Kalen Critchley

305 Ironside Dr Prince Township, On

P6A 6K4
605-691-6078
kalen.critchley@jacks.sdstate.edu

Mrs. Erin A. Marshall

Manger of Education Department
Ontario Huron District School Board
Sault Ste. Maire, On P6A 6K4

Dear Mrs. Marshall:

305 Iron Shore Ave
Echo Bay, On 56090
Sept 11, 2017

I am writing in an application for the position of elementary school grade two-teacher and swim coach as
advertised on the Huron District School Board flyer. I will be graduating from South Dakota State
University with a Bachelor of Science in Education and Human Sciences, certification in ECE, and
certification in EL.ED from Dakota State University. I have over fourteen years of experience swimming
with my past four years being a student-athlete for the Division I school, South Dakota State University. As
I have advanced towards my degree, I have come to believe and express the importance behind the crucial
role recess is in the school abstract. I have gained valuable knowledge and experience in K-8 physical
education methods. I have attended board meetings at the Huron District School Board about the
importance of recess and how it provides the foundation for the Huron District School Board vision of
learners engaging in innovative experiences that maximizes achievement, building confidence, and
developing responsible citizens. My degree, knowledge, experience, and beliefs support the importance of
the recess abstract and the districts vision greatly, making a perfect match.

During my student teaching semester at Fishback Center for Early Childhood Education, I was able to
work under an NAEYC accredited program with a Reggio Emila inspired setting. Working and learning in
this amazing program allowed for ample amounts of experience in inquiry-based learning and self-
directed experiential learning in relationship-driven environments. By volunteering with several
organizations within Ontario Canada and Brookings, South Dakota, it has provided experience and
knowledge with diversity, culture, and public service obtained by working with the public and children.
For the past three years, I have been a camp counselor and lifeguard for the YMCA-Every Child Attends
Camp Program, which provides children living in poverty the opportunity to attend camp. The summer
camps have allowed me to work with a vast diversity of children and parents.

Attached, you will find my resume and completed application form. SDSU Registrars Office is forwarding
my Praxis and official transcript to you, and you should receive it within two days. Huron District
represents high standards of professionalism and an outstanding reputation in the Ontario Province
School Board which I hope to be apart. I welcome a personal interview at your convenience to tell you
more about qualifications and what I can do for the Huron District School Board. I look forward to
speaking with you. Please feel free to contact me at 605-691-6078.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,

Kalen Critchley

Enclosures
 Kalen Critchley
305 Ironside Dr Prince Township, On
P6A 6K4
605-691-6078
kalen.critchley@jacks.sdstate.edu
Objective

To obtain the Grade 2 Teacher position at Huron District School Board

Education
South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD
Bachelor of Science in Education and Human Sciences. Expected May 2019

Major: Early Childhood Education

Certifications: ECE
El. ED, Dakota State University, Expected May 2019
Major GPA: 3.9/4.0

Related Experience
Student teacher, Preschool 4/5 year olds. SDSU Laboratory Preschool, Brookings, SD,
September 2017-December 2017. Created a welcoming inquiry-based atmosphere for children 4-
5 year olds. Planned and implemented layout of classroom, activities, and lesson plans for both a
group and individual setting. Supervise 2-4 assistant teachers. Documented and conveyed
observations of childrens behaviors, dialog, and actions. Designed daily journals, and portfolios for
individual children. Program accredited by National Association for the Education of Young
Children.

Assistant Teacher/Practicum. SDSU Laboratory Preschool, Brookings, SD, January 2017 May
2017. Assisted student teachers will individual lesson plan for children. Practiced and gained
valuable knowledge in assessment through ages and stages. Assisted in small group inquiry based
investigations.

Camp Counselor/Camp Lifeguard. YMCA Every Child Attends Camp, Sault Ste. Marie, On, June
2016-August 2016, June 2017-August 2017. Assisted and Aided in taking children age 5-14 on
Canoe and kayak excursions. Implemented and assisted in water recue and water safety measures.
Organized and implemented group activities.

Other Experience
Counter Attendant. Airways General Store, Prince Township, On. May 2016-Present.
Greeted and aided customers in a welcoming, helpful and efficient manner.

Certifications
Bronze Cross certification -2011
Bronze Medallion certification -2011
Pleasure craft operator -2013
First Aid and Level C-CPR/AED -2016
National lifeguard Lifesaving Society certification -2014, REN-2016
Assistant Water Safety Instructor certification 2011
High skills major in Sport -2014
GIS/GPS Course -2014
WMHIS Certification -2014
 Kalen Critchley
305 Ironside Dr Prince Township, On
P6A 6K4
(705) 779-3344
kalencritchley@hotmail.com

References

Tiina Keranen
Graphic Designer
Algoma University
1520 Queen St. E
Sault Ste. Marie, On
(705) 949-2301
P6A 264

Dan Stratton
Swim Instructor
Sault Ste. Marie Aquatic Club
260 Elizabeth
Sault Ste. Marie, On
(705) 941-9880
P6A 6J3