Tara Graham

Education
Brandon University Brandon Manitoba - September, 2013: Presently enrolled in the Bachelor of Education After Degree Program. University Of Manitoba Winnipeg, Manitoba - I graduated from the University of Manitoba with an Arts degree in May, 2013, as a French Major and Geography Minor. My overall GPA was 3.62. Lyce Victor Hugo Chteau Gontier, France - I completed a student exchange in France sponsored by the Rotary Clubs International. I spent the school year in the premiere litteraire class, learning the French language through immersion. I thoroughly enjoyed ten months living in host families experiencing the life of a French student, and learning all about another culture.

Skills
Strong interpersonal skills developed thanks to extensive exposure to the public. Effective communication skills in both written and verbal interactions, as well as comfort and ease with public speaking. Goal driven, and strong leadership skills obtained through the 4H program Strong team player who believes in fairness and determination

Work Experience
MPS 04 Bilingual Visitors Service Attendant Employer: Parks Canada, Wasagaming, Manitoba Time Frame: May September 2012, MaySeptember 2013 Duties: Check campers in and out of there reserved sites Make changes or alterations according to the Parks Reservation System Accept payments and assign sites to campers without reservations

Inform visitors of park rules and regulations to ensure their safety and a positive experience in the National Park. Answer questions regarding the park over the phone or in person Deal with visitors difficulties or problems within the campground Perform general campsite maintenance

In-Store Assistant Employer: Carberry Signs LTD; Betty Buurma and Terri Wright Time Frame: Summer 2010 to present (ongoing casual seasonal work). Duties: Weed vinyl for sign building Put together signs Prepare for, and Etch Glass Prepare for Sandblasting Field phone calls Deal with customer requests

Deli Clerk Employer: Safeway Store #714, Winnipeg, Manitoba Time Frame: October 2012 April 2013 ; November 2011 April 2012 Duties: Cash through small orders of customers groceries; possess knowledge of till & methods of payment Cut deli meat according to customers demands Cook goods for the day, maintain freshness of hot goods Make deli trays (Cheese, Pickles, Meat, Dips, etc.) for special events Clean Up and perform closing duties

Waitress & Refreshment Cart Operator Employer: Sandhills Golf and Country Club, Carberry Manitoba; Chris Anderson Time Frame: Summers, 2010 and 2011 Duties: Wait tables Cook and serve food and beverages Customer Service Till Operation Operate the refreshment cart and perform sales on the course Maintain general cleanliness of restaurant, kitchen, and wash rooms Perform cash-out, prepare deposit, and perform closing duties

Volunteer Experience
Can Skate (Winter, 2013/2014) I have been volunteering as a can skate learn to skate helper on Tuesday evenings in my hometown. My job is to help keep the children motivated and up on their feet as much as possible as they learn to skate (Discourage snow-angel-ing), and keep them in their assigned groups, working on the skills they should be to improve their abilities. Manitoba 4H Ambassadors (2011-present) As a member of this organization, I have been able to act as a 4 H resource at club, area, and provincial levels while promoting 4H within and outside of the program. Ways of achieving this include providing learning experiences and being responsible adult role models for 4H members along with providing opportunities for senior members (ages 16-20) to stay actively involved in the program. This can be achieved by attending events held by clubs such as rallies, camps, or public speaking events. Volunteering for this organization has not only allowed me to maintain involvement with the great program but has also provided me with opportunities for leadership development, improved my communication and public speaking abilities, and also allowed for social growth. This year I am on the executive as the treasurer. Kindergarten Lunch Buddy (2009) When I was in grade 12, I spent my lunch hour in the Kindergarten room as a helper for the students so the teacher could have a lunch break. Helper at lunch time while children ate, as well as helping them to get dressed and out the door for recess in a timely manner.

Interests
Traveling I have been fortunate enough to have visited a multitude of countries in North America, Europe, and the Middle East. I have obtained a vast amount of knowledge and experience thanks to these travel opportunities. These visits have influenced both my French major and interest in geography as I minor. I spent 10 months living in France learning the French language which has proved to be invaluable to me. Sports - I enjoy participating in and watching a variety of both team and individual sports such as curling, skiing, golf, baseball, and more. Music - I took piano lessons for a period growing up, and played in the band and participated in the extracurricular jazz band all through high school. I can play clarinet and saxophone. I possess the skills to read music and do theory.

Professional Development
Faculty of Education Orientation Certificate September 3-6, 2013 The Daily 5 (Joe Stouffer) September 20, 2013 This full day session introduced the Daily 5 as a component of a Balanced Literacy framework. The essential components of balanced literacy were discussed as well as ways to organize and maximize time during the literacy block. Outdoor Education (Barrett Miller) October 1, 2013 A workshop developed from Fort Whyte Alives 40 years of experience in environmental education programs. The workshop covered the tools that teachers need to take their subject and students outside for enhanced learning and environmental awareness. What a Great Book! Can I Read It, Too? (Sally Bender) October 2, 2013 A workshop which discussed the importance of being a role model for the students in todays early years classrooms. Ideas and suggestions were made for books designed to captivate and engage young children in their quest for lifelong literacy. Sharing books that make them want to be readers is just one of the goals we set for students. A booklist was provided. Teaching to Change the World (C. Brown/M. McKay) October 4, 2013 The purpose of this full day workshop was to teach educators how to engage in anti-oppressive education in classrooms, using an inside-out approach. It was an interactive workshop where participants learned how oppression operates, and were guided through ways to teach for social justice in classrooms and schools. Collective action should be the goal for challenging oppression and oppressive acts.

Pre-Service Teaching
Learn a variety of skills and techniques conducive to good teaching practices through observation of and interaction with cooperating teacher. Plan and develop detailed appropriate engaging grade level lessons for classroom instruction.

Instruct children and manage classroom through motivating class lessons involving various learning styles. Effectively relate to and interact with students to keep them engaged in their learning.

Fall, 2013 Beautiful Plains School Division, Acadia Colony. Grade K-4. Cooperating Teacher: Eberhard Hofer

Spring, 2014 Beautiful Plains School Division, Hazel M. Kellington Elementary School. Grade 3. Cooperating teacher: Melissa Anderson

References
Roxanne Grzela Parks Canada Wasagaming, Manitoba (204) 210-0658 Terri Wright Carberry Signs LTD. Carberry, Manitoba (204) 834-2700 Matt Gower Manitoba 4H Ambassadors Resource Person (2011-13) Winnipeg, Manitoba (204) 461-1588