Douglas Buist

Phone: (403) 874-6672

Email: djbuist@cbe.ab.ca

Key Strengths

Interpersonal Skills able to put others at ease through a grounded perspective

Sense of Humour possess a sharp wit and a strong appreciation for laughter
Respect for Diversity deeply rooted belief that each person has a unique genius
Passion to see youth succeed unwavering desire for each student realize his/her own
capacity for greatness

Education
Bachelor of Education
University of Calgary, Alberta
Secondary Social Studies Specialist

2011 - 2013

Bachelor of Arts Sociology

Mount Royal University, Alberta
Special interest in race & ethnicity, social justice
Numerous courses in Canadian, European & American history

2009 - 2011

Diploma Physical Education

Mount Royal College, Alberta
planning and implementation of Physical Education programs

2001 - 2004

Teaching Experience
Grade Five & Six Teacher
August 2013 - Present
Falconridge School, Calgary, Alberta
initiated and instructed various weekly sport clubs (running, volleyball & basketball)
hosted a weekly homework club for students striving to improve academically
organized off-site trips for Snowboarding/Skiing as well as for We Day 2014

Practicum Experience
Grade Seven & Eight Social Studies/Language Arts Practicum Teacher
Vincent Massey Junior High School, Calgary, Alberta
lead students in the Learning & Literacy Program
accompanied Outdoor Ed students on numerous offsite outings
chaperoned for the spring band trip to Edmonton
10-1, 10-2 & 30-1 Social Studies Practicum Teacher
Henry Wise Wood High School, Calgary, Alberta
designed and delivered creative and thought provoking lessons

Winter 2013

Fall 2012

Grade Five Practicum Teacher

Glamorgan School, Calgary, Alberta
developed strong pedagogical relationships with staff and students
volunteered to help supervise the Run Club during lunch hours

Winter 2012

Grade Eight & Nine Social Studies Practicum Teacher

Vincent Massey Junior High School, Calgary, Alberta

Fall 2011

Related Experience
Youth Crisis Worker
July 2012 July 2013
Pathways Community Association, Calgary, Alberta
Providing childcare, counseling and family support for youths in crisis
Advocating support for youths through Child & Family Services
Basketball Coach
Spring 2012 & 2013
Vincent Massey Junior High School, Calgary, Alberta
Designing innovative drills and activities for practices
Organizing tournaments /transportation with other schools
Communicating with parents and teachers
Youth Leader Calgary After School
January 2009 - April 2011
Southland Leisure Centre, Calgary, Alberta
developed a daily program and activities for youths ranging from 11-16 years old

Additional Experience
Games Coordinator
March 2004 December 2008
Calgary Corporate Challenge, Alberta
Implemented 21 sporting events for over 20,000 participants on a yearly basis
Directly managed a team of 110 primary volunteers
Balanced an annual budget of over $500,000
Negotiated sponsorships and donations for various charities

Professional Development
Connect in 3D Session, CBE Innovation & Learning Technology, Calgary, AB (2014)
Empowering Writers: Narrative Writing with Barbara Mariconda, Calgary, AB (2013)
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, Centre for Suicide Prevention, Calgary, AB (2012)
Standard First Aid, CPR Level C & AED, Red Cross, Calgary, Alberta (2012)
WHIMIS, City of Calgary, Alberta (2010)
Child Care Staff Qualification Certificate, Alberta Children & Youth Services (2008)
Volunteer Management Certificate, Volunteer Calgary, Alberta (2006)
Basketball Coaching Certification (Level 2), National Coaching Cert. Program, Calgary, AB (2002)
Volleyball Coaching Certification (Level 2), National Coaching Cert. Program, Calgary, AB (2002)

Interests

Sport I strongly believe that participation in sport and living an active lifestyle builds numerous
transferable life skills. Coaching school sports teams is an important aspect of my career that I hope to
develop further.
Social Justice As citizens of one of the more wealthy cities in North America, it can be challenging for
students to understand inequality. It is important for students of the 21st century to be aware of global issues
and to understand the role their individual actions play in global outcomes.