C O N A L L R

PHONE: 403 969 4613

M I N T E

E-MAIL: cmminter@ucalgary.ca

Key Strengths: ___

Teaching: Professionally taught drama workshops for 3 years, completed two
immersive practicums in high school biology and junior high science and math Teamwork: Developed strong teamwork skills through spontaneous improvised theatre where individuals depend on one another to carry out an unscripted performance Flexibility: Demonstrated by working and volunteering in fast paced, unpredictable environments that require strong problem solving abilities adaptability Approachability: Conveyed through a warm, open persona that elicits a trusting response and builds strong rapport with students

Academic Profile: _____________

Bachelor of Education, Master of Teaching 2012 University of Calgary, Alberta Specializing in Secondary Biology Special Project currently coauthoring a paper on critical reflection, thoughtfulness and how it supports professional preparation Bachelor of Science, Biological Science 2005 - 2009 University of Calgary, Alberta Key courses include: CMMB General Chemistry Developmental Biology Organic Chemistry Ecology and Evolution Biochemistry Genetics Physics Special Projects include two group study programs abroad: o Participated in Howler Monkey research in Placencia, Belize through the Anthropology department o Participated in Irish history, myth, and culture in Ireland through the Irish Studies program

Practicum Experience: ________

Junior High Science and Math Fall 2011 Tom Baines School - Calgary, Alberta

Taught Science 8 and 9, and Math 8 in a fully immersive practicum, taking on the full teaching load of a regular teacher for six weeks Used technology in class such as: SMART boards, Easy grade pro, moodle, d2l, power point, blogging, and youtube to enhance learning Assisted outside of school hours to supervise school dances, volunteered to facilitate the Riverwatch fieldtrip Helped run Eco-league: a weekly club focused on environmental issues and raising ecological awareness throughout the community Established strong rapport with students as well as staff Secondary Biology/Foods Fall 2010 - Winter 2011 Rundle Academy College High School - Calgary, Alberta Taught Biology 20 and 30 in a school that caters to students with diagnosed learning disabilities that required a high level of organization and differentiation to accommodate individual learning needs Introduced abstract concepts in diverse ways that were entertaining and comprehensive Taught a foods option class which empowered students in the kitchen environment, teaching them kitchen skills and recipes to cook full meals. Created unit and lesson plans that differentiated teaching to accommodate the numerous learning disabilities and IPPs in the classroom Established strong rapport with students and staff

Related Experience: ________

High School Drama Workshop Instructor 2006 to Present Bishop Carroll High School, Calgary, Alberta Taught Improv workshops to students in grades 10 to 12 where they learned the art of producing spontaneous, unscripted comedy Developed engaging, fun, interactive 3 hour lesson plans Encouraged students to feel confident in front of others and to trust in themselves and their fellow improvisers, while thinking on their feet Established positive, professional relationships with students and staff Performer 2009 to Present The Improv Guild, Calgary, Alberta Emphasis placed on relying on other team-mates and working together to produce unscripted, spontaneous performances Requires flexibility, spontaneity, creativity and quick thinking on an individual and team based level Created and developed new scene formats for performances Promoted creativity and spontaneity, a transferrable skill in the classroom setting

Other Experience: ___

Joey Restaurant Group - Server 2008 - Present

 Strong interpersonal and communication skills required in a fast-paced

environment Emphasis on team work

Professional Development: ___

Skype a Researcher Workshop: Professional Development Seminar (2011) Education Students Association Member: University of Calgary, Alberta (2011) Standard First Aid and CPR C: Life Saving Society, Calgary, Alberta (2009) Class Historian: Bishop Carroll High School, Calgary, Alberta (2005) National Lifeguard Service: Life Saving Society, Calgary, Alberta (2004)

Interests: _____________
snowshoeing, hiking, camping, and weight training.

Travel, photography, reading and drawing Living an active lifestyle: dirtbiking, snowboarding, cross-country skiing,