SAMANTHA

LERIGER DE LA PLANTE
PROFILE TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Growing up in Bragg Creek, I spent most Math, Science Teacher at École Okotoks Junior High School
of my childhood outdoors and have September 2017 – June 2019
always valued opportunities to learn from
the natural world. Biology Teacher at FSD Summer School
June 2017, June 2018
My grade 3 teacher read us The Hobbit
outside in the forest skirting our school. A Grade 6 Generalist Teacher at Dr. Morris Gibson
real highlight of my life was playing Spring 2017
Gandalf when we performed it as a play
later that year. Math, Science Teacher at Foothills Composite High School
Fall 2016
In addition to a series of great teachers,
my passions were fostered by my parents:
a geophysicist and a histologist. Rocks and
EDUCATION
cells. Now that I teach about both, I have Bachelor of Education from University of Lethbridge, 2016
an even greater appreciation for the life Major in Science Education, Minor in CTS Education
and energy contained in each.
Bachelor of Science from McGill University, 2013
Living in big city Montreal provided me Major in Anatomy & Cell Biology, Minor in Anthropology & Archaeology
with new opportunities to connect with
culture and community. My sense of
social justice expanded as I listened to
LEADERSHIP & TEAM EXPERIENCE
others speak. The kindness shown to me Local Diversity, Equity, and Human Rights Committee Chair
then is something I aim to pay forward to September 2018 – Present
others.
Local Teacher Welfare Committee Vice President
Teaching in Foothills School Division has January 2019 – Present
been a time of immense growth for me. I
have improved my practice and Regional GSA Network Coordinator
strengthened my convictions. When September 2018 – Present
starting my teaching journey at the
University of Lethbridge I saw what was Coach
possible. Now I see how it is possible. I am Fastpitch 2010, Tripleball 2017-18, Sprinting 2017-18
eager to learn more.
Players’ Theatre Finance Director
CONTACT 2011-2013
PHONE:
403 619 7265 REFERENCES – CONTACT INFO AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
Leah Kingston, Former EOJHS Principal, Turner Valley School Principal
WEBSITE:
Bill Holmes, Former EOJHS Vice Principal, Spitzee School Principal
http:/sdelaplanteportfolio.weebly.com/
Wade Westworth, Foothills Local President
EMAIL:
samanthaleriger@gmail.com
 WHILE AT EOJHS, I…
 acted as teacher sponsor of our GSA.
 organized our first GSA Network Pride Party at EOJHS.
 coached triple ball for Grade 7 girls, sprinting and
relay for all grades.
 supported my colleague by acting as assistant
coach at cheer competitions.
 ran weekly math tutorials throughout the year in
order to support student learning.
 represented teachers on EOJHS School Council.
 acted as liaison between staff and Foothills Local
ATA in my role as a School Rep.
 ran the concession tent during Track & Field.
 attended CMASTE Conference on Indigenous
Science Education and then shared my learning with
staff during school learning day.

MY PROFESSIONAL GROWTH GOALS INCLUDE…

 increasing student engagement in my classroom through
the development of activities and assignments that foster
problem-solving skills, enduring understandings, and build
the confidence students need to communicate and apply
what they have learned to new contexts.

 improving the efficacy of my differentiation,

accommodations, and interventions to best support each
student’s learning.

 strengthening relationships with EOJHS community members

through regular and authentic communication with students
and parents, and through my role as teacher representative
to School Council.

 embedding indigenous ways of knowing in authentic and

meaningful ways in my classroom. To collaborate with my
colleagues to create frameworks, activities, and assessments
that incorporate understandings and appreciations for these
traditional teachings according to the new Teaching Quality
Standard.

 contributing to the safe and inclusive environment of EOJHS

in my role as a teacher and through my work with class
circles, our GSA, and as a coach.

 promoting mental health education and supports in my role

as a teacher, GSA sponsor, and Diversity, Equity, and Human
Rights Chair of the Foothills Local.