KERI CYR

54016 Range Road 273

Spruce Grove, Alberta T7X 3R8
Cell : (780) 965-0038
Leadership Journey website : www.cyrleadership.weebly.com
Business and Innovations website: http://ajmbusiness.ca
Email: keri.cyr@ecsd.net

ADMINISTRATIVE/ LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE_______________________

EDMONTON CATHOLIC SCHOOLS

Edmonton, Alberta

Admin Equivalent (Acting Junior High Assistant Principal)

(March 2017-May 2017) Archbishop Joseph MacNeil Elementary/Junior High School
Principal: Mr. George Antonakis

Assistant Principal Leadership Training Program “We Are Called…To be Leaders of Hope and Mercy”
(September 2016-June 2017) Edmonton Catholic Schools Leadership Development
District Principal: Monique Parrotta

Transform Instructional/Inclusive Learning Coach

(September 2015-Present) Archbishop Joseph MacNeil Elementary/Junior High School
Principals: Mr. George Antonakis (2017-2019), Mr. Fernando Runco (2015-2017)

Student Advisor/School Counsellor

(September 2015-Present) Archbishop Joseph MacNeil Elementary/Junior High School
Principals: Mr. George Antonakis (2017-2019), Mr. Fernando Runco (2015-2017)

Teaching and Administrative Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Successfully implemented, differentiated, and co-constructed curriculum in accordance with Ministerial
Order and Alberta Education Teaching Quality Standards.
2. Communicated effectively and efficiently with students, parents, colleges, and administrators.
3. Collaborated and engaged in instructional coaching, curricular planning, and assessment.
4. Developed and managed classroom configurations, agile learning spaces, and financial allocation plans.
5. Organized and lead various professional development opportunities and programs.
(e.g. Better Learning through Structured Teaching, Seven Strategies for Assessment for Learning,
Literacy/Numeracy Initiatives, Project-Based Learning, and 21st Century/cross-curricular technology
integration)
6. Engaged in the planning and implementation of various extra-curricular school activities and events
(e.g. AJM Faith Day, Elementary/Junior High Leadership, Mavs Store/Café, Coding and Robotics
Clubs, Athletic Coaching: volleyball, softball, and running clubs).
7. Promoted social justice, diversity, and mental health initiatives as the designated Positive Mental Health
Champion, Success in Schools Contact, and Inclusive Communities Representative.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE______________________________________________

EDMONTON CATHOLIC SCHOOLS

Edmonton, Alberta

Continuous Contract Teacher

(September 2015-Present) Archbishop Joseph MacNeil Elementary/Junior High School (JH Business and
Innovations, Health, and Religion Teacher)
Principals: Mr. George Antonakis (2017-2019), Mr. Fernando Runco (2015-2017)

(September 2009-June 2015) St. Mary Catholic Elementary School (Grade 5)

Principals: Mrs. Christene Richardson (2014-2015), Mr. William Moreau (2010-2014),
Mrs. Marie Whelan/Mrs. Margo McGee (2009-2010)
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TEACHING EXPERIENCE continued…___________________________________

Temporary Contract Teacher

(September 2008-June 2009) Good Shepherd Catholic Elementary School (Grade 4)
Teacher Evaluation completed by: Mrs. Lucille Charrois

(September 2007-June 2008) Good Shepherd Catholic Elementary School (Grade 3)

Teacher Evaluation completed by: Mr. Joe Roberts

(March 2007-June 2007) St. Teresa Catholic Elementary School (Grade 1)

Principal: Ms. Kelly Forner

Replacement Teacher
(February 2007)
** Substitute taught in various schools throughout Edmonton including within specialty programs
(PDP) and highly diverse inclusive classrooms.

EVERGREEN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS

Spruce Grove, Alberta

Replacement Teacher
(February 2007)
** Substitute taught in various urban and rural K-9 schools throughout the district.

STUDENT TEACHING
Advanced Professional Term (APT)
(October 2006-December 2006)
St. Martha Catholic School (Grades 4, 5, 6)
Edmonton, Alberta

Introductory Professional Term (IPT)

(February 2005-April 2005)
John Paul II Catholic School (Kindergarten)
Stony Plain, Alberta

EDUCATION__________________________________________________________

BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (with DISTINCTION)

Major: Elementary Generalist Minor: Early Childhood Education (K-3)
(September 2004-December 2006)
University of Alberta

Key Courses
1. Adapting Instruction for Students with Special Needs (EDPY 301)
2. Christian Religious Education and the Child (CHRTC 380)
3. Developing Literacy: Pre-School to Grade Three (EDEL 404)
4. Educational Assessment (EDPY 303)
5. Ethics and Law in Teaching (EDPS 410)
6. Parent-Child Relationships (HECOL 310)
7. Practical Experience with Curriculum Models in ECE (EDEL 458)
8. Survey of Children’s Literature (LIS 401)
9. Theological Education of the Catholic Teacher (CHRTC 250)
10. Theory and Practice in Early Childhood Education (EDEL 457)
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EDUCATION continued…______________________________________________

BUSINESS DIPLOMA (MARKETING SPECIALITY)

(January 2000-April 2002)
SIAST Palliser Campus
Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan

Key Courses
1. Administration (ADMN 221)
2. Advertising & Sales Promotion (MKTG 222)
3. Business Communications (BCOM 120, BCOM 121)
4. Organizational Behavior (ADMN 220)
5. Personnel & Human Resource Management (ADMN 222)

STUDENTS WORKING ABROAD PROGRAM (SWAP)

(October 1995-December 1999)
United Kingdom, Sweden, Ireland

Member
1. Pursued international work experience in various fields
2. Communicated with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds
3. Experienced European business, family, and educational activities
4. Gained direct knowledge of international marketplaces

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE____________________________________________

CATECHIST
(September 2006-June 2007)
St. Joseph Catholic School (Grade 3)
Spruce Grove, Alberta

CHILDREN’S LITURGY LEADER

(September 2006-June 2007)
Holy Trinity Catholic Church
Spruce Grove, Alberta

STUDY BUDDY
(October 2005-December 2005) St. Justin Catholic School (Grade 3) Edmonton, Alberta
(October 2004-December 2004) La Perle Elementary School (Grade 5) Edmonton, Alberta

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION_ ______________________

Alberta Teachers’ Association (ATA) Member

(September 2004-present)

Golden Key International Honour Society Member

(September 2006-present) ** Lifetime membership by invitation only; in recognition of ranking in the top 15%
of your faculty program.

ATA Council of School Counsellors Member

(September 2016-present)

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PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION continued…______________________________

Early Childhood Education Council (ECEC) Regional President

(September 2005-December 2006)
** An Alberta Teachers’ Association Specialist Council

Early Childhood Education Council Conference Planning Committee Member

(September 2005-December 2006)

Education Student Association (ESA) Affiliate Representative

(September 2005- October 2006)

ACADEMIC AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS_______________________________

Edwin Parr Award

(June 2008)
• Nominated in recognition of demonstrating excellence in first year of teaching.

Francis Olson Scholarship in Early Literacy

(October 2006)
• Received in recognition of superior academic achievement and demonstrated commitment
to the early literacy development of children in the school and/or community.

Jason Lang Scholarship

(November 2005, November 2006)
• Received in recognition of exceptional academic achievement.

Alberta Teachers’ Association Award

(May 2005)
• Nominated in recognition of demonstrating excellence in IPT student-teaching experience.

SIAST Academic Achievement Award (Marketing)

(November 2001)
• Received in recognition of outstanding academic achievement and awarded to the student with the
highest academic average in their division.

PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE__________________________________

WESTERN GROCERS/WESTFAIR FOODS LTD.

(January 2003-August 2004)
Calgary, Alberta

Assistant Buyer
1. Purchased international/domestic merchandise into warehouses across Canada
2. Analyzed sales forecasts and enter promotional quantities
3. Expedited orders and tracked ocean containers from creation to arrival
4. Reconciled all accounts payable invoices

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PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE continued…_____________________

CALGARY FLAMES HOCKEY CLUB/ NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE

(May 2002-Dec 2002)
Calgary, Alberta

Contract Sales Agent/ Retail Outlet Manager

1. Solely operated and managed an external ticket office and satellite Fan Attic store
2. Organized merchandise and designed in store displays
3. Developed new accounts and facilitated customer payments
4. Sold season tickets and their equivalents to corporations and the general public

MOOSE JAW WARRIORS HOCKEY CLUB/ WESTERN HOCKEY LEAGUE

(September 2001-April 2002)
Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan

Promotions Coordinator
1. Elevated fan awareness to advertised products and services
2. Pursued marketing opportunities through possible corporate sponsors
3. Coordinated player public relation activities
4. Designed and developed promotional advertising campaigns

SKILLS AND ABILITIES________________________________________________

1. Outstanding communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

2. Dynamic relationship building skills
3. Excellent time management skills
4. Aptitude for integrating and utilizing various technological devices and programs
5. Non-violent Crisis Intervention, Applied Suicide Intervention, Mental Health First Aid, Levelled
Literacy Intervention, and Go-to-Educator Training

EXTRACURRICULAR INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES ____________________

1. Spending quality time with my family and friends

2. Outdoor/Indoor Recreation (softball, volleyball, triathlons)
3. Arts and Crafts (card-making, scrapbooking, cross-stitch)
4. Travelling

PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES **Additional available upon request___________

Mrs. Patti Liogier (Assistant Principal):

Cell: 780-340-6634 Email: patricia.liogier@ecsd.net

Mrs. Sara Borchiellini (Learning Coach Partner)

Cell: 780-271-5309 Email: sara.borchiellini@ecsd.net

Mrs. Michelle Grattan (Business and Innovations Curriculum Co-Author/Teaching Colleague)

Cell: 780-952-1163 Email: michelle.grattan@ecsd.net

PASTORAL REFERENCE ___________

Rev. Joselito E. Cantal (Associate Pastor Holy Trinity Catholic Church) Spruce Grove, AB
Cell: 587-590-0143 Email: joselito.cantal@caedm.ca