EDUCATION
Bachelor of Education Majoring in Kinesiology and English (Great Distinction)
18 Years of Teaching Experience
My role at Inspired Canadian Learning Expedition has been to construct and manage the company’s operations in the areas of education and technology. Inspired Canadian Learning Expedition is a company that continually strives to offer the best Canadian experiences while immersing international students in the English Language.
EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY
Enthusiastic practicing educator with extensive involvement in the University field experience program as a teacher associate and mentor teacher. Passionate about teaching, student success, and working with new members in the field of education. Strong devotion to life-long learning. Eager to serve the international students of Inspired Canadian Learning Expedition. Highly motivated, dedicated, resourceful and innovative teaching professional with the necessary interpersonal skills to work effectively with colleagues and international students. Rich background in specialized programs as well as general courses with specific professional development in differentiated instruction, multiple intelligences, and individual learning styles. Believes that all students can learn and thrive in a learning environment that is stimulating, caring, and devoted to meeting individual needs. Advocate for hands-on, student-centered learning that fosters meta-cognition and sense of student belonging. Skilled in selecting and adapting appropriate teaching materials and particularly strong in creating a classroom atmosphere that promotes positive self-esteem, respect for others, and responsibility for learning.
INTERESTS
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES
Bachelor of Education Majoring in Kinesiology and English (Great Distinction)
18 Years of Teaching Experience
My role at Inspired Canadian Learning Expedition has been to construct and manage the company’s operations in the areas of education and technology. Inspired Canadian Learning Expedition is a company that continually strives to offer the best Canadian experiences while immersing international students in the English Language.
EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY
Enthusiastic practicing educator with extensive involvement in the University field experience program as a teacher associate and mentor teacher. Passionate about teaching, student success, and working with new members in the field of education. Strong devotion to life-long learning. Eager to serve the international students of Inspired Canadian Learning Expedition. Highly motivated, dedicated, resourceful and innovative teaching professional with the necessary interpersonal skills to work effectively with colleagues and international students. Rich background in specialized programs as well as general courses with specific professional development in differentiated instruction, multiple intelligences, and individual learning styles. Believes that all students can learn and thrive in a learning environment that is stimulating, caring, and devoted to meeting individual needs. Advocate for hands-on, student-centered learning that fosters meta-cognition and sense of student belonging. Skilled in selecting and adapting appropriate teaching materials and particularly strong in creating a classroom atmosphere that promotes positive self-esteem, respect for others, and responsibility for learning.
INTERESTS
- Fishing
- Archery
- Mountain Biking
- Travelling
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES
- Teaching physical education, mathematics, science, social studies, language arts, computer science, health wellness, including severe behaviors on a daily basis
- Teacher Associate for practicum students and interns
- Learning Support Coach in the areas of Technology and E.S.L.
- Technology Facilitator in charge of trouble shooting and multi-media programming school-wide
- School Representative for District Technology Meetings
- University Collaborative Project; (Creative Web Designs)
- University Collaborative Project; (Inspiring Students - Green Screen Technologies)
- Collaborative Project–University of Lethbridge-in the areas of multi-media in the classroom
- Awarded “Teacher of the Year” by the Lethbridge Herald in 2002 and 2005- nominated by the students of Park Meadows Elementary School
- Specialized training (first aid/coaching certification level 2 competitive/safety/speak out/respect in sport)
- Team Building (summer hockey camps/fall camps/coach mentorships)
- Sound judgement (safety guidelines)
- Responsible and reliable (schedules and calendar commitments)
- Sports injuries training (emergency action plan)
- Healthy Lifestyle role model (specific training routines)
- Outstanding social skills (large group presentations)
- Co-Owner of Hi-Tek Sports Group