Kara Frey
Maple Creek
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Adult Basic Education Instructor
Maple Creek Program Centre- Great Plains College
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Instructed English 30 B and GED
- Promoted a love for reading and independent reading pursuits with students
- Prepared students for provincial exams
- Improved overall class performance by consistently providing clear instructions, timely feedback, and one-on-one support.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and tailoring instruction to individual learning styles.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment by establishing strong rapport with students and maintaining open lines of communication with parents.
- Increased literacy skills among adult learners by designing engaging reading and writing activities tailored to their needs.
English Teacher
Eagle Butte High School
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
- Kept classroom organized, clean, and safe for students and visitors.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Planned coursework to introduce students to important literature.
- Built learning and citizenship skills to help with personal growth in addition to increasing academic knowledge.
- Established appropriate deadlines and provided complete instructions for reading assignment and homework.
- Served as languages department member and attended meetings to develop and update course curricula.
English Teacher
Medicine Hat High School
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Guiding Sr. High students through a wide range of literary exploration.
- Embracing different learning styles while incorporating critical thinking, cultural awareness, and responsible citizenship throughout my lessons.
- Coordinating with department members to develop effective literacy programming.
- Incorporating a variety of technology tools and resources into the classroom.
- Liaising with counselors and administrative team.
- Communicating with families regarding student progress and achievement.
- Leading students in creating the school yearbook.
Social Studies Teacher
Eagle Butte High School
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Engaging Eagle Butte High School students in the Social Studies program
- Incorporating a variety of technology tools and resources into the classroom.
- Embracing different learning styles while incorporating critical thinking, cultural awareness, and responsible citizenship throughout my lessons.
- Collaborating with members of the Social Studies department and other staff.
- Building professional working relationships with colleagues.
- Working with Educational Assistants to support students in the classroom.
- Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
English Teacher
Medicine Hat High School, MHPSD
09.2017
- Working alongside the English department head to provide effective instruction of English to 10-1 and 20-1 students.
- Planning and implementing lessons in English.
Substitute Teacher
Prairie Rose School
01.2017
Education
Bachelor of Education -
Mount Royal University
2017
Education Assistant Certificate - undefined
Medicine Hat College
2012
Grade 12 Diploma -
Maple Creek Composite High
2009
Skills
- Communication Skills
- Hands-On Learning
- Time Management
- Analytical Skills
- Flexibility
- Adaptability
- Ability to work Independently
- Team Collaboration
- Quality Education
- Leadership and Mentorship skills
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Serving Diverse Communities
- Adapting to Different Learning Styles
Affiliations
- Kelly Gallagher-Learn. Design. Apply: Writing- 2021
- Kelly Gallagher-Learn. Design. Apply: Reading- 2020
- Penny Kittle- Two Teachers and the Quest to Engage and Empower Adolescents- 2020
- Dr. Michael Capello Dr. Tana Mitchell Learning Focus: FNMI, racialization, and more - Helping ALL Students Fit In & Feel Success - 2018
- Dr. Jody Carrington Harnessing the Power of Relationships - 2018
- Vicki Glass Literacy and Numeracy Progressions - 2017
- Cal Hauserman Adaptive Schools - 2015
Additional Information
AWARDS:
- Mount Royal University Honour Roll: 2015 - 2017
- Phi Theta Cappa Honour Society: 2014 - 2017
- Medicine Hat College Honour Roll: 2012 - 2017
References
Kim Wellings
Student Advisor and Essential Skills Coordinator at Maple Creek Program Centre- Great Plains College
Box 1738, 20 Pacific Avenue
Maple Creek, SK S0N 1N0
(306) 662-3829
Shannon Mitchell
Program Coordinator at Swift Current Campus- Great Plains College
129 2nd Avenue NE
Swift Current, SK S9H 2C6
(306)-778-5486
Mark Heinricks
Chief Deputy Superintendent of Prairie Rose Public Schools
918-2nd Avenue | Dunmore, Alberta T1B 0K3
(403) 952- 5510
Timeline
Adult Basic Education Instructor
Maple Creek Program Centre- Great Plains College
01.2023 - 05.2023
English Teacher
Eagle Butte High School
01.2019 - 01.2022
English Teacher
Medicine Hat High School
01.2018 - 01.2019
English Teacher
Medicine Hat High School, MHPSD
09.2017
Social Studies Teacher
Eagle Butte High School
01.2017 - 01.2018
Substitute Teacher
Prairie Rose School
01.2017
Bachelor of Education -
Mount Royal University
Education Assistant Certificate - undefined
Medicine Hat College
Grade 12 Diploma -
Maple Creek Composite High
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