LAURA FLOYD
Kamloops,BC
Summary
Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Teacher
School District 73
2022.04 - Current
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet curricular standards and students' academic needs.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behaviour modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Recent contracts included teaching high school math, science, and home economics with focus on fostering student engagement and academic growth.
Student Teacher
Juniper Ridge Elementary
2021.09 - 2022.03
- Grade 6/7 Classroom (Practicum)
- Planned, developed and implemented variety of instructional activities encompassing all subject areas and objectives outlined within curriculum
- Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
- Incorporated and maintained focus on BC Curricular Core Competencies and First Peoples Principles of Learning while composing and implementing meaningful unit and lesson plans
- Adapted lesson content and criteria and established customized goals to suit needs of all students
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Cultivated and promoted safe and welcoming classroom environment to enrich learning and establish strong connections among all classroom members.
Board Member - Teaching & Learning Committee
Thompson Rivers University
2018.09 - 2019.06
- Incorporated student perspectives on TRU's Course Evaluation process, including principles, data analytics, privacy, educational software, learning outcomes, accreditation, and faculty review.
Education
Master of Education - Education
Thompson Rivers University
Kamloops, BC2025
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
Thompson Rivers University
Kamloops, BC06.2022
Associate of Science - Biology
Thompson Rivers University
Kamloops, BC06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Thompson Rivers University
Kamloops, BC01.2021
Registered Pharmacy Technician Diploma -
Selkirk College
Castlegar, BC2015
Pharmacy Technician Certificate -
Robertson College
Calgary, AB2004
Skills
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Social and Academic Development
- Positive Learning Environment
- Student-Centered Learning
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Creative Lesson Plan Development
- Student Evaluation
- Technology Integration
- Parent and Student Communication
- Student Needs Assessments
Accomplishments
- Institute of Child Psychology: Annual Children's Mental Health Conference (November 2021)
- CELTalk: Integrating Indigenous Knowledge Pedagogy Teaching and Learning (November 2021)
- UBC PDCE: Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Secondary Schools (November 2021)
Hobbies
- Snowboarding
- Fishing
- Playing Guitar
- Travel
Timeline
Certified Teacher
School District 73
2022.04 - Current
Student Teacher
Juniper Ridge Elementary
2021.09 - 2022.03
Board Member - Teaching & Learning Committee
Thompson Rivers University
2018.09 - 2019.06
Master of Education - Education
Thompson Rivers University
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
Thompson Rivers University
Associate of Science - Biology
Thompson Rivers University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Thompson Rivers University
Registered Pharmacy Technician Diploma -
Selkirk College
Pharmacy Technician Certificate -
Robertson College
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