Karen Henry
Ellenwood,GA
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with a strong ability to efficiently manage time and solve problems. Recognized for reliability and adaptability, with a quick capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Henry County Schools
830 Mosely Drive, Stockbridge
07.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress through various methods, adapting teaching techniques accordingly.
Physical Education Teacher/ (HOD)
Al Majd Charter School
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Plan and administer lessons daily
- Motivate students in lifting their standards and recognizing their true potential
- Organize departmental meetings
- Department teacher observations
Physical Education Teacher
Emirates National Schools - RAK
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Plan and administer lessons daily
- Motivate students in lifting their standards and recognizing their true potential
Physical Education Teacher
Abu Dhabi International (Pvt.) School
08.2016 - 04.2020
- Plan and administer lessons daily
- Motivate students in lifting their standards and recognizing their true potential
- Produce students with higher level performance
- Plan and organize sports day activities
- Plan, organize and execute different sport tournaments
- Coached Senior Girls Varsity Volleyball and Badminton Teams
Classroom /Physical Education
Hazard Primary School
09.2011 - 07.2016
- Plan and administer lessons daily
- Prepare students for National External Exams
- Plan and organize Netball rallies, Badminton and Football competitions
- Coached Netball Girls team for competitions
- Coached the Track and Field Team for All Island Primary Champs
- Motivate students in lifting their standards and recognizing their true potential in academics and sports
- Produce students with higher level performance
- Plan and organize sports day activities
Physical Education /Science
Eltham High School
01.2009 - 04.2009
- Plan and administer lessons daily
- Plan and organize netball rallies and football competition
- Coached the school's Junior Netball and Senior Teams
- Motivate students in lifting their standards and recognizing their true potential
- Produce students with higher level performance
- Provided a monthly written report to the Head of Department on the progress of each class
Physical Education Teacher
Portsmouth Primary School
04.2008 - 05.2008
- P.E Teacher for grades 3 to 6
- Plan and initiate programs to improve the School's Sports Teams
- Track team and Netball team
- Promoted good sportsmanship among students
- Build students' self-esteem
Administrative Assistant
City Of Kingston Coop Credit Union
Kingston, Jamaica
03.2000 - 06.2006
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Physical Education
G.C. Foster College of Physical Education and Sport
07-2010
Post Graduate Teachers Diploma - Physical Education
G.C. Foster College of Physical Education and Sport
07-2009
Certificate - Physical Education
G.C. Foster College of Physical Education and Sport
07-2008
Skills
- Honest
- Dependable
- Punctual
- Reliable
- Hardworking
- Problem Solver
- People Person
Certification
- Bachelor of Physical Education G C Foster College of Physical Education and Sport -2010 July
- Diploma in Teaching - G C Foster College of Physical Education and Sport - July 2009
Timeline
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Henry County Schools
07.2024 - Current
Physical Education Teacher/ (HOD)
Al Majd Charter School
08.2022 - 06.2023
Physical Education Teacher
Emirates National Schools - RAK
08.2020 - 07.2022
Physical Education Teacher
Abu Dhabi International (Pvt.) School
08.2016 - 04.2020
Classroom /Physical Education
Hazard Primary School
09.2011 - 07.2016
Physical Education /Science
Eltham High School
01.2009 - 04.2009
Physical Education Teacher
Portsmouth Primary School
04.2008 - 05.2008
Administrative Assistant
City Of Kingston Coop Credit Union
03.2000 - 06.2006
Post Graduate Teachers Diploma - Physical Education
G.C. Foster College of Physical Education and Sport
Certificate - Physical Education
G.C. Foster College of Physical Education and Sport
Bachelor's degree - Physical Education
G.C. Foster College of Physical Education and Sport
Awards
- 2019, Abu Dhabi Schools Championship - (Top Female Coach - Girls' Volleyball Team)
- 2012, Buelah All-Age School - (Volunteer) Outstanding Contribution to Sports
- 2008, GC Foster College of Physical Education and Sport - Best Teaching Practice and English Language Student
- 2002, Stony Hill HEART Academy - Best Secretarial Student
- 1995, Clan Carthy High School - Best Business, English, Social Studies and Work Experience Student
References
Available upon request
Extracurricular Activities
Aug 2008 to Jun 2009, G.C. Foster College - Class Leader, Post Certificate Group Feb 2007 to Mar 2009, South Central Clarendon Optimist Club - Secretary/Treasurer Sep 2007 to May 2009, G.C. Foster College - Dorm Leader/Peer Councilor Aug 2006 to Jul 2008, G.C. Foster College - Class Leader, Certificate Group 2000 to Jun 2006, Mineral Heights Police Youth Club - President 1998 to 2003, Mineral Heights Community Centre - Netball Coach
Professional Development
- 10/25, Growing Readers
- 11/24, LTRS
- 04/23, Tes - Fire, Health, and Safety for International Schools
- 03/23, Highfield eLearning Online Training (Emergency First Aid at Work)
- 01/23, Tes Professional Development (Fire Safety & Health and Safety for International Schools)
- 09/21, Professional Learning (Concept-Based Inquiry Summit)
- 09/20, International Baccalaureate (IB) PYP - Category 1
- 10/20, International Baccalaureate (IB) MYP - Category 1