LINDA FAY LAWRENCE

CONSULTANT/EDUCATOR ac97mm@r.postjobfree.com EDMONTON, AB 780-***-****

CAREER SUMMARY I am seeking worthwhile endeavors to support indigenous families in education and community development.

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS

● Nechi Research Institute Community Addictions Training (CAT), St. Albert, Alberta, 2012. Challenge Course Facilitator Diversity and Cultural Training, Self-harm Reduction & Suicide Prevention Training, Non-contact Defense Training

● Teacher, full-time (4 years Alberta province) – worked with Learning Exceptionalities/High-risk youth - Alberta Teacher Registration No. 303641W

● Ontario College of Teacher Professional-Registration No.623812

● Northwest Territories’ Teacher Certification NO 2917-11

● Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)

● 2004-2010 Former Executive Board member - Editor of Ottawa Intergroup Newsletter, 2002-2004

● Valid driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract

● Known for “NWT Metis Reeler”- Jigging dancer/performer/instructor

● Can understand Denesoline (Chipewyan) and speak some words RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT

● Developed, implemented and evaluated key service standards - review of draft Audit for First Nations Forestry Program (FNFP) as per Treasury Board; Work on research and scan on Aboriginal Canadian Film Industry

COMMUNICATIONS

● Lobbied with the Government of the NWT to include the Cree Language as one of eight recognized languages of the Official Languages Act, by presenting successful oral and written reports, to benefit the NWT Métis organization. Activity Aide in Pediatric Ward at Stanton Yellowknife Hospital. Editor of local newsletter for non-profit organization (CorelDraw); prepared flyers and promotion for local events in NCR for two years; Assisted with the collaboration of national aboriginal association funding arrangements, worked with First Nations people and interested to ecological integrity and species at risk. Organized cultural and fund-raising events for First Nations women's and Aboriginal community addictions awareness; National Film Board-Model for Canada Pavilion 2010, Shanghai OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT

● Experience in establishing and maintaining working relationships with other entities e.g. industry, other government agencies, educational institutions involving First Nations, and the public

● Involved in customer service, accounts payable for retail outlets, and marketed retail sales of Northern telecommunications systems. Assisted in tourist-run business in the Northwest Territories. Management of consultations with Aboriginal Organizations as it relates to socio-economic development EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science - University of Alberta May 1989 Bachelor of Education - Primary/Junior-University of Ottawa - May 2011 Master’s Certificate-Project Management-Sprott School of Business, Carleton University, Ottawa, Ontario. 2008

Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy Program (In Progress) - Loma Linda University EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Elementary School Teacher – on call (substitute teaching). Kitaskinaw School, Enoch, AB. April to present

High School Teacher August 2016-January 2019

Innercity Youth Development Association.

● Taught Aboriginal Studies 10 and 20, Physical Education 10 and 20, Cosmetology, Life Skills course, Sweat Lodge and ceremonial support, field trips in natural park settings

● Developed programming for High risk youth, such as reporting and delivery of programming for Special Education purposes

● Worked to improve the success and retention in school for Indigenous students Teacher –Junior High School August 2015-June 2016

Mihtahtatah Sipiy First Nation School, Driftpile, Alberta

● Emphasized their interest in academic study and physical activity and cross-country skiing, Winner of Student Art competitions for Environmental Treaty 8 program

● Went Outdoor camping and moose-hunting (pansawan-“drymeat-making)

● Taught students to sing in indigenous languages and learned to dance/jig for the Christmas pageant Addictions Counselor/Lifeskills Coach

Poundmaker’s Treatment (Residential) Lodge, Sturgeon County, AB. September 2014-July 2015

● Developed and nurtured positive client relationships in a 28-day residential treatment program

● Reported daily logs and worked with one on one counselling with clients who have addictions and substance abuse issues

● Encouraged and provided supportive on-going dialogue/teachings with individual and group dynamics

Facilitator/Teacher

Yellowknife Public and Separate District Schools, Yellowknife, NWT. October 2011-November 2012

● Provided traditional/indigenous programs for high risk youth in a monitored group setting

● Canoed and made dry fish and bannock on a stick enabling them to cook over fire

● Facilitated circle discussions, after-school dancing/jigging program for Christmas concert Internal Auditor (French Bilingual position) March 2004 – March 2014 Federal Government of Canada, Gatineau, PQ

● Organized interdepartmental meetings managed and implemented a Film Festival project to include International renowned filmmakers, in conjunction with the Aboriginal Policy and Research conference for March 2009

● Set up, conducted and coordinated Aboriginal Consultation process with Aboriginal groups and interests; conducted formal research. Assisting the research group and participating in research activities involving Aboriginal Peoples of Canada, worked on research publication in the area of justice, Film industry and National Crime Prevention

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