Natalie Jacyna XXXX South Lakeside Drive Williams Lake, BC V2G XXX Tuesday, December 17th, 2013

To: Mr. R. T. Human Resources, Cariboo-Chilcotin School District XXX North Second Avenue Williams Lake, BC V2G XXX

Dear Mr. T., I am near completion of my Bachelor of Education at Vancouver Island University. I am applying for a TTOC position in SD 27 and can begin work Monday, January 6th, 2014. Working at the Boys and Girls Club of Williams Lake, I have come to know the community well. I worked with multi-age groups of children, some with high emotional needs. I assisted in planning indoor and outdoor activities to provide challenges where children could overcome fears, develop team skills, and be physically active. Working in a team, we created unique learning opportunities through activities such as horseback riding, kayaking, and overnight camping. In my final practicum at Nesika Elementary, I worked closely with my sponsor teacher to promote an integrated curriculum. Together, we encouraged a community of inclusive, cooperative learners where we all learn from our mistakes including the teacher! I also incorporated technology as a learning tool, including iPads for math and short videos on a projector to enhance lesson delivery. My role as a teacher is to support my students to develop socially and academically. I look for the potential in every student. By utilizing formative assessment strategies, I will know what concepts need to be focused on to promote students best learning and success in the classroom. I believe my experience and enthusiasm for teaching will make me an asset to this school district. Since moving to the Cariboo a few years ago, I have learned of the regions diversity in geography and population, and I am proud to now call it home. Please find attached my resume, practica reports, and professional references. You may reach me by phone anytime at (250) xxx-xxxx, or by e-mail at nxxxxxx@gmail.com. I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely,

Natalie Jacyna

Natalie Jacyna
XXXX South Lakeside Drive Phone: (250) xxx-xxxx Williams Lake, BC V2G XXX E-mail: nxxxxxxxx@gmail.com ______________________________________________________________________________ OBJECTIVE: To secure a Teacher Teaching On Call position with School District 27. HIGHLIGHTS Bachelor of Education; TRB teaching certificate pending (File Number: L202XXX) Completed over 750 hours in primary and middle school practicum classrooms Possess strong classroom management skills Able to communicate effectively in French; confident to teach in French Immersion Utilize a variety of teaching styles to reach learners of all levels and abilities Experienced in coordinating multi-age groups of children indoors and outdoors

RELEVANT SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Applied Knowledge & Experience Promoted a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment for all students Implemented formative assessment strategies to guide students to improve Planned cross-curricular activities for integrated lessons and units Able to modify lesson delivery to maintain effective classroom management Created detailed lesson plans for Elementary and Middle levels according to PLOs Led students in creating classroom rules to promote self-regulation and community

Communication & Interpersonal Skills Emphasized importance of student-teacher collaboration to foster a community environment where students are in charge of their learning Effectively communicated with school teaching and support staff, parents, and community members Received positive feedback from students, colleagues, and parents on my ability to connect with them on a personal level Worked closely with my sponsor teacher and other mentors to ensure personalized learning opportunities for students: i.e. guided reading, math, and spelling lessons Coordinated full-day summer youth programs where constant communication was required between children, staff, community resources and parents Practice self-reflection on a regular basis through collaboration with colleagues and documenting notes in a personal journal for future reference

EDUCATION Bachelor of Education (Post-Baccalaureate) Vancouver Island University, Nanaimo, BC Bachelor of Arts in General Studies UBC Okanagan, Kelowna, BC High School Diploma, French Immersion K-12 Penticton Secondary School, Penticton, BC RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Grade 2 Mrs. Leah Moe Nesika Elementary School, Williams Lake, BC Grade 7 and 9 Mr. Tyler Ralfs Mount Prevost Middle School, Duncan, BC Preteen Program Assistant Day Camp Coordinator Boys & Girls Club, Williams Lake, BC PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Restitution Training, Vancouver Island University Supporting Students with FASD Provincial Outreach Program for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder BCTF New Teachers Conference: Working with Aboriginal Youth Windows of Understanding: First Nations Restitution Math in Bloom, BC Association of Math Teachers Fundamental Movement Skills, Natl. Coaching Certification Program REFERENCES Mrs. Lynne Rodier, Practicum Supervisor Nesika Elementary School, Williams Lake, BC Mrs. Leah Moe, Practicum Sponsor Teacher Nesika Elementary School, Williams Lake, BC Mr. Mike McMenamin, Practicum Supervisor Mount Prevost Middle School, Duncan, BC Home: (250) xxx-xxxx Cell: (250) xxx-xxxx Work: (250) xxx-xxxx E-mail: xxxxx@sd27.bc.ca Work: (250) xxx-xxxx E-mail: xxxxxxxxxx@shaw.ca 2013 2013 2013 2013

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