Alixandra Cozart

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207-1110 9​ Ave NE ​• ​Swift Current, SK, S9H2S9 ​• ​Phone: (306) 796-7054
Email: cozart.ali@gmail.com ​• ​Educational Portfolio: alicozart.weebly.com

Education
Bachelor of Education Degree with Honours
Mount Royal University Collaborative Program, Medicine Hat, Alberta
Major: Elementary Generalist
Minor: Humanities

Teaching Experience
Substitute Teacher
Medicine Hat Public School Division, Medicine Hat, AB
Prairie Rose School Division No. 8, Dunmore, AB

· Substitute teaching assignments ranging from ELP to Grade 6 in all subject areas.
· Followed existing lesson plans and incorporated creative teaching methods to generate an
active learning environment.
· Maintained classroom routines and implemented clear expectations of student behaviour
for effective classroom management.
· Established excellent rapport with students, staff and parents.
· Most assignments were by request.

Practicum II (10 weeks) – Student Teacher – Grade 2

Isabel F. Cox School, Redcliff, AB –​ Mentor Teacher: Danelle Wist

· Taught 100% of mentor teacher’s course load for 7 weeks.

· Planned and facilitated both small and large group classroom activities based on
differentiated learning needs.
· Used multiple forms of formative and summative assessment tools.
· Collaborated within a team teaching environment to develop student-centered lessons and
activities.
· Maintained classroom management by consistently remaining highly organized.
· Successfully motivated both students and colleagues using enthusiasm and passion.
· Created successful sub plans for absences due to professional development

Practicum I (5 weeks) – Student Teacher – Grade 4

River Heights Elementary School, Medicine Hat, AB –​ Mentor Teacher: David Ridgedale

· Taught 50-75% mentor teacher’s course load for 3 weeks.

· Planned and implemented differentiated and engaging lessons in all subject areas,
including project based and cross-curricular learning.
· Assessed students using a variety of both formative and summative assessment tools.
· Implemented Kagan and the Six Thinking Hats into day-to-day activities within the
classroom.

EDTS 4105
Connaught Elementary School, Medicine Hat, AB

· Collaboratively developed, implemented and assessed a Badminton unit for grade 5/6
students.

EDTS 371 (30 hours) – Student Teacher – Grade 1

Isabel F. Cox, Redcliff, AB – ​Mentor Teacher: Caylie Duchscherer

· Applied the Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Assessment System to assess individual and
instructional reading levels.

EDTS 234 (30 hours) – Student Teacher – Grade 8

Alexandra Middle School, Medicine Hat, AB –​ Mentor Teacher: Erin Sand

EDTS 232 (30 hours) – Student Teacher – Grade 1

George Davison Elementary School, Medicine Hat, AB – ​Mentor Teacher: Leanne Stanke

Related Work Experience

Early Childhood Educator (October 1-Present)
Cre8tive Minds ELCC, Swift Current, SK
· Create and implement development-based education programs for preschool and school
age children.
· Lead daily social, learning, and physical activities.
· Support and address the social, cognitive, emotional, and physical needs of children.
· Encourage and engage children in a play based atmosphere.

Private Childcare Worker (June – September 2018)

Mark and Tara Hicks, Central Butte, SK

· ​Responsible for two children on a daily basis.

· ​Created and used a variety of strategies to create a positive environment and behavioural
expectations for an 8 year old child with Autism.
· ​Created and implemented crafts and activities to develop both fine and gross motor skills.
· ​Coordinated everyday activities that encouraged education and social skills.
Early Childhood Educator (May – August: 2015-2017)
Gravelbourg Play and Learn Daycare, Gravelbourg, SK

· Planned and implemented fun learning experiences for children aged 6 months to 12 years.
· Assisted young children in day-to-day activities.
· Supported children’s emotional and social development.

Dance Instructor (September 2011 – May 2014)

First Steps Dance, Central Butte, SK

· Instructed and choreographed multiple forms of dance to children aged 3–13.

· Organized and coordinated all dance recitals.

Summer Day Camp Leader (July – August: 2011-2013)

Palliser Regional Park, Riverhurst, SK

· Developed play based curriculum, lead creative craft sessions, and encouraged fun music
sessions.
· Planned and organized daily physical activities and games.

Certificates and Awards

· Saskatchewan Early Educator Certificate: Level Two
· Medicine Hat College Honour Roll: Fall 2015 – Winter 2018
· Phi Theta Kappa Honours Society: Fall 2015 – Winter 2018
· Safer Spaces training and certificate
· Ever Active Leaders Certificate by the Alberta Fitness Leadership Certification Association
(AFLCA)
· South West District for Culture Recreation and Sport summer camp training
· St. John’s Ambulance OHS Standard First-Aid, CPR-C, and AED

Volunteer Work
Praxis Family Science Olympics
Medicine Hat, AB

· Organized science experiments for children and their families to participate in.
· Encouraged children to celebrate science and technology.

Science Fair Judge

PRAXIS School Science Fairs, Brooks, AB
· Judged science fair projects in multiple categories and helped students to understand the
scientific method and presentation skills.

Girls on the Go
Medicine Hat, AB

· Assisted leaders in playing games and positively engaging with young girls.

Sports For All

Medicine Hat, AB

· Assisted with the facilitation of games, activities, and field trips for children with disabilities.

Professional Development
· SAPDC seminar on competencies and mathematical resources.
· Tribes and Kagan strategies workshop.
· “Connect To Your Calm: 15 practical techniques to help you and your students”.
· “Turning Obstacle Into Opportunity”.
· “Creativity and Motivation: Powerful Classroom Energizers”.
· “How Did You Do It? Team Subban’s Vision for Success.” Seminar focusing on leadership,
perseverance and teamwork.

References
Ms. Danelle Wist
Practicum II Mentor Teacher
Isabel F. Cox School
Redcliff, Alberta
Phone: 403-952-5899 or 403-548-3449

Mrs. Christy Gust

Practicum II Supervisor
Medicine Hat College
Medicine Hat, Alberta
Phone: 403-977-0518 or Email: cgust@mhc.ab.ca

Mrs. Michelle Wallin

Practicum II Co-Mentor Teacher
Isabel F. Cox School
Redcliff, Alberta
Phone: 403-977-0433
Mr. David Ridgedale
Practicum I Mentor Teacher & Vice Principal
River Heights Elementary School
Medicine Hat, Alberta
Phone: 403-581-7412 or Email: david.ridgedale@sd76.ab.ca