LAURA FRIESEN
RR#4, Lacombe, Alberta T4L 2N4 | H: (403)782-5826 | C: (403)304-7477 | lrf@ualberta.ca
SUMMARY I am an undergraduate at Red Deer College enrolled in the University of Alberta's collaborative Middle Years Program with excellent communication skills. I'm organized and driven with the innate ability to stay on task. I'm learning to use effective and efficient methods of teaching while focusing on the individual needs of each student. I can effectively build relationships with numerous students and tailor teaching methods to suit their individual needs.
HIGHLIGHTS Two years as youth group leader at Lacombe Pentecostal Church Numerous years working with children ages 0-2 through Lacombe Pentecostal Church and babysitting Lesson planning knowledge in the BEd program
An active participant at Red Deer College Athletics with x-country running and indoor track Skilled in various work environments, such as, maintenance, food prep, cleaning, waitressing, childcare, and retail service
ACCOMPLISHMENTS Presenting Demonstrated strong communication skills through 4-H public speaking, class projects, leading Bible study. Developed and taught lesson plans in physical education, Language Arts and Social Studies Chaperoned the Lacombe Pentecostal youth, grades seven to twelve Friday nights from 2012 to present. Chaperoned the grade nine trip to EPCOR Center, Calgary to watch 'The Christmas Carol' with thirty-five students. Currently serving as captain of the X-Country running team in 2013-2014. Awarded the 'Most Improved Player' in X-Country Running in 2012-2013. Served in Honduras and China to help teach English as a second language.
EXPERIENCE 05/2013 to 08/2014
05/2012 to 08/2012
11/2011 to 05/2012
05/2008 to 08/2008
Food Prep, Maintenance, Cleaning Sunnyside Christian Retreat Center - Sylvan Lake, Alberta •Two summers in a row I worked in the kitchen doing food prep and dishes. The most recent summer I worked on maintenance and cleaning where I was in charge of low maintenance needs such as grounds keeping, building upkeep and janitorial tasks. • Anticipated tasks to be accomplished and worked alongside differing personalities Kids Programs and Maintenance Ellis Bird Farm - Blackfalds, Alberta • Conducted activities for school programs and small groups as well as performed low maintenance tasks •Experienced how to lead a group and work efficiently. Retail Customer Service Red Deer Running Room - Red Deer, Alberta • Helped customers select products that best fit their personal needs, and educated customers on product and service offerings. As well as maintained visually appealing and effective displays for the entire store. Waitress Ellis Bird Farm Teahouse - Blackfalds, Alberta •Worked as a waitress, serving and taking orders as well as helping prepare food for the day.