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Lorraine Flavelle

calgary

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Foothills School District, excelling in classroom management and literacy instruction. Fostered a positive learning environment, enhancing student engagement through innovative teaching strategies. Committed to professional growth, I effectively integrated technology to elevate student outcomes and built strong relationships with families to support learning.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary Teacher

Foothills School District
09.1995 - 06.2008
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
  • Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
  • Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
  • Implemented project-based learning experiences, encouraging critical thinking and real-world application of knowledge.

Kindergarten Teacher

Foothills School Division
09.1991 - 06.1995
  • Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
  • Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
  • Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
  • Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
  • Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.

Elementary School Teacher

Kelowna School District
09.1971 - 06.1975
  • Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
  • Pursued coursework for fourth and fifth years toward Bachelor of Education during summer months.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Victoria
Victoria, BC
06-1980

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Technology integration
  • Classroom organization
  • Literacy instruction

Accomplishments

    Online Learning award 2002 SIG Learning for Artistry of the Land project

Timeline

Elementary Teacher

Foothills School District
09.1995 - 06.2008

Kindergarten Teacher

Foothills School Division
09.1991 - 06.1995

Elementary School Teacher

Kelowna School District
09.1971 - 06.1975

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Victoria

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