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TESSA HIGNEY
\n1009-228 E 7TH<\/sup> AVE, VANCOUVER BC<\/p>\n

902 220 8101 \u2013 tessa.higney@gmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Objective<\/u><\/h1>\n

My career objective as a new teacher entering the work force is to obtain an elementary school teaching position which will allow me to further develop my teaching philosophy and work collaboratively with other teachers. I wish to have the opportunity to work abroad to gain valuable insights and experiences from other cultures, and to incorporate these new discoveries into my teaching practice.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Summary of Competencies<\/u><\/h1>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n
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  • \u00a0Deeply motivated<\/strong> to inspire elementary and middle years students to find joy in learning and develop a humble, globally minded perspective of the world<\/li>\n
  • Actively engaging<\/strong> students in self-reflective practices and fostering an all-inclusive, safe and fun classroom community<\/li>\n
  • Resourceful, innovative<\/strong> and ethically minded<\/strong>, with the goal of fostering a respectful and conscientious\u00a0 student population<\/li>\n
  • Comfortable <\/strong>and eager to teach in the arts, health, outdoor and physical education subject areas<\/li>\n
  • An aptitude for developing multi-modal lessons and exploring content through an artistic lens<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    EDUCATION<\/u><\/h1>\n

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    UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA<\/p>\n

    Vancouver, BC
    \nSept. 2015 – Present<\/td>\n

    		BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (ELEMENTARY)<\/p>\n

    Specialization in Montessori Education (AMS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

    DALHOUSIE UNIVERISTY<\/p>\n

    Halifax, NS<\/p>\n

    2009 – 2013<\/td>\n

    		BACHELOR OF ARTS (THEATRE)<\/p>\n

    Received honors degree in Costume Design Program<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

    PARKVIEW EDUCATION CENTRE<\/p>\n

    Bridgewater, NS<\/p>\n

    2005 – 2008<\/td>\n

    		HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA<\/p>\n

    French Immersion Certificate<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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    Teaching experience<\/u><\/h1>\n

     <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

    LORD TWEEDSMUIR ELEMENTARY<\/p>\n

    New Westminster, BC
    \nSept. 2015 – Present<\/p>\n

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    		GRADE 4\/5 MONTESSORI CLASSROOM<\/strong><\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Completed 2 week practicum, focused on student led research project on subject of habitats<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Executed lessons focusing on food chains, human impacts and the various attributes of different habitats<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Leading class in gymnastics unit for their physical education component<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Supporting students in individual math lessons and managing self-paced mathematics material<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Collaborating with colleague in writers workshop lessons with grade 5\/6 students<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Collaborated with colleague in community development time with grades 3\/5\/6<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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    Relevant Work Experience<\/u><\/h1>\n

     <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

    <\/td>\nARBUTUS CLUB<\/p>\n

    Vancouver, BC<\/p>\n

    Sept. 2015 – Present<\/td>\n

    		GYMNASTICS INSTRUCTOR<\/strong><\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Develop and implement effective lesson plans to accommodate athletes of many\u00a0 different\u00a0 skill levels including those with learning differences<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Collaborate with other coaches to provide the best possible service to all participants<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Communicate with parents or guardians concerning the progress of their child to ensure a high quality experience for all parties<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Evaluate athletes development through National CanGym guidelines<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

    <\/td>\nCITY OF WHITEHORSE<\/p>\n

    Whitehorse, YT<\/p>\n

    May 2015 \u2013 Sept. 2015<\/td>\n

    		SUMMER DAY CAMP COORDINATOR<\/strong><\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Facilitated training period for camp counsellors so as to foster a cooperative, motivated and hard-working staff<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Oversaw camp activities for 4 summer camp groups (80 children per week ages 4-12 year) in collaboration with Recreational Program Coordinator and Leadhand<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Planned and coordinated all out of facility outings for all camps and completed risk assessments for each, ensuring safe and incident free field trips<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

    HALIFAX REGIONAL SCHOOL BOARD<\/p>\n

    Halifax, NS<\/p>\n

    Sept. 2014 \u2013 Apr. 2015<\/td>\n

    		ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR \u2013 EXCEL PROGRAM<\/strong><\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Supervised children ages 4 \u2013 11 in a variety of settings (gymnasium, classroom, outdoor playground, library) to ensure safety and well being<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Designed and implemented recreational programs to encourage physical literacy and personal growth in students<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Collaborated with colleagues to design weekly and monthly themes for after school programming<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Promoted to supervisor on occasions when supervisor was absent<\/td>\n

    		<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    POLARETTES GYMNASTICS CLUB<\/p>\n

    Whitehorse, YT<\/p>\n

    May 2013 \u2013 June 2014<\/td>\n

    		RECREATIONAL PROGRAM COORDINATOR\/ ADMINISTRATOR<\/strong><\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Executed general administrative duties in a timely and professional fashion (answering phone calls, responding to emails, communicating with parents)<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Managed a coaching staff of 6, provided training and professional development seminars for coaches<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Directed instruction for gymnastics classes for a variety of different groups including high school students, French elementary students, Montessori students, special needs students and advanced gymnastics groups<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Spearheaded the first trampoline and tumbling program in the Yukon<\/td>\n

    		<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    POLARETTES GYMNASTICS CLUB<\/p>\n

    Whitehorse, YT<\/p>\n

    May 2013 \u2013 June 2014<\/td>\n

    		SUMMER DAY CAMP COORDINATOR<\/strong><\/p>\n

    \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0 Organized weekly camp themes, activities and outings for 35-40 children (ages 5-11 years) and 8-10 children (ages 3-4 years)<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Managed all participant registration (online ITSportnet and in person) to ensure appropriate staff to participant ratio<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Supervised all supporting staff members and completed time sheets and pay cheques<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Collaborated with head coach to ensure effective use of gymnasium and smooth operation of all activities in the facility<\/p>\n

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    Volunteer Experience<\/u><\/h1>\n

     <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

    <\/td>\nBIG BROTHER BIG SISTERS YUKON<\/p>\n

    Whitehorse, YT
    \nJan. 2014 \u2013 June 2014<\/p>\n

     <\/td>\n

    		GO GIRLS PROGRAM FACILITATOR<\/strong><\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Facilitated weekly meetings for female youth between ages 9 \u2013 14 years<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 \u00a0Promoted the development of health body image through discussion around social media, societal expectations and peer pressure<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Acted as a mentor for 2 supporting staff members involved with the project<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Educated youth on healthy eating habits and the importance of physical activity<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

    <\/td>\nGIRL GUIDES OF CANADA<\/p>\n

    Whitehorse, YT
    \nJan. 2014 \u2013 June 2014<\/p>\n

     <\/td>\n

    		SPARKS LEADER<\/strong><\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Guided a group of 8 girls ages 5 \u2013 6 years in a variety of activities to promote self-discovery and the development of independence<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Collaborated with fellow leaders to develop weekly meeting plans and informed parents of the schedule<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Managed various field trips around Whitehorse to ensure the safety and well-being of all participants<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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    Research<\/u><\/h1>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

    UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA<\/p>\n

    Vancouver, BC<\/p>\n

    Sept. 2015 – Present<\/td>\n

    		TECHNOLOGY IN EDUCATION INQUIRY <\/strong><\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Exploration of the many benefits and downfalls technology poses in a modern classroom setting<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Evaluating studies that suggest electromagnetic frequencies are detrimental to the development of children\u2019s physiological and cognitive systems<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Comparing and contrasting a wide range of information many consider to be controversial in nature, developing well rounded opinions on current issues that connect directly\u00a0 to classroom practice<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

    DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY<\/p>\n

    Halifax, NS<\/p>\n

    2014<\/td>\n

    		HONOURS DISSERTATION<\/strong><\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Extensively researched the benefits of the second hand clothing industry in relation to pursuing a sustainable fashion industry<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Compared and contrasted companies who claim to support sustainable practices<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Defined and extrapolated the definition of \u2018sustainable\u2019 in terms of the fashion industry<\/p>\n

    \u00b7 Submitted 25 page written dissertation and presented findings in multi-modal format to class and guests at graduation ceremony<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n
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    Research Interests<\/u><\/h1>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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    • Benefits of outdoor, experiential learning comparison to traditional classroom setting<\/li>\n
    • How to introduce responsible use of technology in educational settings<\/li>\n
    • How can technology assist in language acquisition<\/li>\n
    • The influence of economics on the evolution of curricular content<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      Awards and Distinctions<\/u><\/h1>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

      UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA<\/p>\n

      Vancouver, BC<\/p>\n

      January 2016<\/td>\n

      		RECIPIENT OF EMILY LONGWORTH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP<\/strong><\/p>\n

      \u00b7 Received funding to implement a theatre arts unit with grade 4\/5 class during practicum<\/p>\n

      \u00b7 Focus of theatre arts unit is exposing students to drama and storytelling techniques as a form of expression and the connections between theatre arts and various cultures throughout the world<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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      References<\/u><\/h1>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

      Anjum Khan<\/p>\n

      UBC Adjunct Teaching Professor
      \nVancouver, BC<\/p>\n

       <\/td>\n

      		(email) anjum.khan@ubc.ca<\/a><\/p>\n

      (ph) 604 700 7876<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

      Catherine O\u2019Donovan<\/p>\n

      Polarettes Gymnastics Head Coach
      \nWhitehorse, YT<\/p>\n

       <\/td>\n

      		(email) Mrs.catherine.odonovan@gmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n

      (ph) 867 333 0167<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

      Mona Atkins<\/p>\n

      EXCEL Program Coordinator
      \nHalifax, NS<\/p>\n

       <\/td>\n

      		(email)<\/p>\n

      (ph) 902 789 4046<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

      <\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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