Willow McDonald
Lethbridge,AB
Summary
Beginning teaching professional with solid organizational skills, flexibility and communication skills combined with unwavering devotion to student success. I am a strong team player and a hard worker that is willing and happy to take on extracurricular tasks. I am Interested in a teaching opportunity to apply and continue to build teaching skills in a collaborative environment where individuals are welcomed, supported, and respected. I have experience in different teaching environments through teaching practicums as well as coaching opportunities. Overall, I am hoping to continue to grow and build skills through my future career and partake in professional development opportunities. Each experience has taught valuable skills and revealed both strengths and weaknesses. I am excited to be able to expand my experience through a teaching position.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Lethbridge & Westwind School Division
09.2023 - Current
- Gained valuable experience that will help me in a full-time teaching position
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Student Teacher PSII/III
Stirling School
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Taught grade 8/9 girls Physical Education and Health and Wellness.
- Taught an Art option rotation to grades 6, 7 and 8.
- Taught grade 1 and 2 Physical Education and grade 2 Math.
- Co-coached the JV girls volleyball team.
- Led assemblies.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Utilized various teaching techniques and strategies to engage students in learning and differentiate where needed.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated curriculum topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Implemented assessment tools to monitor student progress, adjusting lesson plans as needed to address areas of struggle or mastery.
- Communicated with parents/guardians about students learning.
Student Teaching - PSI
Milk River Elementary
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Excelled in my teaching assignment of grade 2/3 in various subjects.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Education
Bachelor of Art And Education - Kinesiology And Physical Education
University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge, AB06.2023
Skills
- Oral and Written Communication
- Professional
- Goal-Setting
- Self Reflection
- Planning and Organization
- Adaptivity
- Interpersonal
- Relationship Building
- Patience
- Strong Work-Ethic
Interests
- Sports
- Agriculture
- Golf
- Yoga
- Skiing
- Literacy/Reading
- Outdoor Pursuits
- Physical Activity
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Lethbridge & Westwind School Division
09.2023 - Current
Student Teacher PSII/III
Stirling School
08.2022 - 12.2022
Student Teaching - PSI
Milk River Elementary
10.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Art And Education - Kinesiology And Physical Education
University of Lethbridge
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