Chris La

I am always curious about growing plants, discovering what grows in Saskatchewan, the benefits of (and challenges to) all kinds of plants. I have been growing food and houseplants for most of my life. I have rebuilt raised beds in my yard, and grow native perennials.

I enjoy experimenting with different methods of growing plants - winter sowing, seed snails, substrates for propagation, etc. I am a founding member of a developing permaculture project in southern Saskatchewan. In addition, I do strength and resistance training with a personal trainer to ensure my body functions effectively.

Furthermore, I have a background in language and am currently reviewing Spanish and am starting to learn a couple of other languages as well. I am currently seeking work that is in line with my passions, with the understanding that my work at the permaculture project may require my absence a few days over the spring, summer and fall.

My primary work experience has been with international students. In my role, I supported the learning of international students and their instructors, teaching and training them in technology and services provided by the U of S. My role was a very collaborative and dynamic one, requiring patience and communication strategies to fully understand problems in order to provide timely and effective solutions.

I have experience leading volunteer planting workshops at the University of Saskatchewan and for private functions, purchasing supplies within budget limits. Locations included:

U of S Language Centre (20 participants), U of S International Student and Study Abroad Centre (35 participants), private function.

ACADEMIC AND TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT COORDINATOR • UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN LANGUAGE CENTRE • 2020-2025

• Course & materials development and management
• Technology support, training & integration
• Student engagement & success
• Program collaboration - 30-50 students, 5 instructors, 2 programs
• Communication & relationship building

LEARNING RESOURCES COORDINATOR • UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN LANGUAGE CENTRE • 2000–2020

• Resource & program coordination and management
• Library and digital systems oversight
• Curriculum support & collaboration with educators
• Tech training and support
• Program collaboration - 150-350 students, 25 instructors, 3 programs
• Policy implementation

Master Composter course • 2019 • Saskatchewan Waste Reduction Council

Post-Graduate Diploma • 1996 • Educational Foundations and Adult Education, University of Saskatchewan

-Bachelor of Arts, Linguistics, 4y • 1992 • College of Arts and Science, University of Saskatchewan