Shelley Friss
Summary
Dedicated educator experienced in teaching diverse student populations, including those with special needs. Cultivates nurturing, engaging learning environments that drive academic and personal growth. Effective communicator fostering collaboration among colleagues while supporting student success.
Overview
1
1
Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Educator
Jumpstart Learning Academy
Edmonton, Alberta
07.2025 - 06.2026
- implemented Jumpstart Learning Academy curriculum
- designed engaging lesson plans
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback.
- Collaborated with parents to support students
- mentored an ECE practicum student
Childcare Lead Educator
Alphabet Daycare
Red Deer, Alberta
10.2023 - 04.2025
- Supervised daily activities to ensure safety and well-being of children.
- Designed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse age groups at daycare.
- Facilitated communication with parents regarding children's progress and individual needs.
- Trained new educators on childcare policies and best practices in center.
Mortgage Broker
The Place to Mortgage
Red Deer, Alberta
10.2021 - 07.2023
- Tailored mortgage options to align with client financial needs, enhancing client satisfaction.
- Evaluated client financial documents to ensure loan eligibility and compliance, streamlining approval process.
- Guided clients through mortgage application processes and required documentation.
Cosmetology Teacher
Red Deer Catholic School Board ( Notre Dame High School )
Red Deer, Alberta
09.2004 - 06.2005
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans to enhance understanding of cosmetology theory.
- Assessed student performance with targeted evaluations and constructive feedback to support individual learning.
Completed two maternity leaves as a grade 5 teacher and served as a substitute teacher across all grades for Red Deer Catholic School Board.
Teacher
Calgary Catholic School Board
Calgary, Alberta
09.1997 - 06.1999
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance learning outcomes.
- Implemented assessments to evaluate student progress and guide instructional strategies.
- Managed student behavior by establishing and enforcing classroom rules and procedures.
- Grades taught 1/2 split and a 2/3 split at St. Andrew Elementary
Education
Bachelor of Education - Education
University of Alberta
Edmonton04-1993
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Mentoring skills
- Parent-teacher communication
Affiliations
- Festival Of Trees ( Red Deer, Alberta May/2023 to May/2025 )
My role as a committee member was to ensure Candy Cane Lane operated smoothly, fun was had by all and most importantly as much money as possible was raised for the Red Deer Regional Hospital Foundation.
Certification
- Sharon Minhas ( Jumpstart Learning Academy owner/director and District Teacher Consultant with EPSB 1-780-893-8995
- Kayla Blakely ( Jumpstart Learning Academy teacher )
1-306-209-2903 - Eula Estrella ( Jumpstart Learning Academy educational assistant )
1-587-568-2958 - REFERENCE LETTERS AVAILABLE SOON
Timeline
Lead Educator
Jumpstart Learning Academy
07.2025 - 06.2026
Childcare Lead Educator
Alphabet Daycare
10.2023 - 04.2025
Mortgage Broker
The Place to Mortgage
10.2021 - 07.2023
Cosmetology Teacher
Red Deer Catholic School Board ( Notre Dame High School )
09.2004 - 06.2005
Teacher
Calgary Catholic School Board
09.1997 - 06.1999
Bachelor of Education - Education
University of Alberta