Maureen Painchaud
Thorhild,AB
Summary
Dedicated individual seeking employment as Non-Certified Classroom Supervisor and/or Educational Assistant. Skilled in managing diverse learning needs and fostering collaboration among students. Experienced in following personalized lesson plans and facilitating enrichment activities to promote student success. Strong in child engagement and behavior management, with experience teaching early learning through high school. Adapts teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles. Experience successfully home educating 7 children of my own from Kindergarten through Grade 12 over 30+years.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Domestic Engineer/ Home School Educator
Home
Thorhild, Alberta
09.1994 - Current
- Manager of the home and teaching up to seven children academics from grade one through high school and post-secondary preparation. (Training of children in character and virtue).
- Developed personalized lesson plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Facilitated engaging educational activities to enhance student understanding.
- Coordinated educational materials and schedules for nine students, enhancing overall learning experience.
- Implemented assessment tools to track student progress and comprehension, informing instructional adjustments.
- Encouraged critical thinking through discussions and problem-solving exercises.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.(Students with ADHD, Dyslexia, severe speech delayy, Autistic behaviors)
- Organized and maintained educational resources for effective learning experiences.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment that promoted curiosity and exploration.
- Planned hands-on activities such as experiments, simulations, projects, and presentations to engage students in the learning process.
- Facilitated small group discussions about assigned readings or topics related to course material.
- Designed creative assessment tools such as portfolios, rubrics, and journals to evaluate student mastery of concepts.
- Utilized multimedia resources such as videos, podcasts, and online games to supplement instruction.
- Attended workshops and conferences related to teaching methods or innovative approaches in homeschool education.
- Maintained order and discipline through creative strategies that engaged young children during critical learning periods.
Home Tutor
Kidsco Tutoring
Thorhild, Alberta
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Delivered personalized tutoring sessions in Grade 9 Math and Science, adapting to individual student needs.
- Engaged students through entertaining lessons that sparked interest and fostered learning.
- Identified and addressed specific student concerns to enhance understanding and academic performance.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
Homeschool Facilitator Assistant
Wisdom Hom Schooling
Thorhild, AB
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Cultivated strong relationships with students, parents, teachers, and school administrators to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Conducted timely follow-ups after each session with families and facilitators to ensure understanding and address any concerns.
- Collaborated with teacher to document individualized education plans (IEPs).
- Mediate and direct questions and concerns regarding funding reimbursement, and home schooling support.
- Scheduled appointments for biannual facilitator visits and assessments.
- Reserved meeting facility for scheduled events.
Office Manager
Kidsco Water Hauling
Sturgeon County, Alberta
01.2007 - 07.2020
- Coordinated schedules and appointments to optimize team and client interactions.
- Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
- Implemented filing systems to organize documents and improve accessibility.
- Tracked invoices and payments to maintain accurate accounts receivable and payable information, ensuring timely financial reporting.
- Maintained accurate payroll records to support compliance and timely employee compensation.
- Performed general bookkeeping duties such as reconciling bank statements and creating journal entries.
- Processed daily invoices using accounting software to ensure accurate record keeping.
School Bus Driver-Full time & Casual
CRJ Transport/Various Bus Companies
Riviere Que Barre/Sturgeon County, Alberta
10.2014 - 03.2020
- Ensured passenger safety during daily school routes.
- Enforced bus rules to ensure safe and orderly transport for all passengers.
- Monitored student behavior on the bus and enforced rules consistently.
- Coordinated student behavior management to foster a respectful and positive atmosphere.
- Communicated effectively with parents and school staff regarding transportation issues.
- Cultivated supportive relationships with students through engaging and friendly interactions.
Respiratory Therapist
Rockyview Hospital
Calgary, Alberta
11.1989 - 04.1992
- Airway management in acute and chronic care.
- Maintenance of critical airway care and ventilation in the I.C.U.
- Operation of current modes and methods of ventilation and biomedical equipment.
- Patient assessment, treatment care and consultation.
- Provided long-term care and treatment for patients with chronic and acute diseases.
- Collaborated with medical teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Coordinated emergency trauma response within the STARS team.
Education
Diploma - Respiratory Therapy
SAIT
1987
2 years - Pre-medical sciences
University of Calgary
1985
Skills
- Proficient in teaching concepts and helping students apply conceptsand skills learned
- Child and teen engagement
- Good behavior management skills
- Motivating
- Team collaboration
- Calm in emergency situations
- Hold current Child Intervention Check Clearance
- Cleared Criminal Record Check
- Diocesan Safe Parish Communities training
- FOIP privacy certification
- Parenting Partners: Creating Amazing Kids Workshop (3wk Sturgeon School Division)
- 25 years Catholic Sacramental Preparation
- 20 yrs Sacristan for Catholic Church
- ADL Class 2
- Good map reading skills
- Expired license in Respiratory Therapy
- Great attitude
Affiliations
Church Ministry, Vacation Bible School leader, take communion to nursing homes, choir, fundraising coordinating, Beaver Leader for Scouts Canada in Morinville, Cub Leader for Scouts Canada in Gibbons, Soccer coach U6, Tour coordinator and travel planning for Edmonton Youth Choir, Costume creation and design for Gibbons figure skating club (2001-2005), organized teen dances, Cook for Our Lady of Victory Camp
Timeline
Home Tutor
Kidsco Tutoring
09.2023 - 05.2024
Homeschool Facilitator Assistant
Wisdom Hom Schooling
08.2021 - 05.2023
School Bus Driver-Full time & Casual
CRJ Transport/Various Bus Companies
10.2014 - 03.2020
Office Manager
Kidsco Water Hauling
01.2007 - 07.2020
Domestic Engineer/ Home School Educator
Home
09.1994 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Rockyview Hospital
11.1989 - 04.1992
Diploma - Respiratory Therapy
SAIT
2 years - Pre-medical sciences
University of Calgary