Cameal Palmer
Greenfield,WI
Summary
K–12 international educator and school operations leader with 18 years of experience across U.S. and Caribbean education systems. Extensive background in school culture development, staff supervision, operational logistics, compliance, and family/community engagement. Formally trained in Supervisory Management, Mentorship, and Operations Management, with a proven ability to lead teams, manage resources, and create structured, high-performing learning environments that support student success.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
50
50
Certification
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Chemistry Teacher | Grade-Level Teacher | Mentor | Coach
Milwaukee Academy of Science
Milwaukee, WI
08.2023 - Current
- Support daily school operations by ensuring consistent procedures, compliance, and a positive school culture.
- Serve as a mentor to new and developing teachers, providing instructional guidance, operational clarity, and professional support.
- Collaborate with administrators and operations staff to support attendance tracking, reporting, and regulatory compliance.
- Engage families through conferences, communication, and school-wide events to strengthen trust and partnership.
Grade-Level Lead Teacher | Science Teacher
Carmen Middle School
Milwaukee, WI
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Provided direct supervision and leadership to grade-level teams, supporting instructional and operational alignment.
- Assisted with scheduling, resource coordination, and implementation of school-wide systems.
- Strengthened school culture through consistent expectations, team collaboration, and family engagement.
Senior Teacher | Grade-Level Lead | Coach | Event Coordinator
St. Thomas Technical High School
St. Thomas, Jamaica
09.2013 - 01.2022
- Served as an international educator, supporting large and diverse student populations across multiple disciplines.
- Supervised staff and students, ensuring adherence to policies, safety standards, and academic expectations.
- Coordinated large-scale school events, managed vendors, tracked inventories, and supported budgeting processes.
- Built strong partnerships with families and community organizations to support student achievement and school initiatives.
Science and Physical Education Teacher
Ministry Of Education
St Thomas , JM
09.2009 - 08.2013
- Complied with state and federal standards for physical fitness benchmarks and exercise programs.
- Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
- Utilized knowledge of biology, anatomy, and kinesiology to design safe and effective exercises.
- Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness.
- Educated on health and wellness education to help students develop holistic understanding and incorporate in everyday life.
Marketing Personnel
Art & Fabric
Kingston, JM
09.2003 - 06.2012
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Innovation
Wisconsin Lutheran College
Milwaukee, WI 08.2025 - Current
Master of Education - Secondary Education (STEM)
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ 08.2022 - 05.2025
Master of Science - Logistics & Supply Chain Management
University of The West Indies
Kingston, JM 09.2017 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education Teaching And Coaching
G C Foster Physical Education And Sports
St Catherine, JM 09.2010 - 08.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Diploma In Teaching
G C Foster Physical Education And Sports
St Catherine, JM 09.2007 - 08.2010
Associate of Science - Home Economic
St Thomas Technical High
St Thomas, JM 09.1999 - 08.2003
Skills
- School Operations & Culture Leadership
- Staff Supervision & Supervisory Management
- Mentorship & Teacher Development
- Budgeting, Logistics & Resource Management
- Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
- Family & Community Engagement
- International Education Experience
- Process Improvement & Data Tracking
Certification
• Certificate in Supervisory Management
• Mentorship Certificate
• Diploma in Operations Management
• DPI License: Broad Field Science (2023–2028)
• DPI License: Lifetime License in Physical Education
• ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 Certifications
• Microsoft Certified Educator
• First Aid, AED & CPR
• Mentorship Certificate
• Diploma in Operations Management
• DPI License: Broad Field Science (2023–2028)
• DPI License: Lifetime License in Physical Education
• ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 Certifications
• Microsoft Certified Educator
• First Aid, AED & CPR
Timeline
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Innovation
Wisconsin Lutheran College
08.2025 - Current
Chemistry Teacher | Grade-Level Teacher | Mentor | Coach
Milwaukee Academy of Science
08.2023 - Current
Master of Education - Secondary Education (STEM)
Grand Canyon University
08.2022 - 05.2025
Grade-Level Lead Teacher | Science Teacher
Carmen Middle School
03.2022 - 07.2023
Master of Science - Logistics & Supply Chain Management
University of The West Indies
09.2017 - 01.2020
Senior Teacher | Grade-Level Lead | Coach | Event Coordinator
St. Thomas Technical High School
09.2013 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education Teaching And Coaching
G C Foster Physical Education And Sports
09.2010 - 08.2011
Science and Physical Education Teacher
Ministry Of Education
09.2009 - 08.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Diploma In Teaching
G C Foster Physical Education And Sports
09.2007 - 08.2010
Marketing Personnel
Art & Fabric
09.2003 - 06.2012
Associate of Science - Home Economic
St Thomas Technical High
09.1999 - 08.2003