Madeleine Reeves

4 Simcrest Pt SW, Calgary, AB, T3H 4K1

T: (587) 437-4269 E: MadeleineLReeves@gmail.com

TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
Teaching is an art that blends together discipline and freedom of expression. I believe that all
students are unique and have something special that they can bring to their own education. As a
teacher, it is my responsibility to create a safe, welcoming environment for my students to flourish and
find their passion in order to inspire creativity and exploration. My focus is to create a learner-centred
atmosphere, that is hands-on, interactive and supports deep level understanding of literacy,
numeracy, and life-long competencies.

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
Inclusive education: Experience with students who are supported with IPP and high needs
Teaching: Customize individual lesson plans and student centred, hands on activities
Critical thinking and problem solving: Comfortable finding solutions and continually reflecting on
effective teaching strategies through professional learning
Bilingual: fluent in both French and English

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Education, Specialization in Secondary Mathematics and Science
Werklund School of Education- University of Calgary (2017-2019)

Graduated with a Bachelors in Science

University of British Columbia Okanagan (2011-2015)

PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE
Grade Seven and Eight Practicum Teacher
West Ridge School, Calgary, AB November 2018- December 2018
• Facilitated honest, respectful and cooperative learning environments to maintain a structured
safe classroom.
• Developed creative strategies to work with students on IPPs who required additional support
by creating individualized instruction.
• Encouraged and motivated new learning using technologies, interactive moving around
activities, and engaged in student engagement and participation in class.
• Joined the GSA student lead club and Science club at lunch to support youth.
• Engaged in collaboration with other like minded teachers through PLC development meetings
and problem solving with school staff.
• Developed a critical understanding of the nature of assessment by creating a variety of tools to
use which resulted in a well-rounded depiction of the students understandings
• Involved in the school culture and developed working relationships by attending extra-
curricular activities, parent-teacher conferences, professional development seminars and
workshops
Grade Eight Practicum Teacher
Vincent Massey Junior High School, Calgary, AB March 2018-April 2018
• Teaching math to two grade eight classes daily.
• Used a diversification content delivery methods to meet the curriculum requirements.
• Assessed students through formative and summative assessment tasks.
• Create daily lesson plans and unit plans alongside partner teacher. Designed problem based
lessons and devised creative strategies to target each students learning capabilities for them
to be successful and confident.
• Worked on building positive relationships and strengthening classroom management skills.

RELATED PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE

Server at Double Zero Chinook September 2016-Present
• Serving customers and providing them with excellent service for a memorable dinning
experience.
• Addressing large reservation inquiries, customer concerns, conflict solving and attention to
detail.
• Communication with managers, waiting tables, product knowledge and friendliness.

Hillcrest Events- Casual Event Supporter Summer 2018 - Present

• Greeted guests, supervised staff appreciation event for ATB Financial, registration of guests.
• Ensuring guests are tended to, answering and directing questions.

Private Tutor September 2018- December 2018

• Helps students improve academically in a private, non-classroom setting working one-on-one
with following subjects: math, physics, chemistry all high school level.

Landscape Supervisor with B&T Landscape Summer 2011- 2017

• Sent directed oversight of small landscape operation at a private property.
• Worked on garden maintenance of annuals and perennials.
• Managed small crew, developed communication and leadership skills.

Alpine Ski Racing Coach with Lake Louise Ski Club 2010-2011 & 2015-2016
• Involved in coaching athletes age 7-9 competitive ski racing.
• Instructed athletes to improve their skiing technique, skills, and overall love for skiing.
• Planned ski sessions and did video analysis of athletes performance.
• Alberta Alpine Ski Instructor Certified.

ACHIEVEMENTS

CFC Rangers Competitive Women’s Soccer September 2016- Present

University of Calgary- 15s Women’s Dinos Rugby team September 2018- December 2018
University of British Colombia Okanagan- 15s Heat Rugby team September 2011- April 2015
 VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Calgary Public Libraries September 2017-December 2017
• Worked with children in the Math Quest free programs available for children of all grade levels.

West Soccer Centre Camps Summer 2011

• Organized and assisted with summer soccer camps for children between the ages of 6 and 12.
Supervised 40 children during skills and technique development camps.
INTERESTS
Sports: Participate in a wide variety of summer and winter sports including: soccer (year round,
women’s and coed), ultimate frisbee, rugby, alpine skiing, crossfit and weight training, mountain and
road biking, and canoeing.
Other: I enjoy art, the outdoors, and social events. I enjoy putting together floral arrangements,
interior design and planning events.

REFERENCES

Available upon request.