Justin Bolivar
812 – 161 West Georgia St.
Vancouver BC, V6B 0K9
(604) 339-7890
justin_bolivar@me.com

Objective:
Motivated educator with a teaching philosophy focused on diversity in the classroom, adapted learning, as well as the International Baccalaureate program.

Education:

• University of British Columbia, Vancouver BC – Bachelor of Secondary Education (September 2014 anticipated)
• University of Alberta, Edmonton AB – Bachelor of Arts in English and Economics (September 2009)

Certifications:

• British Columbia Teaching Certificate (September 2014 anticipated)
• Level 1 International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program Certificate (September 2014 anticipated)
• Apple Certified Trainer in: Mac OS X, iLife, iWork, Aperture, and Small Devices

Teaching Experience:

Student Teacher: Carson Graham Secondary School, North Vancouver, BC. February-April 2014

Professional Responsibilities

• Created lessons for English 10, 11, 12, Literature 12, and Social Studies 8.
• Developed a nine-week novel study unit for English 11, as well as a six-week media studies unit for English 12.
• Experience with the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program in English and Social Studies. Collaborated with the English department to create IB units for upcoming year.
• Used formative and summative assessment strategies that included created and MYP rubrics.
• Adapted instruction, assignments, and assessments for students with individualized education plans. Partnered with Special Education Assistants to ensure that students understood assignments and tasks, and that they had the necessary resources to work in the Learning Resource Centre.
• Led Parent-Teacher interview conferences, updated parents on their child’s progress in the class.
• Attended Professional Development conferences with school staff.
• Sought out and quickly implemented feedback from school advisors during lesson observations.

Interactions with Staff Members

• Networked and observed other teachers in the English and Socials department, as well as in other subjects in the school.
• Coordinated school activities with various teachers, such as the 24 Hour Fast and The Vow of Silence.
• Partnered with teachers in various departments to discuss teaching strategies, as well as learn more about the teaching profession.
• Collaborated with library staff to implement and maintain technology in the school.
• Worked with administration to solve student behaviour conflicts.

Extracurricular Activities

• Coached Ultimate Frisbee.
• Partook in IB unit planning and cross-curricular planning.
• Supervised school activities such as the 24 Hour Fast and a graduation dance.
• Worked with another Teacher Candidate to help host Free The Children’s Vow of Silence.

Trainer at Apple Inc, July 2009 to May 2013

• Educated customers how to use Apple products in one-on-one and group training sessions.
• Built strong relationships with customers so that they wanted to engage with their products and learn more about them.
• Mentored and coached co-workers to provide amazing experiences to our customers.
• Delivered feedback to co-workers and management to create an open dialogue and development between team members.

In-Store Guest Trainer at Apple Inc, May 2012 to May 2013 

• Responsible for organizing and facilitating company training events, such as product launches, on-boarding for new hires, and service training.
• Fostered a community of continuous learning and development in a busy environment.
• Partnered with the Market and Store Leader to evaluate training progress and results.
• Collaborated and shared training strategies with other trainers across Canada to ensure consistent training between stores.

Teaching Related Experience:

Student Teacher: Mulgrave School, West Vancouver, BC. May 2014

• Worked with the English department to learn about the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program.
• Assisted in the Middle School, working with students in English, Social Studies, Business, Debate, and Physical Education.

University of Alberta Centre for Student Development. June 2007-September 2009

• Curriculum development and implementation for the Students’ Union Orientation Program.

Skills and Interests:

• Running and Marathon training
• Travelling to new destinations
• Cooking exotic food items