A. Grace Martin
The Wellness Potential Teacher
Angela Grace Martin
University of Lethbridge
Courses Taken
Biology: Cellular Basis of Life, Diversity of Life, Principles of Ecology, Principles of Genetics, Signal Transduction, Gene Expression and Regulation, Animal Physiology, Environmental Physiology, Population Biology, Seminars in Biology, Biology of Symbiotic Interactions
Physics: Introduction to Biophysics, Introduction to Physics II, Modern Astronomy, Waves Optics and Sound, Imaging Science and Technology in Today’s World, Quantum Mechanics I - II, Mathematical Physics, Mechanics, Contemporary Physics, Introduction to Experimental Physics, Electricity and Magnetism
Chemistry: General Chemistry I - II, Organic Chemistry I - II, Introductory Biochemistry
Mathematics: Calculus I - IV, Elementary Linear Algebra
Other: English 30-1AP, Introduction to Academic Writing, Introduction to World Religions, The Buddhist Tradition, The Anthropological Perspective,
Contemporary Health Issues, Western Civilization, Women and Health,
Scientific Knowledge Across Disciplines, Speaking of Animals: The Rhetoric of Wildlife in Contemporary Writing, Neuroscience Brain Behaviour
Education Courses:
Ed 2500:
- Introduction and Orientation to Education including grade 5 practicum observation
PS1:
- Grade 6 Practicum, Educational Psychology, Teaching Seminar, Curriculum and Instruction, Evaluation of Learning, Language in Education, Communications Technology
PSII:
- Science 9 and 14 Practicum, Educational Psychology of Exceptional Learners, Science Curriculum and Instruction, Evaluation of Student Learning, and the Social Context of Schooling
Electives:
- Social Studies for non-majors, Social issues in education, Assessment for individualized educational programming, Problem solving with communication technologies
PSIII:
- Science 10 and 24 Practicum at a faith-based high school in the quarter system
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VOLUNTEER AND EXTRA-CURRICULAR EXPERIENCE
Track and Field and Cross Country Running
Kate Andrews, 2016 - 2018
WE Create Change teacher supervisor
Kate Andrews, 2016 - 2018
ATA school representative
Kate Andrews, 2016 - 2018
Graduation Decoration Committee
Kate Andrews, Spring 2016
Cross Country Running Club
CCH, Lethbridge, Fall 2015
Cougars With Quills Blogging Club
CCH, Lethbridge, Fall 2015
Served on Wellness Committee
CCH, Lethbridge, Fall 2015
Ran noon-hour yoga club
WCCHS, Claresholm, Spring 2015
Ran teacher P.D. yoga session for wellness professional development
WCCHS, Claresholm, Spring 2015
Lethbridge, February-March 2015
Let’s Talk Science Table at SWATCA
Lethbridge, February 2015
Lethbridge, October 2014
Jump, Skip, Walk for Autism
Lethbridge, May 2013
Lethbridge Wrap Party for Wood’s Homes Youth Shelter
Lethbridge, May 2013
Lethbridge, May 2013
Regional Science Fair
Lethbridge, April 2011, 2013, 2014
Executive council of U of L Biology Club
Lethbridge, March 2011-April 2013
CIBC Run for the Cure
Lethbridge, September 2010-2014
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RESUME
CAREER OBJECTIVE: Pursuing a science-related educational position
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EDUCATION
University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
B.Sc. Biological Sciences Graduation: May 2014
Focus on Biology and Physics
B.Ed. Science Education Graduation: December 2015
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EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE
Kate Andrews High School, Coaldale, AB 2016 - 2018
• Taught Science 9, Mathematics 9, Journalism 15, Forensics 25, Outdoor Education 9, PE 9, Health 9
• Balanced visual, auditory, read/write, and kinesthetic learning styles
• Utilized brain breaks to help students focus, maximize learning, and promote wellness
• Acquired skills in teaching higher order thinking for PAT courses
• Implemented curriculum into engaging lessons with hands-on learning activities
• Taught English 10-2, English 10-1, Art 10/20/30, Media Arts 9, and Substituted
• Improved literacy in reading and writing through English courses
• Implemented inquiry-based learning in the fine arts, including painting and Photoshop
• Occasional substitute teaching of science and mathematics courses
University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge AB Fall 2015
Professional Semester III Practicum
• Half-time teaching
• Learned transitioning and lesson planning for approximately three-hour classes
• Learned technology integration, implementation of project-based learning, and differentiated instruction
• Discovered new teaching strategies and collaborated on a professional inquiry project to collect strategies into an online resource: http://easyteachertoolbox.weebly.com/
Professional Semester II Courses and Practicum
• ¾ Teaching ¼ Observation experience
• Learned unit planning related to the science curriculum
• Learned how to deal with behavioural issues and learning disabilities in the classroom
• Practiced a universal design for learning
University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge AB Fall 2014
Professional Semester I Courses and Practicum
• ⅓ Observation ⅓ Planning and ⅓ Teaching experience in a grade 6 classroom
• Learned lesson planning, assessment and evaluation, how to apply curriculum to instruction, educational psychology, technology integration, how to teach literacy for young students, classroom management skills, and relationship development.
• Learned that the needs of students exceed my need to teach a good lesson
• Practiced daily formative assessment
University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge AB Sept. 2013-Dec. 2014
Jaime Morasch, Tutoring Services
• Private and University-Employed Math, Biology, Chemistry, & Physics Tutor
• Learned how to communicate differing concepts at junior high through university levels
University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge AB Spring 2014
Education 2500 Course and Practicum
• Observation and experience instructing a classroom of grade five students
• Learned classroom management skills, relationship development while maintaining authority, and how to communicate instructions and concepts clearly to elementary students
· Learned how to coordinate small group instruction
· Gained confidence reading aloud to the class and guiding group discussion of text
· Guided ELA Daily 5 with CAFÉ strategies
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MATHEMATICS EXPERIENCE
• Taught Mathematics 9 and 10-3
• Tutoring math from grade 7 to university levels
• Background in: physics, calculus, algebra, statistics, problem solving
• Observation of experienced math teachers during practicums
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• Social Studies for Non-Majors Course
• Observation of master teaching in Social Studies classroom during PS3 placement
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• Taught English 10-1 and English 10-2
• Published young adult fantasy novel author
• Children's fairy tale writer
• Self-development writer
• Hired editor for academic papers, including Masters Theses
• Observation of experienced English Language Arts teachers throughout practicums
• DAILY 5 reading with CAFÉ strategies for reading comprehension, analysis, fluency, and expanded vocabulary
YOUTH EXPERIENCE
YWCA Neighbourhood Play Program Summer 2014
Alyssa Sutherland, NPP Supervisor
• Led summer play activities outside for children aged 6 to 12
• Learned how to engage kids in a variety of physical activities
• Planned daily activities and worked toward weekly skill outcomes
• Cultivated a caring, safe, positive, and playful environment
• Encouraged teamwork, self-esteem, motor skills, communication skills, and expression
• Cooperated with and learned from my experienced co-leader
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RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge AB May - August 2013
Dr. Robbin Gibb, Dr. Albert Cross, and Dr. Sorina Truica, Neuroscience
• Research Assistant imaging placental development in vivo in a rat model using MRI
• Learned about MRI physics and biological applications, animal care research, and fetal development
• Attended noon hour sessions on neuroscience, neurobiology, and brain-behaviour relationship studies
• Presented at 2013 CCBN Summer Student Symposium
University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge AB Sept. 2010-December 2012
Dr. Kenneth Vos, Physics and Astronomy
• Research Assistant modelling pharmacokinetics and dynamics of chemotherapy drugs
• Learned about the discipline of biophysics, utilized the scientific method, practiced data collection and analysis, and learned computer modelling
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MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE
Pineridge Golf Resort, Seba Beach, AB Summers 2011-2012
Nicole Richardson, Owner and General Manager
• Assistant Manager
• Learned teamwork, managerial and people skills, and multi-tasked as a café server, pro-shop attendant, beverage cart attendant and supervisor
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AWARDS AND DISTINCTIONS
Jason Lang Scholarship January 2015
Standard First Aid and CPR Level C May 2014
Gibsons Energy Scholarship 2009-2014
Canada Summer Jobs, University of Lethbridge Summer 2013
WHMIS Safety Certification May 2013
Canada Summer Jobs, University of Lethbridge Summer 2012
University of Lethbridge Student’s Union Studentship Fall 2011
Jason Lang Scholarship Fall 2010
Rocky Mountain Elk Scholarship Fall 2009
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References Available Upon Request
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