Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teaching Assistant
St. Thomas More College, University of Saskatchewan
09.2023 - Current
Term 2 POLS 238.3 Global Ideologies in the 21st Century
This course explores current political ideologies that are popular around the globe
Mark and provide feedback on written assignments
Term 1 POLS 204.3 Canadian Political Institutions
This course is an introduction to Canadian political institutions such as the constitution, parliament, federalism and First Nations' Governments
Mark and provide feedback on written assignments.
Teaching Assistant
University of Saskatchewan
09.2023 - Current
Term 2 POLS 221.3 Global Indigenous Politics
This course focuses on the contentious politics of defining Indigeneity, the politics around land and natural resources, and the historical experiences of Indigenous people
Invigilate midterm exam
Mark and provide feedback on written assignments
Term 1 POLS 245.3 Politics of Africa
This course explores the historic and contemporary issues and perspectives around African politics
Mark and provide feedback on written assignments.
Music Teacher
Wilton Academy Of Music
12.2022 - Current
Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
Employed creative teaching strategies such as storytelling or puppetry to facilitate an engaging learning experience while reinforcing key concepts.
Organized musical equipment thoughtfully to develop classroom routines, managing materials efficiently with minimal lost activity time.
Selected appropriate repertoire for various age groups, ensuring developmental appropriateness while still providing challenge and growth opportunities for students.
Developed daily lesson plans to generate interest in vocals, movements and use of classroom instruments.
Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
Health and Safety Administrator
Empire Foundations Inc
10.2013 - Current
Increased employee safety awareness through engaging presentations and workshops on various health topics.
Boosted overall company safety rating by consistently achieving high scores in internal audits and external inspections.
Championed a culture of continuous improvement in the area of health and safety, encouraging employee suggestions for enhancements.
Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
Reduced accidents and injuries by implementing effective safety policies and procedures.
Teaching Assistant
University of Saskatchewan
08.2022 - 04.2023
Term 1 POLS 222.3 Indigenous Governance and Politics
This course is an introduction to policies and processes around Indigenous governance and the interactions with Canadian state and society
Mark and provide feedback on written assignments
Term 2 Research Assistant to Dr. Kathy Walker.
Content development for a new class on Metis governance.
Education
Master of Arts - Political Studies
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK
06.2024
Bachelors of Political Studies With Honors - Political Studies
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK
05.2022
Bachelors of Education - Education
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK
05.2004
Skills
Organizational and Planning Skills
Developing Instructional Materials
Reading and Writing Support
Adaptive Learning
Relationship Building
Complex Problem-Solving
Collaborative Teamwork
Motivating and Inspiring Students
Interpersonal and Communication Skills
Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
French
Limited Working
Community Service
2023 to present, Grad Student Advisory Circle, member, attend monthly meetings.
2023 to present, Aberdeen Composite School Community Council, Member at Large, Aberdeen, SK, Monthly meetings and events
2017 - 2022, Pope John Paul II School Community Council, Member-at Large, Vice-President, President, Saskatoon, SK, Monthly meetings and regular events
2010 - 2019, River City School of Irish Dance Parent Association, Member-at-Large, Vice-President, President, Saskatoon, SK, Organized major fundraising events, revised and rewrote bylaws, organized and ran monthly meetings.
2012 - 2019, 96th Highlanders Pipes and Drums Parent Association, Member-at-Large, Vice-President, President, Saskatoon, SK, Organized major fundraising events, revised and rewrote bylaws, organized and ran monthly meetings and regular events.
References
Nicole Wilton, Owner/ Operator, Wilton Academy of Music, Saskatoon, SK, (306)270-6494, info@wiltonmusic.com
Dr. Matthew Mitchell, Professor, Department of Political Studies, University of Saskatchewan, (306)966-1668, m.mitchell@usask.ca
Certification
Certified Health and Safety Administrator, Saskatchewan Construction Safety Association - 2013-present
Library Student Desk Assistant at St. Thomas More College University Of SaskatchewanLibrary Student Desk Assistant at St. Thomas More College University Of Saskatchewan
Lab Instructor/Coordinator at College of Medicine, Department of Surgery,University of SaskatchewanLab Instructor/Coordinator at College of Medicine, Department of Surgery,University of Saskatchewan