VICTORIA WEINBERGER

vwein097@mtroyal.ca
403-869-9787
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TEACHING PHILOSOPHY:
I believe in teaching in a way that develops the whole child. My teaching experiences and personal
passions have inspired me to incorporate movement, play, art and nature to help students grow
intellectually, physically and emotionally. I want to draw upon student creativity and empower them
through innovative and authentic learning opportunities . Students who are empowered to learn will be
motivated and more willing to take risks. My role as a teacher is to share my own passions and knowledge
to support students on their educational journey. Overall I strive to foster an optimistic and encouraging
environment where I can grow and learn with my students.

EDUCATION:
Mount Royal University
-Bachelor of Elementary Education Class of 2019
Elementary Health and Physical Education minor
-Social Work Diploma Class of 2014

ADAPT Dance Teacher Certification Class of 2018

Acrobatic Arts Certification Class of 2017

RELEVANT TEACHING EXPERIENCE:

Herons Crossing School
Kindergarten/Grade 1 Teacher 2019-Present
-Planning and facilitating play based and inquiry experiences
-Connecting and building relationships with students and families
-Utilizing supports such as grade team, occupational therapist, speech pathologist and
other support staff
-Assessing and recording using Real Time Reporting
-Utilizing Rocky View mentorship opportunities
-Transitioned students and parents to an online learning community
-Continuous professional development

Rocky View Schools

Substitute Teacher Spring 2019
-Building connections with staff and students in various school
-Adapting to classroom needs to ensure student safety and success
-Creating flexible lessons where required

Herons Crossing Elementary School Winter 2019

Teacher Candidate: Grade 1
-Plan and facilitate lessons up to 100% of teaching
 -Plan and facilitate year-long inquiry
-Participating in Collaborative Support Model meetings
-Assessing and recording using Real-Time Reporting
-Continuing to develop teaching and assessment strategies

Guy Weadick Elementary School Fall Fall 2017

Teacher Candidate: Kindergarten
-Plan and facilitate inquiry lessons in 4 different classes
-Assisting in the process of Early Years Assessment
-Working directly with occupational therapists while supporting students with fine
motor, speech,emotional and behavioral strategies
-Attending Forest Play at Rivers Edge

RJ Hawkey Elementary School (Airdrie Chrsitian Academy) Winter 2017

Teacher Candidate: Grade 1
-Planning, facilitating and assessing lessons on a weekly basis
-Assisting teacher mentor with planning, teaching and evaluations

St. Peters Elementary School Fall 2016

Teacher Candidate: Grade 1
-Planning and facilitating literacy lessons
-Work individually with students involved with Calgary Reads
-Assisting mentor in lesson planning, teaching and evaluations

RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE:

Star Bound Dance Company 2007-Present
Recreational Director
-Instructing dance classes for students ages 2-17
-Planning and facilitating creative lesson plans while following dance syllabus
-Choreographing routines for competitions and recitals
-Mentoring junior teachers and assistants
Vivo for Healthier Generation Summer 2018
Performing Arts Camp Specialist
-Developing resources and lessons plans for dance, drama and music
-Supporting campers and families throughout the summer
-Supporting leaders with day to day roles
The Little Gym 2011-2015
Lead Class Instructor
-Teaching gymnastic and dance following a curriculum to children ages 2-6
-Supporting and mentoring junior staff

ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATIONS:
Alberta Child Care Worker Certification 2015
Standard First Aid and CPR 2019