Sam Pelkey
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Imaginative teacher who creates dynamic and exhilarating learning experiences for students. Effectively manages diverse groups to adapt teaching methods. Consistently identifies methods to improve teaching practices. Known for driving academic success and building positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Ability to inspire curiosity and critical thinking in students while developing life skills and independence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Science and Guitar Teacher
T.D. Baker Junior High School
03.2024 - Current
- Incorporated project-based learning into the curriculum, challenging students to apply scientific principles in real-world situations while developing teamwork skills.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance; consistently enforced policies while maintaining fairness and respect toward all students.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, harmony, beats, composition, and chords.
- Mentored students in various ensembles, boosting their confidence and performance skills.
Gifted and Talented Humanities Teacher
Ottewell School
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Implemented project-based learning approaches to promote creativity, problem-solving abilities, and deeper understanding of course material.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged open communication, collaboration, and mutual respect among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary units, enhancing students' understanding of core concepts across subjects.
- Established strong relationships with parents and caregivers through regular communication about student progress and goals.
- Participated in school culture by running activities such as an Indigenous Education Field Trip for Grade 7 Social, coaching Jr. Boys' Volleyball, leading Ottewell's GSA, and acting as Humanities Department Head during the regular Department Head's leave of absence.
Grade 5/6 Teacher
New Humble Community School
04.2022 - 06.2023
- Taught all core subjects and options while incorporating the school's agriculture charter.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and admin to provide/receive feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Designed yearlong IPPs/AAPs for all relevant students and facilitated follow up with parents and families 3 times a year
- Contributed to designing and implementing NHCS' standardized testing protocols and charter curriculum, including 2 years of provincial exams.
- Led extracurriculars, such as directing NHCS' holiday play and coaching after-school basketball camp.
Student Teacher
Edmonton Public School Board
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Designed, taught, and assessed differentiated unit plans for Strategies & Pre-AP Social Studies 7-9, ELA 8 & 9, Photography, and Drama
- Participated in parent conferences and communicated professionally with parents and teaching staff.
- Participated in school-wide and departmental meetings as well as professional development.
- Developed and implemented behaviour plans to improve student behaviour.
- Cultivated positive and long-lasting relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
- Participated in school culture through extracurriculars, such as Boys' Volleyball, Turtle Islanders Club, and the school's GSA.
Education
Education After Degree - Secondary Education
University of Alberta
04.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Honours Political Science
MacEwan University
04.2019
Skills
- Parent-Teacher communication
- Relationship building
- NVCI training
- Group and individual instruction
- Special education
- Classroom management
- Learning style accommodations
- Proficient in guitar
- Volleyball coach
Certification
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Crisis Prevention Institute, November 2024
- Alberta Education Professional Certificate, Renewed April 2025
Timeline
Science and Guitar Teacher
T.D. Baker Junior High School
03.2024 - Current
Gifted and Talented Humanities Teacher
Ottewell School
09.2023 - 02.2024
Grade 5/6 Teacher
New Humble Community School
04.2022 - 06.2023
Student Teacher
Edmonton Public School Board
10.2021 - 04.2022
Education After Degree - Secondary Education
University of Alberta
Bachelor of Arts - Honours Political Science
MacEwan University
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