Rachel Smith
Vancouver,British Columbia
Summary
Passionate about helping students advance knowledge and abilities. Exceptional relationship-building, planning and problem-solving skills. Attentive to student needs and adept at resolving conflicts.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Practicum Teacher
Nootka Community Elementary School
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Planned and delivered lessons including Fine Arts topics.
- Delivered Fine Arts elective lessons to Grades 4-7
- Monitored students on official field trips designed to enhance learning.
- Co-supervised Buddies Program that pairs older and younger Grades together for Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and development.
- Integrated diverse teaching strategies to support all learning types.
- Collaborated with primary classroom teacher to develop and implement activities.
- Assisted in running weekly after school Textiles Club
Retail Sales Associate
Welk's General Store
09.2014 - 03.2019
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections and purchases.
- Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
- Trained and supervised new employees
- Placed product orders with various companies and brands
Babysitter
Various Families
01.2011 - 09.2014
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Transported children to and from school, and extra-curricular activities.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Arts Based And Creativity Cohort
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC07.2023
Associate of Arts - Peace And Conflict Studies
Langara College
Vancouver, BC2019
Skills
- Indigenous Education
- Middle School Education
- Student-Centered Learning
- Arts Education
Additional Information
Available upon request.
Timeline
Practicum Teacher
Nootka Community Elementary School
09.2022 - 06.2023
Retail Sales Associate
Welk's General Store
09.2014 - 03.2019
Babysitter
Various Families
01.2011 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Education - Arts Based And Creativity Cohort
University of British Columbia
Associate of Arts - Peace And Conflict Studies
Langara College
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