Andrea Ryan
St. Thomas,Andrea Ryan
Summary
Dedicated fomer High School English Teacher with the Department of Education, skilled in differentiated instruction and parent-teacher communication. Successfully enhanced student engagement and writing skills through innovative lesson planning and individualized support, fostering a love of English and critical thinking in diverse classrooms.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
High School English Teacher (Retired)
Department Of Education
10.2006 - 08.2021
- Evaluated student work fairly and consistently, offering detailed feedback to guide future improvement efforts.
- Promoted critical thinking skills by challenging students to analyze literary texts and express their interpretations in written assignments.
- Stayed current on educational research and best practices by attending professional development workshops and conferences regularly.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing consistent expectations and consequences for all students.
- Prepared students for standardized tests by reviewing essential skills, administering practice exams, and providing constructive feedback on performance.
- Boosted students'' reading and writing skills through targeted lessons, group activities, and individualized support.
- Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating respect, empathy, and professionalism in all interactions.
- Fostered a love of literature among students by introducing engaging texts from diverse genres, authors, time periods, and cultures.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of The West Indies-Cave Hill Campus
Barbados, WISkills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Grammar instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Writing instruction
- Reading comprehension
- Team collaboration
- Student support
- Student motivation
- Student engagement
- Lesson planning
Timeline
High School English Teacher (Retired)
Department Of Education
10.2006 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of The West Indies-Cave Hill Campus
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