IPP Basics for New Teachers

My name is April Prescott, and when I was ten years old, I spent my summer holidays teaching to my stuffed animals—they were a captive audience and solidified my dream to become a teacher! I went on to work as an Educational Assistant for St Albert Public Schools for five years until I achieved my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from the University of Alberta. While at the U of A, I enjoyed a season of varsity rugby to add to my 20+ years of playing the sport. After 16 years of teaching in early education for Connect Society and Aboriginal Head Start, I started my Master's in Counselling Psychology through Yorkville University. In the summer of 2016, I found myself in Bali, becoming a yoga teacher and satiating my love of travel. With my many years of experience and training, I come to ERLC with a desire to share knowledge, contribute to the field of education, and provide exciting opportunities for professional learning. When not working as an Inclusive Education Coordinator or a Mental Health Therapist, I train dogs for sheep herding, teach yoga, hike, kayak, camp, cycle, or play Dungeons & Dragons.

Areas of Specialization:
Trauma-informed practice for educators
NeuroRelational Framework
Circle of Security
Mindfulness & Meditation
Yoga and Mindful Movement
Child & Adolescent Mental Health
Educator Mental Health & Well-being
Experiential Learning for Professionals
Early Learning
Planning for Program Unit Funding (PUF)
Effective Home Visitation

My name is April Prescott, and when I was ten years old, I spent my summer holidays teaching to my stuffed animals—they were a captive audience and solidified my dream to become a teacher! I went on to work as an Educational Assistant for St Albert Public Schools for five years until I achieved my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from the University of Alberta. While... Read more »