SAMAARA LAQUIS-BHUPSINGH
Calgary,AB
Summary
My philosophy is to create a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for students to learn and grow. A space where there is enough trust for students to make mistakes, develop problem-solving skills as part of the learning process and the unique talent and curiosity of each child is celebrated. I believe that cultivating the best classroom atmosphere, while relying on well-established relationships with your students, is what is necessary to ensure successful and meaningful learning. Recognizing that no two children learn exactly the same, engaging in a consistent cycle of reflective practice while keeping an open mind when it comes to being flexible, are key investments in your professional journey towards becoming a remarkable teacher, leader and role model for your students. Creativity, innovation, passion and enthusiasm are all remarkable qualities and pillars of what it means to be an effective educator.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Experience II
Mount Royal University
2023.10 - Current
- Grades 3-6 Adapted environment
- Special Education experience
- Lesson planning and delivery
- Supported student learning and classroom direction
- Mentorship and classroom experience
Field Experience I
Mount Royal University
2022.09 - 2023.04
- Grade 3 classroom experience
- Supported student learning and classroom direction
- Lesson planning and delivery
- Mentorship and classroom experience
Educator and Administration
Holistic Primary School Ltd
2019.04 - 2023.08
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Trained and supervised new teachers to apply best teaching practices and comply with protocols.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
Secondary Entrance Assessment Assistant Supervisor
Holistic Primary School Ltd
2022.03 - 2022.03
- Demonstrated strong organizational and leadership skills
- Oversaw smooth orchestration and delivery of standardized national examinations
- Provided social-emotional support for students under high-stress, test-taking circumstances
- Ensured appropriate time management under test-taking circumstance
Secondary Entrance Assessment Invigilator
Holistic Primary School Ltd
2021.03 - 2021.03
- Oversaw and supported students in standardized national testing
- Managed time and regulated test-taking conditions
- Supported students social-emotional well-being under high stress, test-taking circumstances
- Strong leadership presence and ensured cohesive team work
Volunteer Junior Catechist
St Finbars RC Church
2015.01 - 2016.01
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing religious teachings and lessons shared with adolescents
Education
CXC & CAPE Certifications -
Holy Name Convent
Port-of-Spain, Trinidad & Tobago 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Mount Royal University
Calgary, AB2026
Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Takes initiative
- Teamwork
- Reliable and flexible
- Strong work ethic
- Student Interaction
- Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
- Positive Learning Environment
- Behavior Redirection
- Classroom Management
Certification
Academic Certifications:
Holy Name Convent, POS 2012-2019
Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC)(2017)
Mathematics: Grade I
English Language: Grade I
English Literature: Grade I
Spanish: Grade I
French: Grade I
Caribbean History: Grade II
Geography: Grade III
Information Technology: Grade I
Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination
(CAPE) (Unit 1) (2018)
Communication Studies: Grade II
Literatures in English: Grade III
Spanish: Grade II
French: Grade I
Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination
(CAPE) (Unit 2) (2019)
Caribbean Studies: Grade I
Literatures in English: Grade II
Spanish: Grade II
French: Grade II
Other Certifications & Scholarships:
Being Trauma Aware Certification (2023)
Building Healthy Schools Certification (2023)
Wee Read Certification (2023)
Timeline
Field Experience II
Mount Royal University
2023.10 - Current
Field Experience I
Mount Royal University
2022.09 - 2023.04
Secondary Entrance Assessment Assistant Supervisor
Holistic Primary School Ltd
2022.03 - 2022.03
Secondary Entrance Assessment Invigilator
Holistic Primary School Ltd
2021.03 - 2021.03
Educator and Administration
Holistic Primary School Ltd
2019.04 - 2023.08
Volunteer Junior Catechist
St Finbars RC Church
2015.01 - 2016.01
CXC & CAPE Certifications -
Holy Name Convent
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Mount Royal University
Academic Certifications:
Holy Name Convent, POS 2012-2019
Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC)(2017)
Mathematics: Grade I
English Language: Grade I
English Literature: Grade I
Spanish: Grade I
French: Grade I
Caribbean History: Grade II
Geography: Grade III
Information Technology: Grade I
Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination
(CAPE) (Unit 1) (2018)
Communication Studies: Grade II
Literatures in English: Grade III
Spanish: Grade II
French: Grade I
Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination
(CAPE) (Unit 2) (2019)
Caribbean Studies: Grade I
Literatures in English: Grade II
Spanish: Grade II
French: Grade II
Other Certifications & Scholarships:
Being Trauma Aware Certification (2023)
Building Healthy Schools Certification (2023)
Wee Read Certification (2023)
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