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Theodora Smith

Calgary,Alberta

Summary

Ten years of formal teaching experience in Baking and Pastry Arts, both at the Southern Alberta Institute of technology and the Calgary Board of Education. Over 22 years of experience in all types of baking and pastry arts, specializing in Artisan Bread Baking and Viennoiserie.

Dedicated and willing to do what ever is needed to give every student the very best experience, regardless of their learning style and abilities,

Strong team player who is willing to either lead or follow.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Baking Instructor

Calgary Board of Education
Calgary, Alberta
11.2020 - Current
  • Delivered both theoretical and practical coarse material for CKA 10, 20, 30 by following program of studies set out by Alberta Education.
  • Input information , marking, and communicating in D2L. Efficient in Power Point, Kahoot, Word, Excel, and Microsoft Office.
  • Developed individual programs for baking students to complete first year of baking apprenticeship. during high school.
  • Foster an inclusive environment for all students. Collaborate with other teachers to assist with our new English Language Students.
  • Developed and secured funding for food programs for our students with food insecurities.
  • Work in a team environment, while mentoring new Instructors.


Grainz Bread Shop

Enterpreneur
Calgary, Alberta
01.2018 - 03.2020
  • Revamped previous owned Wilde Grainz Artisan Bakery ( Winner of Best Bakery in Calgary 2013)
  • Secured funding, purchased equipment, worked with contractors , and built relationships with local vendors and members of the Calgary Food Industry.
  • Training staff and keeping them motivated by producing product along side of them. Encouraged education and allowed time away so they could be successful. Creating a friendly supportive atmosphere .
  • Day to day business duties, ordering, scheduling, book keeping, and training and motivating staff.
  • Kept business operations organized with successful forecasts and budget managements and resource management.
  • Worked with local community groups to provide donations to those with food insecurities.

Education

Artisan Bread Baking And Viennoiserie

Northern Alberta Institue of Technology
Edmonton, AB
05.2014

Artisan Bread Baking

Culinary Institute of America
Nappa Valley , CA
07.2004

Certified Pastry Chef

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Calgary AB
06.2003

Instructional Skills Workshop

Southen Alberta Institute Of Technology
Calgary, AB
06.2002

Journeyman Baker, Red Seal Certified

Southern Alberta Institur of Technology
Calgary AB
02.2000

Skills

  • Develop programs, successfully instruct, and evaluating to various types of learning styles, encouraging an inclusive environment
  • Ability to follow guidelines set out by organization as well as adding valuable input to set guidelines
  • Over 22 years in the baking industry in various roles, mainly leading, training, and mentoring
  • Strong team player willing to help others and help create a positive and productive environment

Timeline

Baking Instructor

Calgary Board of Education
11.2020 - Current

Grainz Bread Shop

Enterpreneur
01.2018 - 03.2020

Artisan Bread Baking And Viennoiserie

Northern Alberta Institue of Technology

Artisan Bread Baking

Culinary Institute of America

Certified Pastry Chef

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology

Instructional Skills Workshop

Southen Alberta Institute Of Technology

Journeyman Baker, Red Seal Certified

Southern Alberta Institur of Technology

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