Live concert and hope-filled presentation to support student mental wellness)
  • Booked venues, engaged with schools and divisions for attendance, busing, and overall support
  • Worked with community organizations to enhance relationships and supports for the mental health needs of students within schools.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
  • Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for reduced costs and improved service quality.
  • Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
  • Secured key partnerships that contributed to the company''s overall growth strategy and market reach.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Cultivated and maintained relationships with Educational partners at all levels from school establishments to provincial ministerial offices.
  • Cultivated relationships with donors to help sustain and expand the mission of the organization
  • This is a CRA registered charity: www.robbnash.com

Teacher

Verbe Divin High School
2001 - 2018
  • 10 years (7 years continuous and 3 years replacement contracts) - Created and implemented English Immersion Program for French language junior high school and high school students.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.

Teacher

Granby Haute Yamasaka CEGEP (college)
2010 - 2013
  • 3 years – ESL
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

Teacher

Massey Vanier High School
2008 - 2010
  • 2 years – taught grade 9 math and French Second Language
  • Grade 10 English literature.

Teacher

Parkview Elementary School
2000 - 2001
  • 1 year – taught computer skills to grades 3 to 6
  • Supported homeroom teachers in building integrated learning projects using technology.

Teacher

Val des Cerfs School Division
  • Multiple years – supply teaching work at all levels but mainly at the elementary school level.

Education

Master of Education Degree - Curriculum Development And School Leaderhsip

Bishop’s University
Sherbrooke, QC
01.2003

Bachelor of Business Degree -

University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, New Brunswick
01.1986

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Curriculum writing
  • Problem solving
  • Strategic planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • Team management
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Project coordination

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary

Certification

Alberta Family Wellness: Brain Story Certification - June 2021


CMHA: Mental Health First Aid July 2020


Kids Help Phone: Textline Crisis Responder May 2020

Timeline

Director of Educational Programs

The Robb Nash Project
10.2017 - 01.2025

Teacher

Verbe Divin High School
2001 - 2018

Teacher

Granby Haute Yamasaka CEGEP (college)
2010 - 2013

Teacher

Massey Vanier High School
2008 - 2010

Teacher

Parkview Elementary School
2000 - 2001

Teacher

Val des Cerfs School Division

Master of Education Degree - Curriculum Development And School Leaderhsip

Bishop’s University

Bachelor of Business Degree -

University of New Brunswick

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