Meredith Briden
Fredericton
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Anglophone West School District, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Skilled in lesson planning and motivating students, I have fostered engaging learning environments that enhanced student participation and success. My collaborative approach and critical thinking contributed to interdisciplinary projects that enriched educational experiences.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Anglophone West School District
09.2017 - Current
- 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 co-constructing 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.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Substitute Teacher
Anglophone West School District
09.2015 - 01.2018
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Curatorial Assistant
Beaverbrook Art Gallery
04.2014 - 08.2017
- Created and enriched online gallery listings to draw local and international interest and promote collection works for educational study.
- Worked closely with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects that combined art, history, science, or social studies themes into cohesive exhibitions.
- Collaborated with artists and other institutions for diverse and enriching exhibitions, attracting a wider audience.
- Maintained accurate records of artwork acquisitions, ensuring proper documentation and cataloging for future reference.
- Photographed and catalogued diverse works to prepare for upcoming exhibitions.
- Contributed to team efforts in maintaining a clean, organized gallery space suitable for showcasing high-quality exhibits.
- Engaged in hands-on training with gallery's curatorial team to advance curatorial skills in real-world setting.
Education
Master of Education - Administration And Leadership
University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, NB05-2025
Bachelor of Education -
University of New Brunswick
Fredericton10-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Classical Studies
University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, NB05-2014
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Public engagement
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Certification
Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language
University of New Brunswick
October 2015
Timeline
Teacher
Anglophone West School District
09.2017 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Anglophone West School District
09.2015 - 01.2018
Curatorial Assistant
Beaverbrook Art Gallery
04.2014 - 08.2017
Master of Education - Administration And Leadership
University of New Brunswick
Bachelor of Education -
University of New Brunswick
Bachelor of Arts - Classical Studies
University of New Brunswick
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