236 Crawford Place

Cochrane, Alberta
KRISTEN YAGER T4C 2G8
(403) 660-5500
Kristen.yager@uleth.ca

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a position as a teacher that will utilize my education and skills in a way that enhances student learning.

EDUCATION

Ø University of Lethbridge, Kinesiology/Education September 2014-Present

Ø Superhero Training Course I (Physical Literacy) June 2017
Ø Certification for Gymnastics Foundations, Gymnastics Foundations Theory and January 2014
Artistic Gymnastics
Ø CPR May 2018
Ø Respect in Sport December 2012
Ø Sport Management December 2012

STUDENT TEACHING PRACTICUMS AND INTERNSHIP

Glenbow Elementary: Teaching Internship January 2019-Present

Ø Grade 2: Guided Reading, Words their Way, Physical Education, Computers, Cochrane, Alberta
Art, Social Studies, Science and Math
Ø Created a Professional Project on early literacy including reading programs,
guided reading, benchmark testing, reading levels and ideas on fostering
literacy in the classroom
Ø Participated in professional development days and staff meetings
Ø Created long range plans, unit plans and lesson plans

Vincent Massey: Student Teacher Spring 2018

Ø Junior High Physical Education Grades 7 to 9 Calgary, AB
Ø Developed unit plans and lesson plans
Ø Taught human sexuality, badminton, scooter games and a general games unit
Ø Ensured gymnasium was prepared for student learning each day

Nose Creek School: Student Teacher Fall 2016

Ø Grade 4: Social Studies, Alberta Unit, Novel Study on “Wonder” Calgary, AB
Ø Developed lesson plans for each class
Ø Attended weekly staff meetings

Westminster Elementary School: Student Teacher Spring 2016

Ø Kindergarten Lethbridge, AB
Ø Assisted with daily classroom tasks
Ø Taught some gym classes
Ø Worked one-on-one with students to help advance their skills
 WORK EXPERIENCE

The Study: Front Crew March 2018-Present

Ø Check in clients, cashier, assist with client questions Cochrane, Alberta
Ø Ensure general cleanliness of the space including cleaning the spin and barre
studios following classes

University of Calgary: Mini University Gymnastics Instructor Summer 2018

Ø Instructed children ages 5 to 14 Calgary, Alberta
Ø Designed and delivered courses on Gymnastics
§ Courses designed with consideration of the needs of different age groups
§ Created and lead warm up games, stretching, gymnastics skills stations
and cool down activities

University of Calgary: Mini University Cross Walk Supervisor Summer 2018

Ø Ensured traffic was flowing smoothly while allowing campers and parents to Calgary, Alberta
cross the street safely
Ø Ensured everyone was aware of and executing responsibilities during cross
walk

University of Calgary: Mini University Health and Wellness Instructor Summer 2017
Ø Instructed children ages 7 to 14 Calgary, Alberta
Ø Designed and delivered courses covering health and wellness
§ Courses designed with consideration of the needs of different age groups
§ Subject matter covered teamwork, physical health, food choices and mental
health
Ø Organized outdoor activities for Mini-Sport Olympics
Ø Lead Instructor for weekly bowling field trips

University of Calgary: Mini University Birthday Party Program Spring 2017

Ø Organized activities for lego and indoor game birthday parties Calgary, Alberta

University of Calgary: Mini University Summer Camp Leader Summer 2015-2016

Ø Worked with children of different ages Calgary, Alberta
Ø Worked with instructors to ensure campers participated in activities of the
various classes throughout the week
Ø Lead different games and activities
Ø Supervised and ensured the safety of all children under my care

Calgary Gymnastics Centre January 2013 - August 2014

Ø Coached children aged 6 and older Calgary, Alberta
Ø Certified to Coach levels 1 and 2
Ø Teaching the basic fundamentals of gymnastics

Shoppers Drug Mart, Royal Oak September 2013 – August 2014

Ø Cashier and Merchandiser Calgary, Alberta
 VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Ø Volunteered for Christmas giving for families who couldn’t afford to buy presents
Ø Participated in various fundraisers for breast Cancer (CIBC run for the cure, curling bonspiel and baseball game)
Ø Nose Creek School, Calgary: Supervised cross walk during school wide triathlon and volunteered in grade 4
classroom after practicum ended
Ø Volunteered at Fun Day and in the grade two class at St. Mary’s Elementary School, Edmonton

SKILLS

Ø Experience handling parental concerns with respect to their children

Ø Collaborate well with others and work well in team environment
Ø Highly organized
Ø Able to manage multiple assignments and tasks with minimal supervision
Ø Leadership skills through working with children

INTERESTS
Ø Gymnastics and Acrobatics
Ø Spin Class
Ø Running and Biking
Ø Working with kids and animals

REFERENCES
Available upon request