Laramie Hlus

Box 285 Innisfree, Alberta T0B 2G0 (C) 780-581-1073 email: laramie.hlus@gmail.com

Objective
Diligent and enthusiastic graduate of the University of Alberta. Completed a four-year
Bachelor of Education degree this June, majoring in Biology and minoring in Mathematics.
Hoping to obtain a teaching or mentoring position that utilizes my passion for science, math,
and helping students. Committed to providing a positive experience for students by
implementing various teaching methods and coordinating with other teachers.

Education
Bachelor of Secondary Education
June 2016
University of Alberta - Edmonton, AB
University Transfer Program
April 2014
Lakeland College - Lloydminster, AB

Teaching Experience
Substitute Teacher with Elk Island Public Schools
November 2016 to Present
Elk Island Public Schools Regional Division No.14 Sherwood Park, AB
Taught in Lamont High School, leading classes of P.E. 10, Home Ec., Math 10, Math 20-1, and
Math 30-1
Interacted with several staff within the school and built professional relationships with their
math teachers
Substitute Teacher with Buffalo Trail Public Schools
September 2016 to Present
Buffalo Trail Public Schools Regional Division No. 28 Wainwright, AB
Taught in schools across the division such as Innisfree Delnorte, Mannville, J.R. Robson,
Dewberry, Irma, Wainwright, Hughendon, and Creighton Colony
Led classes such as Biology 20/30, Mathematics 7-10, 20/30, Science 7-24, Physics 20,
Chemistry 20, Social 9, L.A. Enrichment, Leadership, and Physical Education for all grades.
Taught several math classes using Video Conferencing with another school in the division
Interacted with different staff and students, and learned the working dynamics of several
schools
Examined different student issues and dealt with them, with respect to each schools
protocols
Participated in many different school activities that show the unique spirit and attitude of
each school
APT Student Teacher
Oct 2015 to Dec 2015
J.R. Robson School - Vermilion, AB
Facilitated Biology 20, Chemistry 20, and Math 20-3 classes using student-centered lessons
Discussed students' learning and behavior in class with parents during parent-teacher
conferences

Tutored students before, during, and after school

Prepared lessons for each class, for ten weeks based on the Alberta Program of Studies
Used differentiated instruction and both formative and summative assessments to evaluate
student work.
Recorded audio versions of assessments to accommodate for different student abilities
Utilized student-centered learning techniques, including demos, quiz games, and many
science labs
Participated in school and personal growth by attending Professional
Development days Held a leadership role in planning the school's Talent Show
IPT Student Teacher
Mar 2015 to Apr 2015
Hillcrest Junior High School - Edmonton , AB
Facilitated learning of Science 8 and 9 classrooms using a variety of teaching strategies
Assessed student learning formally and informally using a variety of strategies and grading
rubrics
Implemented student activities and projects using collaborative and individual
learning approaches Created lesson plans for five weeks based on the Alberta
Program of Studies Maintained classroom management by using bell work,
agendas, and teacher-chosen partners Participated in Professional Development
days

Teaching-Related Experience
Study Buddy Program
September 2014
Victoria School of the Arts - Edmonton, AB
Mentored and tutored a class of 18 Math-20 students who required special academic support
Assisted the teacher with lessons and helped the students improve the
methods they used Led one lesson independently, on dividing radicals
30 Hour Observation Practicum
October 2012
Lloydminster Comprehensive High School - Lloydminster, AB
Examined different teaching practices within several subject areas and grades
Received valuable insights about teaching, assessment, classroom management and lesson
planning

Volunteer Experience
Big Brothers Big Sisters
March 2014
Winston Churchill School - Lloydminster, AB
Mentored a young girl in Grade 4 once a week for 10 weeks
Arranged for homework to be sent and helped to motivate and keep her focused
Set up games and activities to play to help with school lessons
Maintained a healthy relationship where communication was open
Lloydminster CanSkate Program - Lloydminster, AB
February 2013
Led small group skating lessons and encouraged kids to learn and participate
Participated in tying skates and leading warm up stretches
Organized holiday themed activities

Challenge Day Facilitator

October 2012
Lloydminster Comprehensive High School - Lloydminster, AB
Led small group discussions and acted as a mediator for students concerns
Reviewed and proposed strategies to the school's administration from the students to help
mitigate bullying

Interests
Interested in organizing after school science sessions to provide students with additional
help
Interested in participating in drug abuse resistance programs and other health awareness
programs
Interested in coaching sports teams and extracurricular activities

References
Jesse Atkinson, J.R. Robson School, Vermilion, AB
780-853- 4177
Anita Dubetz, Hillcrest Junior High School, Edmonton, AB
780-489-2516
Nicole Polishuk, J.R. Robson School, Vermilion, AB
780-853-4177
Allison Moroz, Innisfree Delnorte School, Innisfree, AB
780-592-3963