Medicine Hat College

299 College Drive SE

Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3Y6
April 9, 2024

To Whom It May Concern:

I am pleased to write this letter of recommendation for Jayda Ziegler, who recently
completed her final practicum under my supervision as a university supervisor.
Throughout the practicum, I had the opportunity to formally observe Jayda design and
deliver three lessons, and I was consistently impressed by her professionalism,
dedication, and exceptional teaching skills.

Jayda has demonstrated a high level of confidence and proficiency in classroom

management during her practicum. She has a natural ability to establish and maintain a
positive and productive learning environment, where students feel safe, engaged, and
motivated to participate actively in their learning. Her approach to managing student
behavior is firm, fair, and consistent, and she effectively uses a variety of strategies to
address any challenges that may arise in the classroom.

One of Jayda's standout qualities is her strong commitment to being well-prepared and
organized when planning and delivering lessons. She consistently demonstrated
attention to detail in her lesson plans, ensuring that each lesson was carefully
structured, aligned with learning objectives, and differentiated to meet the diverse needs
of her students. Her lessons were engaging, interactive, and thoughtfully designed to
promote student learning and achievement.

I have also been impressed by Jayda's reflective practice and her willingness to seek
and act on feedback to continuously improve her teaching. Following each day’s
lessons, Jayda demonstrated a deep level of reflection on her practice, identifying areas
for growth with her mentor and making thoughtful adjustments to enhance her
effectiveness as an educator. Her openness to feedback, coupled with her proactive
approach to professional development, sets her apart as a dedicated and lifelong
learner.

Moreover, Jayda consistently maintained an excellent attitude throughout her practicum,

approaching each day with enthusiasm, positivity, and a genuine passion for teaching.
She built strong and positive relationships with her students, colleagues, and
supervisors, and her warm and approachable demeanor created a supportive and
inclusive learning environment for all.

In conclusion, I have no doubt that Jayda Zieger has all the qualities and skills required
to become an excellent educator. Her confidence in classroom management and lesson
planning, reflective practice, excellent attitude, and commitment to continuous
improvement make her a highly effective teacher. I wholeheartedly recommend her for a
teaching position, and I am confident that she will make a lasting impact in the field of
education.

Sincerely,

Christy Gust
Instructor, MHC