Sam Quanz
Vancouver
Summary
Experienced instructional designer and educator with a background in law enforcement training and curriculum development. Strong collaboration skills, working with subject matter experts (SMEs), police instructors, and curriculum specialists to create effective training materials.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Training Staff (16 Months Paid Co-op)
Ontario Police College
01.2015 - 08.2017
- Received an overall ‘Outstanding’ performance review.
- Planned curriculum, instructed and tested large groups of Police recruits in physical fitness.
- Developed and administered formative and summative assessments to measure learner performance and skill retention in both academic and physical training settings.
- Taught fitness and strength classes, lessons on nutrition, and swim training courses.
- Organized and promoted college intramurals and sports leagues.
- Assisted instructional staff in nightly training programs.
- Helped plan and execute 2 charity sporting events, including a 5K Fun Run and Special Olympics Night.
Teacher
Delta School District
09.2022 - Current
- Worked for three years teaching full-time in the elementary division of the Delta School District.
- Designed and implemented engaging, structured lesson plans that aligned with educational standards and learning objectives.
- Developed excellent presentation, computer, organizational, teaching and leadership skills.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents in a team to help students reach their learning objectives.
- Taught classes online by scheduling and hosting interactive and engaging Google meetings.
- Coached sports teams including Volleyball, Basketball and Track and Field.
Teacher
Waterloo Region District School Board
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Worked for two years teaching full-time in the elementary division of the Waterloo Public School Board.
Athletics Coordinator
Queen's University - Department of Education
09.2018 - 07.2019
- 1 year working part-time to organize campus sports leagues and game nights for fellow classmates.
- Planned a successful charity dodgeball event and collected food items for a local community center.
Education
Bachelor's of Education - Elementary Education
Queen's University
Kingston, ON07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology Honours (Co-op)
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON04.2018
Skills
- Knowledgeable in instructional design, assessment & curriculum development
- Law Enforcement Training & Physical Education
- E-learning Development & Blended Learning Solutions
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Certifications
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Powerpoint and Excel) and Google applications.
- Current Standard First Aid & CPR-C certification.
- National Lifeguard Certification
- TRX Training Coach
- G-class license with clean driving record.
Hobbies
- Sports and coaching; including weight training, running, volleyball, camping and skiing.
- Learning new skills, accomplishing goals and seeking new challenges.
Timeline
Teacher
Delta School District
09.2022 - Current
Teacher
Waterloo Region District School Board
01.2020 - 06.2022
Athletics Coordinator
Queen's University - Department of Education
09.2018 - 07.2019
Physical Training Staff (16 Months Paid Co-op)
Ontario Police College
01.2015 - 08.2017
Bachelor's of Education - Elementary Education
Queen's University
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology Honours (Co-op)
University of Waterloo
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