Christopher le Vann

#2 38261 RR 261, Red Deer, A.B, T4E1A4 | 403 396 9309 | levann@ualberta.ca

Objective
To obtain a teaching position in an interactive environment, to gain experience, utilize my strong leadership and
communication skills, and enhance my professional competencies; where individualized supports, student
collaboration and engagement are highly valued.

Education
Bachelor of Education Degree
Red Deer College/University of Alberta Middle Years Collaborative Program, Red Deer

2017

Theatre Performance and Creation Diploma

Red Deer College, Red Deer

2012

Bachelor of Management Degree w/ Distinction

Athabasca University, Athabasca

2010

Business Administration Diploma in Marketing

Red Deer College, Red Deer

2008

Teaching Competencies

Curriculum integration, project based and service learning, middle years specialization, Kagan
cooperative learning strategies, inclusive education, classroom management.
Collaborative, creative, innovative, interpersonal, team oriented, accountable, communicator,
leadership, professional.
Strong work ethic, strang critical thinking and problem solving skills, life long learner, strong
organizational skills.
Google Drive and Sites, Prezi, Webs, SMART technologies, Twitter, Blogger, Screencast, Symbaloo,
Glogster.

Teaching Experience
Student Teacher/AFX practicum
Maddie McCullough Elementary School

Teaching grade 5 students in all Alberta curriculum subjects

Will be responsible for student diagnostic testing/benchmarking in literacy and numeracy
Extended practicum (September to April)

Part-time Instructor/Supervisor
Film Gaming & Animation
Red Deer College

2017

Direct supervision and extended care for students in film, gaming and animation
Daily activities and program development to engage youth
Safety and emergency protocols for crisis management

2016

Student Teacher/IFX Practicum

Central Middle School

Responsible for teaching Science, Anglais, Drama, Phys Ed, Rec Ed (Grade 6,7,8)
Basketball team coach
Volunteer for extended activities including lunch supervision and school dance

Student Facilitator
Social Action Theatre
Red Deer Public Schools

2 015

2014

Facilitate interactive discussion on character education and life issues

Actor/writer
Supervision of students

Employment Experience
Supervisor/Server
Moxies Restaurant, Red Deer

2007 - Present

Employee management, administration, and operations

Performance reviews, hiring, training, employee and guest conflict resolution
Opening and closing, cash management, database entry
Responsible for sales projections, scheduling, budgets and tracking
Standard Quality Leader, training new employees to corporate standards

Professional Learning
Zones of Regulation
Zones of regulation are an effective way to develop common terms to assess student behaviour and
prevent classroom management issues.
Building Resiliency
Promotes strategies to instill resiliency in youth. I have also gained an understanding of inclusive
education and how it impacts students.
Syrian Refugees
During my practicum, we worked on becoming sensitive to culturally diverse school systems for new
students: inclusive education and differentiated instruction.
Mental Health Common Language
Common language regarding mental health assists in identifying potential warning signs for help
seeking behaviour. Strategies for demonstrating empathy and active listening.
International Teaching
Long term contracting, requirements and travel conditions when teaching abroad.
Mental Health Awareness
Types of mental illness and how to provide support for your students.
Project Based Learning
The considerations and effectiveness of Project Based Learning. Essential elements of PBL including its
strengths and limitations.

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Community Involvement
Guest Teacher/ Track Meet Coordinator
Pleasant Valley Hutterite Colony, Clive

2015/16

Guest Teacher (Math and Science Conference)

Central Middle School & West Park Middle School

2016

Student Ambassador
Red Deer College, Red Deer

2016

Youth Supervisor
Habitat for Humanity

2016

Public Service
City of Red Deer/ Mayors Garden Party

2014

References
Krista Schultz (B.Ed., M.Sc., RPSYCH)
Education Coordinator/Instructor
University of Alberta
403 342 3356 (office)
403 350 7774 (cell)
kjschult@ualberta.ca
Karen Loerke (BA/BPHE, BEd, MEd, PhD)
Instructor
University of Alberta
780 974 3142
kloerke@ualberta.ca
Joyce Howdle
Visual & Performing Arts Coordinator
Red Deer College
403 342 3526
joyce.howdle@rdc.ab.ca
Drew Alred
Teacher
Central Middle School
403 396 4713
drew.alred@rdpsd.ab.ca

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