Viola Lamy
Lac La Biche,AB
Summary
Bilingual elementary teacher with 5 years of experience. My passion for teaching, combined with a fluency in French and English, has enabled me to develop effective teaching strategies that have improved student achievement in language proficiency, critical thinking, and cultural awareness.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
French Immersion Teacher
Lakeland Catholic School Division
08.2023 - Current
- Taught Grade 1 and 2
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Contributed to a positive school climate by actively participating in faculty meetings, serving on committees, and collaborating with peers across all content areas.
Elementary Teacher
Conseil Scolaire Centre Est
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Taught students in Grades 5 and 6
- Piloted the new Alberta French and Science curriculum
- Prepared activities and learning materials based on the current and updated Alberta Curriculum
- Help students to put into action democratic notions learned in Social Studies Class by creating a student council
- Taught Art in Grades 1 and 2
- Health and Religion in Grades 3 and 4.
Elementary Teacher
Conseil Scolaire Centre Est
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Worked as a Kindergarten and Grade 1 teacher
- Taught students individually and in groups using various methods such as discussions, demonstrations, and games
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students varying needs and interests
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs
- Created a monthly classroom newsletter to keep parents informed of class activities.
Education
Bachelor of Education (After Degree) -
University of Alberta, Campus Saint-Jean
01.2019
Bachelor of Social Work -
Université de Montréal
01.2016
Skills
- Fluent French speaker
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Task-Based Language Teaching
- Classroom Management
- Continuous Improvement Mindset
- Passion and Creativity
- Teamwork
- Time Management
Certification
- Interim Professional Certificate
2020 – 2022 - Permanent Professional Certificate
2023
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
French Immersion Teacher
Lakeland Catholic School Division
08.2023 - Current
Elementary Teacher
Conseil Scolaire Centre Est
08.2022 - 06.2023
Elementary Teacher
Conseil Scolaire Centre Est
01.2020 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Education (After Degree) -
University of Alberta, Campus Saint-Jean
Bachelor of Social Work -
Université de Montréal