Feeling lost? Need math help? Creative, fun, reliable, experienced! Registered Math/Science Teacher!

Graham's Resume

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Education – Physics, Environmental Science
Outdoor Ecological & Experiential Education program - Intermediate/Senior
Lakehead University. May 2015. Dean’s List

Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering, High Distinction
Carleton University. Apr 2010

Youth Care Worker Training
Relias Learning. 40 hrs - human services topics. Fall 2017


RECENT EMPLOYMENT

Relief Teacher 2015 – Current
Southeast Kootenay School District, Elk Valley BC
• Built rapport with most students K-12 in the Elk Valley, all subjects but STEM focus
• Share my diverse experience to give real-world connections to class material


Environmental Educator 2015 - Current
Wildsight, Elk Valley BC
• Plan and facilitate a variety of environmental programs in Elk Valley schools for K-8 students
• Emphasize place-based and experiential learning through visits to local ecosystems
• Foster critical thinking and sustainability though a weekly Gr 6 program


Youth Care Worker 2017 - Current
Columbia Basin Family Resource Society, Elk Valley BC
• One-to-one support, advocacy and mentoring with local youth age 7-15
• Liaise with family, teachers, aboriginal and family support workers, counselors and other community organizations to support youth in meeting their needs


TUTORING & TEACHING WORK EXPERIENCE

Senior Sciences and Math Teacher 2016 - 2017
Elkford Secondary School, Fernie Secondary School, Elk Valley BC
• Taught Earth Science 11, Physics 11, Physics 12, Chemistry 12, junior math and sciences
• Focused on experiential learning through field work and hands-on projects


Math and Science Tutor, Highschool 2006 - 2015
Self Employed, Ottawa ON, Fernie BC, Thunder Bay ON
• Strengthened basic concepts and critical thinking to apply concepts to new situations
• Used student provided material as well as created personalized lessons


Math and Science Teacher 2013 - 2014
The Fernie Academy, Fernie, BC
• Co-taught Gr 7 Mathematics and Science, Gr 8, 9 Mathematics, Gr 12 Pre-Calculus.
• Created excitement for science and math through student generated topics and active lessons
• Supported Gr 2 students with behavioural and academic challenges


Online Tutor, Math and Science 2012
TutorJam.com, Canada
• Responsible for Gr 6-12 lesson plans, finding outside resources, and regular reports on progress
• Found creative ways to teach effectively despite communication limitations of online environment


Tutor 2012
Sylvan Learning, Ottawa, ON
• Homework support and basic skills for small mixed groups Gr 4-12 in mathematics, science, reading
• Responsible for lesson plans and regular reports on progress


ESL Teacher 2013 - 2014
American Village, France
• Creative, active ESL lessons to French students in a classroom setting and through camp activities
• Focused on basics and creating a joy of learning a new language


EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE

Community Outreach Educator 2015 - 2016
Elk River Alliance, Fernie BC
• Planned and instructed the science/math based Elk Valley Watershed Discovery youth camp
• Educate Elk Valley community members on watershed stewardship, increasing watershed literacy


Trip Director, Canoe Trip Leader 2006 – 2014
Camp Wanapitei, Temagami ON
• Managed 25 canoe trip leaders, including trip logistics, risk management and crisis response
• Emphasized a culture of personal growth and open communication for participants and staff
• Six years facilitating remote canoe trips up to 52-days with groups of 6-18 year olds


Outdoor Education Instructor 2010 - 2012
ALIVE Outdoors, ON
• Guided multi-day canoe and hiking trips for inner city children age 12-15, exposing them to outdoor recreation and fostering environmental awareness
• Organized and instructed natural history and skill-based in-camp activities
• Encouraged personal growth through self-awareness, resilience, communication and leadership


CERTIFICATION

Professional Teaching Certificate of Qualification
British Columbia Ministry of Education, Good Standing 2017/2018