Nicole Lakusta Email & Phone Number

Edmonton, Ab, Ca

Stony Plain, Alberta, Canada

Parkland County, Alberta, Canada

The Department of Innovation Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) has launched the Digital Literacy Exchange Program, under the Innovation and Skills Plan. This will support initiatives that teach basic digital literacy skills at pre-existing facilities to Canadians with a focus on under-represented groups in the digital economy. Fundamental digital literacy skills are skills needed to engage with computers and the Internet. These skills include: the ability to use computer programs such as word processors, web browsers, email and other communication tools; the ability to access and use knowledge resources such as search engines and online databases; and the ability to access emerging technologies such as cloud computing. Analytical skills to comprehend, contextualize and critically evaluate digital media are also important to couple with these basic technical skills (e.g. analytical skills to help make informed decisions on sharing personal information).I have developed the courses (Microsoft, Google, Apple, Canva...) and also instruct participants in the above mentioned areas. I enjoy seeing their progression and confidence in using these tools to navigate a new job, search for one or become more efficient in their current status.

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

2022-2024 Interchange ParticipantACTIVELY engaged leadership at various school sites and within LTR Sector to become informed of emerging issues and how to best communicate with specific stakeholders.WORKED with partners within and outside the ministry to deliver on the learning and teaching resources required for curriculum piloting and implementation.RESEARCHED issues to prepare responses to action requests on behalf of the branch Director, Executive Director, Assistant Deputy Minister, Deputy Minister and Minister.COLLABORATED and planned effectively with various colleagues to ensure effective delivery of new K-6 curricular resources.COLLABORATED with and MAINTAINED relationships with diverse stakeholders, including government officials, educational bodies and community organizations in order to fulfill project and initiative mandates at the school, school division and Curriculum Division levels.EVALUATED RFRs for Learning and Technology Resource Sector.AUTHORIZED and DEVELOPED resources for ELAL, FFLL, FILAL, science, PEW, social studies and études sociales.STRENGTHENED the people around me via trust, empowerment and contribution of their expertise while providing ongoing context for the work at hand, transparency of the processes and accountability for the work that created a culture of effective teamwork.

Alberta, Canada

Provide professional learning opportunities, events, networking and resources for ATLE members throughout the province in relation to leadership and technology.Create partnerships with the business and education community.Support various stakeholders in the K-12 and post-secondary environment in Alberta.Offer grants and post-secondary coursework to share research, innovation and learning by Alberta schools, school authorities, classrooms in the use of technology for learning.

Stony Plain, Alberta, Canada

* supporting teachers with developmental progressions in mathematics (K-9);* providing resources and professional development within the science curriculum (K-9);* supporting schools with the development of prevention and intervention strategies related to delays in numeracy development;* supporting schools with developing and embedding computational thinking, computer science (coding) with a focus on Kindergarten through Grade 6;* providing professional development in First Steps in Mathematics; and * supporting schools to develop expertise in mathematics and science aligned to the Alberta Programs of Study.

Alberta, Canada

The Ed Tech Specialist Council exists to increase ATA members' knowledge and skills in the educational technology environment as it relates to the curriculum, our students, Ed Plan goals, LTPF, professional practices and pedagogical contexts. The Council supports PD by hosting workshops, conferences, ongoing professional learning, organizing communities of practice, publishing newsletters, providing and obtaining current research.

Stony Plain, Alberta

* Liaison with Lead Team and staff to enhance the leadership capacity in integrating tech.* Collaboration with schools’ Admin teams and tech lead teachers.* Engage Admin and staff thru discussions, reflections and actions regarding effective use of tech integration in the learning environment.* Connect the K-12 curriculum with appropriate tech resources and tasks w/SETT and UDL.* Support K-12 Mathematics and Numeracy outcomes w/PD, resources and activities.* Coordinate services, resources and action plans with Learning Services personnel and school teams.* Apply for various grants that promote best practices in assessment, curriculum and edtech.* Gather information and liaison w/IT department.* Develop specific PD activities, lessons and resources that align w/AbEd outcomes, the LTPF, TQS and PSD priorities.* Assist IT department and Lead Team in further developing a collaborative web presence.* Promote and facilitate the work on tech integration at schools and to outside agencies, thru conferences, workshops and hosted webinars.* Taught HS students in a blended online format: INF1070, INF1060, INF1030, INF1910, INF 2050, COM1255, CSE1010, CSE1100.* Participated in SEL as well as Trauma-Informed Practices thru NME Training and creating The Third Path PD sessions and GSite.* Teach K-12 students how to use chrome extensions, apps, add-ons to personalize their learning.* Attend various committee meetings representing PSD - School Technology Stakeholder Committee (STAC) with AbEd, LTPF Leadership CoP, VP of ETCATA, STAR Discovery Educator w/Discovery Ed, ERLC Committees - edtech + Math, ATLE Member, ATLE ProLearn Chair, TCEA, ISTE, GEG Member* Weekly creation and curation of resources showcased in the employee ONline newsletter.* Expansion of the Mobile Learning Initiative - lessons, activities, coding and engaging resources* Provide PD and support to PSD Library Technicians in using Follett Destiny as well as literacy, numeracy and edtech resources.

Stony Plain, Alberta

Collaboration with Principal, Lead Team, school staff. Lead Team Technology PD member 2008-09 and creator of Tech PD wiki website Coordination of special education resources and student special needs. Taught various grades including Science 7, Adapted Program, FSL 6, Options Support curriculum skill development in the classroom Review of teacher and support staff evaluations and discussions Read and coordinated report cards

Stony Plain, Alberta

Taught Art 7, 8/9, FSL4,5,6,7/8,8/9; Go Girl 7-9; Science 7, Computers 7, CTS – Business Studies 8/9, Student Tech Asst. 8/9, Grade 3 Science, Social Studies, P.E., Math, Computers. Collaboration with Principal, Leadership Council, school staff. Coordination of special education resources and student special needs. Provide PD opportunities for staff and cultural events for students. Advise students, parents and staff of school expectations. Attendance of Strategic Leadership Initiative program and Mentor teacher in Great Beginnings program and other leadership PD experiences. Coordinated Ski Lessons for grades 4-9, Site-based Management Committee, Grade 5 Outdoor Camp, Grade 9 Farewell Committee, Choreographer and Make-up/Hair artist for Drama productions, Bilingual Scorekeeper and Judge for Great Canadian Geography Challenge for Alberta. Directed student/school Art Gallery openings and annual PSD Visual Arts Celebration. Updated French as a Second Language classes through purchasing of new resources and revamping of teaching objectives. NOTE: August 1997-June 1998, August 2001-June 2002 Maternity Leaves - I still supported resource development and attended professional learning during these times.

Lethbridge, Alberta

Religion 8, Health 9, Etudes Sociales 8,9; French Language Arts 8, Computer Science 8. Supervised and directed Football and Basketball cheerleading squads. Founded the St. Francis Educational Tour Club which has students visiting France and other European countries to broaden their learning experiences. Provided various information to the students and teachers through being a member of the Sunshine Social Club, School Policy Committee, French Immersion Teacher’s Magazine Committee and French Conseil (ATA). Successfully brought in commercial advertising accounts for the school Yearbook as Business Manager.

Bow Island, Alberta

Taught English 10/20, English 30, FSL 10/20, 7/8/9, Computer Science 8, Health 1,2/3,3/4,5/6, Drama7/8/9. Updated resources for English, Language Arts and Health. Advised and coordinated Drama Club, Yearbook, French Club and Faculty Social Committee.

Master Of Education (M.Ed.), Educational Leadership And Administration, General, K-12

Alive Program - Active Learning In Virtual Environments, Modeling, Virtual Environments And Simulation, K-12

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Bachelor Of Education (B.Ed.), B.A. - French Language, B.Ed. - Modern Languages

Courses Completed Added To Uofl'S B.A. Program Upon Return, French Language And Literature

In Tours, France

General Studies