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As a wholehearted teacher, I am a relationship-focused professional who excels in
program planning and creativity. I have proven success in leading and engaging with
jocelynddufresne@gmail.com groups of all ages. I possess excellent oral and written communication skills; I work well
in a team environment yet have the ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy.
173 Mount Sundance Crescent W
Lethbridge, AB T1J 4H6 EXPERIENCE
PRE-SERVICE TEACHER
SKILLS
Wholehearted and Empathetic Professional Semester III
January – April 2019
Reflective, Growth Mindset St. Patrick School (Taber)
Flexible
I taught a Grade 2/3 multiage class, creating short, medium and long-range plans in
Team Leadership math, social studies, physical education and art. In addition to collaborating with
Working Collaboratively community members and incorporating inquiry and creativity in the classroom, I was
also involved within the greater school community and division during my internship. I
Attention to Detail and Creativity started a student-led Multi Activity Club, ran the school’s twitter profile, and attended
Faith Plan and Grade Level meetings at the Holyspirit Board Office. For my professional
inquiry project, I created a website that amalgamates a variety of useful and practical
resources, reading and theories that aim to support teachers on modern and useful
EDUCATION strategies and methods for effectively, and empathetically, supporting students who
require behavior intervention. I presented my inquiry at the PIP Symposium at the
University of Lethbridge
University of Lethbridge.
Combined Bachelor of
Education/Bachelor of Arts
Professional Semester II
(Geography) Degree
March – April 2018
with a specialization in
St. Mary’s School (Medicine Hat)
Early Childhood Education
Graduating in May 2019
I taught three groups of Grade Eight and Nine students, preparing unit plans for Social
Studies, English Language Arts and Religion. By inviting community members into the
classroom and incorporating recent media debate on the sale of Alberta beef, I guided
Catholic Central High School
my students through a critical inquiry on beef consumerism. This thematic unit was a
Graduated in 2014
powerful tool in teaching students the political and economic influences of
consumerism.
more
Professional Semester I
To see what I did with my students
November – December 2016
in PSIII, check out my Teacher
Ecolé Agnes Davidson School
Twitter Profile:
I prepared lesson plans and taught two kindergarten classes for five weeks, taking into
@Mrs_Martinezyql
consideration the Alberta Program of Studies, engaging learning activities and
individual learning needs. I worked in a complex classroom with students with learning
To see the website I created on
disabilities and diverse needs.
Behavior Intervention for my
Professional Inquiry Project, go to:
Catholic Education
I am a passionate and engaged Catholic with experience teaching religion and
https://behaviorinterventionyql.we
permeating curriculum in both elementary and junior high grade levels. I created and
ebly.com/
taught a unit on Theology of the Body to a Grade 8 class and walked through Lent with
both Grade 8 and Grade 2/3 students. Additionally, I attended Holyspirit School
Division’s 2019 Faith Plan Meeting, where I learned, planned and engaged with
colleagues from across the division on Catholic education permeation and leadership.
Additionally, I led and hosted a Women’s Group for the past year within the Catholic
Young Adult community in Lethbridge. I presented resources, brought in guest speakers
and guided group discussions on all topics impacting women in the Catholic Church.
J OCELYN M ARTINEZ
EXPERIENCE ( co ntinued)
RELEVANT COURSE OF STUDIES
Special Concentration in Early Childhood Education (this includes two courses in Early
403.593.9495 Childhood Curriculum Instruction, and Early Childhood Literacy, as well as my PSIII (4 months)
in an early childhood classroom).
Curriculum and Instruction, Evaluation, Social Context, Educational Psychology, Issues in World
Education
jocelynddufresne@gmail.com
MAINTENANCE WORKER
173 Mount Sundance Crescent Holyspirit Roman Catholic Separate Regional Division
W Lethbridge, AB T1J 4H6 May 2018-August 2018 (Temporary Contract)
This role required me to quickly learn and understand how to use a variety of motor-operated
equipment, clean inside/ outside of all schools in the division, as well as maintain planters, trees
Complimentary and lawns. Although it was a steep learning curve, I was able to demonstrate my ability to learn
quickly and adapt to new work environments. I enjoyed the opportunity to interact with
SKILLS teachers and administration as I worked at each of the schools.
Early Childhood Language and
SERVER
Literacy Streatside Eatery (February 2017 – December 2019)
Leadership, Governance I was a server for four years where I learned to prioritize tasks and provide quality service in a
and Social Justice fast-paced environment, interacting with a variety of customers and colleagues.
Responsibilities included cleaning, daily cash handling, serving and monitoring alcohol sales, as
Extra-Curriculars well as closing cash procedures.
Tri-lateral Youth Ambassador 2012 Youth Advisory Board, Lethbridge Federal Constituency (April - December 2017)
Provided a voice for Lethbridge youth to Member of Parliament Rachael Harder, discussed and
debated current and relevant issues in Parliament (economics, law, agriculture, the
environment), and discussed strategies to combat issues facing youth in Lethbridge.