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Alex M.

CAD $18/hr
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Experienced Tutor

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About

I've been tutoring 1 on 1 since 2018. I've taught subjects such as math, science, reading comprehension and social studies. I've even had experience teaching in various large groups (20-30 people) of students about history and biology. Lastly, I have actual classroom teaching in a high school environment as part of my degree with more coming in the next 4 months.

Location

Division No. 11, Alberta, Canada

Language

English

Timezone

America/Denver

Levels

Elementary
Middle School
High School

Education

University of Alberta

2018 - 2021
Bachelor of Education, Secondary Education
Transferred from MacEwan University to complete my degree. Coursework in a variety of different subjects as shown above.

MacEwan University

2017 - 2018
Bachelor of Education Transfer, Secondary Education
Started my degree here, then transferred to the University of Alberta.

NAIT

2014 - 2016
Digital Media and IT, Animation and VFX
Completed a Diploma in animation and VFX using a variety of programs such as the Adobe Suite, Maya, etc.

Work Experience

St. Albert Public Schools

November 2020 - December 2020
Student Teacher
+Taught at Paul Kane as part of first practicum. +Instruct through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in Social Studies. +Prepare objectives, lesson plans and materials for Social +Studies, following curriculum +guidelines or requirements of states and schools. +Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate. +Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests. +Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations. +Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of secondary school programs. +Build relationships with students to enhance the learning environment. +Assign and grade class work and homework.

John Janzen Nature Centre

April 2019 - March 2020
Natural and Human History Interpreter
+Run programs to teach students of all ages about the natural world and the history of Edmonton. +Create lesson plans for a variety of school topics such as what Biodiversity is. +Use games and activities to engage and teach students about science and history. +Lead day camps to engage students in a variety of different activities and lessons based on a theme. +Build relationships with students to allow for a fun and educational environment. +Work with junior volunteers to teach leadership skills. +Laid off in March 2020 due to Covid-19.

Teacher's Pet

September 2018 - present
Junior Tutor
Teach students of varying ages in subjects like Math, English, Literacy, Science, etc. Design lessons to improve students understanding of academic topics. Prepare materials for tutoring session. Adapt teaching methods to meet students' varying needs, abilities, and interests. Observe and evaluate students' work to determine progress and make suggestions for improvement.