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
Lac La Biche, AB
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
Lac La Biche, AB
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