1099 Route 620 Hwy
Estey’s Bridge, New Brunswick
E3G 6M5
E-mail: hbgkq@stu.ca
Telephone: (506) 457-0095
ALEXANDRA
SORENSEN
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER
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Graduate of the St. Thomas Bachelor of Education Program 2011
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Completed two seven-week internships in grades 2 and 3 at Barker’s Point and Garden Creek Elementary School,
respectively.
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Passion for quality education and student/school success. Skills and knowledge areas include:
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Guided Reading
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Writer’s Workshop
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Student Engagement
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English Second Language
Learner Preparation
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Formal & Informal Learner Assessment
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Technology Integration
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Classroom Management & Discipline
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Guided Learning
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Ability to Follow Lesson Plans
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Inquiry Based Science Approach
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The Daily 5
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Literature Circles
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Student Motivation
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Creative Lesson Planning
Teaching Experience
Student Intern (Grade 3), Garden Creek Elementary School, District 18, September – December 2011
This 7-week practicum took place in 3rd Grade classroom consisting of 16 highly differentiated students. My
internship responsibilities included instructing grade 3 New Brunswick Curriculum, designing and developing
differentiated lessons to meet the academic, intellectual and social needs of all students. Teacher areas included:
Math, Science, Social Studies, Integrated Studies, and Literacy, which included Writer’s Workshop and the Daily 5
Student Intern (Grade 2), Barker’s Point Elementary School, District 18, March – May 2011
I am just beginning this 7-week practicum
Education & Credentials
Bachelor of Education, Elementary, St. Thomas University, Fredericton, NB; 2011
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Currently enrolled with cumulative GPA of 4.0
Bachelor of Arts in English, Minor in History and Psychology, St. Thomas University, Fredericton, NB; 2006 – 2010
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Graduate with distinction from St. Thomas University 2010
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Cumulative GPA of 3.8
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Recipient of the following awards for the 2007-2009 academic years:
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Bishop Bray Scholarship
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St. Thomas Scholar Award
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Outstanding Scholar Award
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Recipient of Millennium Bursary for the 2009-10 academic year
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Added to the Dean’s list for the 2006-2009 academic years
Career Development
Project WET Canada Workshop – Water Education Program for Educators, Fredericton, NB; January, 2011
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Links Project WET activities that are put on by the Tantramar Wetlands Centre with the Atlantic Curriculum
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Promotes wetland conservation through experiential education programs
District 18 Enrichment Pilot-- Enriching Visual Literacies: Imagine a Day, Fredericton, NB; November, 2010
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An enrichment project put on by Karen Stuart that involves a class co-constructing a high quality picture book which
reflects a particular artistic style, by giving students the opportunity to write and illustrate a high quality picture book
which reflects their personal interests. The authors were celebrated with a book launch
Professional Learning Community Workshop, Fredericton, NB; October, 2010
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Participation involved learning about PLC’s
Technology Standards Certificate, St. Thomas University, Fredericton, NB; October 2010
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Met technology outcomes through work in St. Thomas University EDUC 5903 course. Outcomes include; technology
operations and concepts, planning and design of learning environments and experiences, productivity and
professional practice, as well as social, ethical, legal, and human issues
Volunteer Experience and Hobbies
Garden Creek School Christmas Bazaar, December, 2010
 Ran the Santa’s Workshop room where students could pick out donated gifts to give to their parents as a Christmas
gift
Member of the Best Buddies Program, St. Thomas Chapter; 2006 to present
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Assist individuals with intellectual disabilities in becoming part of mainstream society.
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2007 - 2008 - Executive member - Friendship coordinator
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2009 - 2010 - Executive member - Treasurer and Secretary
Boys and Girls Club Volunteer; September to June 2010
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Girl Power - bi-weekly program which instills empowerment and self-esteem in girls ages 9-12
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Breakfast Program - weekly volunteer assisting in making and serving breakfast to children who might not otherwise
receive it at home
Weekly volunteer at Royal Road Elementary School; September to April 2007
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Assist in the classroom and work one on one with students from Kindergarten to grade 2.
Member of the Leo Hayes Peer Mentoring program; 2004 to 2006
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Drug/Alcohol Awareness with Susan Topple
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Personality Dimensions with Joe Brennan
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Assets Training with Mitch Claybourne
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Suicide/Bullying Training with Marilyn Noble
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Communications Skills Training with Patrick Campbell
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Peer Mediation Training with Doug Richardson
Other Work Experience
York Manor Nursing Home; June 2006 to Present
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Maid, duties include serving residents meals, kitchen labor and maintenance.
St. Thomas University Research Assistant; January to April 2009
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duties include conducting literacy tests on Elementary students and miscellaneous paperwork
City of Fredericton Day Camp Leader; June to August 2008 and 2009
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duties include organizing games and activities, as well as responsibility and wellbeing of children
St. Thomas University Student Assistant; June 2006 to August 2006
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duties include filing, secretarial/office work and providing miscellaneous help.
References
Jacqueline Fortner
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Teacher, Garden Creek Elementary School – Jacqueline.fortner@nbed.nb.ca
Kathryn Baird
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City of Fredericton Recreation Officer - 460-2235
Angie Murray
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Teacher, Royal Road Elementary School - 450-2152- Angela.murray@nbed.nb.ca
ALEXANDRA
SORENSEN
1099 Route 620 Hwy
Estey’s Bridge, New Brunswick
E3G 6M5
E-mail: hbgkq@stu.ca
Telephone: (506) 457-0095