DDS

Deb D. Schmidt
deb.schmidt@gshare.balckgold.ca
Dedicated ~ Enthusiastic ~ experienced ~ Flexible ~
innovative
Passionate ~ understanding

Goal Statement
Inspire students to actively take part in their learning, encouraging
them to set goals and engage in hands on experiences. Incorporate
differentiated learning strategies to meet the needs of students with
different learning styles and provide a caring environment for growth
and learning in a world of literacy and inclusive education. Build
relationships with staff and students. Collaborate with colleagues
within a PLC community (Professional Learning Community).
Maintain enthusiasm, energy and passion in teaching, applying and
sharing my skills, background knowledge with best teaching
practices.

Education
Masters of Science in Education: Literacy
2013-2015
University of New England
Biddeford, Maine
Courses taken: Teacher as leader, Differentiation Theory &
Stretegies, Motivational Theory & Class Management,
Meeting Student Literacy Challenges, Supporting Literacy
Development for All Learners, Literacy Assessments as
Teaching Tools, Study Skills & Content Literacy Instruction,
Connecting Reading with Writing for Success, Action
Research Plan
Bachelor of Education
1988-1991
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB
Major: Elementary Generalist
Minor: Individual Differences and Learning Characteristics

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Faculty of Education
Concordia College
Edmonton, AB
First year in education

1987-1988

Teaching Experiences
Elementary Teacher
2010-present
Thorsby Elementary, Blackgold Regional #18
Music teacher
o Develop and implement lessons based on curriculum
standards
o Coordinate and put on a school wide Christmas
concerts, grades 1-6.
o Coordinated and showcased Celebration of the Arts
Lead Support Teacher
o Support teachers managing student behavioral issues
o Support teachers in developing and carrying out student
IEP goals
o Support students in an inclusive environment
o Encourage colleagues in understanding and using
differentiated classroom strategies
o Support teachers with RTI (Response to intervention)
Art & Health Teacher
o Incorporate best practices in delivering the curriculum
standards

Grade 4/5 Teacher

2008-2010
o Plan and modify lessons according to the curriculum

Kindergarten Resource Teacher

2007-2008
o Worked with small groups providing support for students
demonstrating low academic skills
o Focused on early intervention literacy activities
Substitute
2002-2007
o Strategically carried out various lesson plans from grades
ESC-6
o Maintained classroom behaviour management
o Developed quick positive relationships with students

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Grade 1 Teacher
1992-2001
Bluffton Elementary
Bluffton, AB
o Attended a summer institution on student assessment, it
included workshops on portfolios and a reading diagnostic
program
o In-services on effective teaching, cooperative learning,
student-led conferencing, McCracken literacy program
o Coached Junior High Volleyball
o Designed grade one report card
o Assisted with organizing special events
Teacher Assistant II
1991-1992
Neil M. Ross School, St. Albert
o Involved with the Early Reading Intervention Program
o Worked with physically disabled student in grade six
o Participated in individualizing student programs

Work Related Experience

Parks and Recreation Leader
1991
Edmonton, Alberta
o Organized peddle pushers program
o Assisted in a Treasure Island program and day camp
Volunteer Sunday School Teacher
St. Matthews Evangelical Church
o Prepare and taught lessons
o Coordinated and organized Christmas play

1991

Volunteered as a Study Buddy

North Edmonton Elementary
o a class
o reading

1991

Educational Gymnastics Instructor

1990-1991
Childrens Physical Activity and Study Program, University of A of A
o Assisted in planning program lessons
o Responsible for facility set up and closure
o Taught gymnastic skills and concepts to children aged 4 to 12
years

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Childrens Movement Program Instructor
1990-1991
Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation, U of A

Areas of Expertise
o Continued pursuit for best practices and knowledge to
become more skilled as a lead support teacher
o Work collaboratively with teachers, administration and
education assistants
o Support teachers with differentiated classroom planning
o Support students struggling in reading and writing
o Maintain CUM cards and oversee student referrals needed
o Work in collaboration with SLPs (Speech Language
Pathologists)
o Member of the support team
o Trained in Precision reading and the Lindamood Program
o Class B testing certificate
o Health Champion committee member
o Obtained level 1 ORFF
o Knowledgeable in the field of technology and the impact it has
on classroom learning

Personal Information and Interests

Wife to an incredible giving, loving husband

Mother of two beautiful horse crazed daughters
Activities include; reading, spin class, boot camp, being with
family and friends, traveling, volleyball

References available upon request