Reference+letters

The following are reference letters reflecting on my abilities as a teacher:

The first letter was written by Heather Richmond. Heather Richmond was both my professor during the first and second semester of my Bachelor of Education as well as my supervisor during my first internship. She has directly observed me teaching on many occasions.

To whom it may concern: I am happy to highly recommend ** Kelly Gallie **to you for a teaching position. She is a 2011 graduate of the Bachelor of Education at St Thomas University in Fredericton, New Brunswick. I am an associate professor in the program and was one of her professors during the degree. Her academic abilities place her in the top ten percent of students I have taught over the last five years. She is an effective communicator; always able to engage in meaningful written or oral discussion and group work with her peers and colleagues. Her lesson plans and projects provide evidence of her ability as a critical thinker, able to analyze and interpret many perspectives.

Kelly has had two teaching internships. I supervised her first internship at an elementary school. This was a split class, and I was impressed by her ability to differentiate her lessons in order to facilitate the learning of all students in the class. An example of this was during a Science class where Kelly had understood that she needed to prepare materials for the whole class, whether English Language learners, children above and at standard for their grade and or children below the standard. What a wonderful lesson and learning experience – I thought to myself “How did you do that Kelly? You’re just a beginning teacher.”

Kelly developed classroom resources and materials through the use of multi media and smart board technology. I observed Kelly teaching using technology and observed students working productively and interactively in math and literacy classes. These recent practical experiences along with her excellent management skills allow her to meet the challenge of any number of classroom situations.

She is a person of integrity and students, peers and colleagues respect and like her very much. She will be successful in your school system. I know you will find her an applicant who has a strong work ethic and who will make a significant intellectual and personal contribution to your school. Therefore I recommend Kelly Gallie to you for a teaching position. Please do not hesitate to contact me should you require any further information. Sincerely yours,

Heather J Richmond

Heather Richmond PhD St. Thomas University Fredericton, NB richmond@stu.ca (506) 459 -1066



The following reference letter is written by Valeri Durbin, my co-operating teaching during my second internship. Ms. Durbin is a kindergarten teacher who was kind enough to take me under her wing during my second internship and welcoming me into her classroom.

To Whom It May Concern:

 Kelly Gallie was a student intern in my Kindergarten classroom from March 14 to May 6, 2011. Throughout her internship, she consistently maintained a calm and assuring manner. Miss Gallie demonstrated an ability to recognize different learning styles and needs and used this knowledge when planning lessons and instructing small and large groups. She was very warm and caring toward all of the children, created an excellent learning environment, and took appropriate disciplinary measures as needed. She planned well organized and effective lesson plans.

 Miss Gallie was punctual and responsible in her professional role. She used her time proficiently; she was always planning during her preparation time. Miss Gallie is a creative and well-rounded prospective teacher. It was very evident that Miss Gallie enjoyed teaching at the Kindergarten level and the students enjoyed her immensely.

 Miss Gallie shows an exceptional degree of professional promise and will be an asset to any school environment. If you have any further inquiries about Miss Gallie, you may contact me at Garden Creek School at (506) 453-5409 or at home (506) 451-9909.

Sincerely,

Valeri Durbin Kindergarten Teacher

Please click below to view the original letter by Ms. Durbin.

