Kendrea Case Gordon
Mongoose Road 98, Cay Hill
Summary
Dedicated to advancing educational growth by implementing research-based and innovative strategies to enhance the teaching and learning experience, ultimately promoting academic progress within the institution.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice Principal
St. Maarten SDA School
01.2024 - Current
- Work with the principal to manage the school, ensuring the revision and adherence to policies which guide staff and student performance. Additionally, conduct evaluations and assess performance data of students and organize staff development initiatives that will ensure optimal performance of staff.
- Serve as an approachable liaison between administration, faculty, parents, and students to ensure effective communication and cooperation within the school community.
Teacher of Fifth and Sixth Graders
St. Maarten SDA School
08.2016 - 07.2024
- Fostered strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues through open communication and a supportive classroom environment.
- Maintained effective classroom management by setting clear expectations and consistently reinforcing positive behavior.
- Designed engaging, interactive lessons using group projects, hands-on activities, and project-based learning to enhance student participation and critical thinking.
- Differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs and supported English Language Learners in collaboration with specialists.
- Monitored student progress through formative and summative assessments, maintaining accurate records and providing regular updates to parents.
- Integrated technology to promote digital literacy and improve instructional delivery; pursued ongoing professional development in educational technology and pedagogy.
- Collaborated on interdisciplinary units, served on school committees, and contributed to curriculum development and school-wide initiatives.
- Promoted cultural inclusivity by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into lesson planning.
- Organized extracurricular activities, including clubs and field trips, to extend learning beyond the classroom.
Coordinator of the SDA Community School
St. Maarten SDA School
08.2018 - 12.2023
- Managed the afternoon program of the school, ensuring the completion of students' homework and their engagement in cocurricular skills that contributed to their holistic development.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Boosted team morale and productivity by organizing team-building activities and maintaining open-door policy for feedback and concerns.
- Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
Vice Principal
Chapelton All Age School
10.2014 - 08.2016
Part-time Lecturer Academic Writing and Critical Thinking Courses
University of the Commonwealth Caribbean (formerly University College of the Caribbean)
09.2009 - 08.2016
Volunteer Teacher of English
Summerfield Community Club
09.2015 - 07.2016
Acting Vice Principal
Chapelton All Age School
02.2014 - 10.2014
Class Teacher of Grades Four (4), Five (5), and Six (6), Enrichment Centre Manager
Chapelton All Age School
09.2001 - 08.2014
Teacher of CXC English A
Chapelton SDA Church/Chapelton All Age School
09.2006 - 08.2012
Class Teacher of Grade Four (4)
Chapelton All Age School
04.2001 - 06.2001
Teacher of English A and B, and History; Grades Seven (7) to Eleven (11)
Denbigh High School
09.1996 - 08.2000
Education
Masters in Education - Literacy Studies
University of the West Indies (Open Campus)
02.2014
Bachelor in Education - Language Education: English (First Class Honours)
University of the West Indies, Mona
01.2005
Trained Teacher Diploma - English and History
Mico Teachers’ College
01.1996
Skills
- Student engagement
- Verbal and written communication
- Parent-teacher relations
- Public speaking
- Multitasking
- Team collaboration
Awards
St. Maarten SDA School, July 2020 – Nominated as Teacher of the Year for the NCC Teacher of the Year Award, Carlong Publishers Limited, November 28, 2013; Awarded for outstanding contribution to education, Jamaica Teachers’ Council in collaboration with Region 6 of the Ministry of Education, October 2013; Excellent Teacher Award Chapelton All Age School, 2008; Awarded for outstanding service to the School Choir Ministry of Education Youth and Culture, 2003 – 2005; Teachers’ Scholarship; Ministry of Education
Affiliations
- St. Maarten SDA School (August 2016 - Present)
- Member of the Care Team (January 2024 to Present)
- Assistant School Choir Director
- Member of School-Based Committees
- Coordinator of the NCC Spelling Bee Committee (2020 to Present)
- Community Based (2009 - 2012)
- Board Member; Sir. Donald Sangster Library
- Secretary St. Augustine’s Place of Safety HEART Trust NTA’s Skills Training Programme
- Chapelton All Age School (2014 - August 2016)
- Member of the Records Management Committee
- Teaching and Learning Coordinator
- Student Welfare Team Member
- School-Based Literacy Coordinator
- Member of the Guidance and Counselling Committee
- Member of the Graduation Committee
- Choir Director
- Member of the Disciplinary Committee (2009 - 2016)
- Inter-school Quiz Coordinator
- Clubs and Societies Coordinator
- Staff Representative on the School Board
- University of the West Indies, Mona (2003 - 2005)
- Course Representative; Academic Writing (FD10A)
- Preston Entertainment and Cultural Ensemble (PEACE) Choir Director
- Head of the Culinary Committee: Advent Fellowship
- Assistant Head of the Foods Committee: Advent Fellowship
- Assistant PEACE Choir Director
- Denbigh High School (1996 - 2000)
- Key Club Member
- Fund Raising Committee Member
- North Caribbean Conference of Seventh-day Adventist Churches – Good News SDA Company
- Elder
- Clerk
- Praise Team Leader
- AY Leader
- Sabbath School Teacher
- Central Jamaica Conference of Seventh-day Adventists - Chapelton SDA Church
- Head Elder
- Associate Music Ministries Director
- Youth Choir Director
- Sabbath School Superintendent
- Director of Chapelton SDA Chorale
- Women’s Ministries Director
- Music Ministries Director
- Assistant Family Life Director
- Adventist Youth Leader
- School Teacher (Certified)
- Treasurer/Assistant Treasurer
- Assistant Church Clerk
Training
- St. Maarten SDA School
- August 2020 – Enhancing the Online Teaching/Learning Experience
- January 2020 – Received UNICEF Training in Teaching and Establishing Child Rights Programs
- August 2019 – Training in the use of Fire Extinguisher
- August 2018 – Training in Improving Literacy Teaching
- Chapelton All Age School
- September 25, 2015 - Training in the use of the Fire Extinguisher and in administering First Aid Treatment
- Ministry of Education (MOE)
- 2010/2011 Enrichment Centre Initiative: Received training at all prescribed Literacy/Special Education Workshops
- January 2011: MOE certificate for professional development instruction in “Children in Crisis”
- January 2011: MOE certificate for professional development instruction in “Creating Effective School-Wide Behaviour Management Systems Effective School-Wide reading Success: Strategies and Considerations Assessment to Inform Instruction and Intervention Childhood Mental Health Issues Learning Disabilities and Coexisting Challenges
- 1996 ROSE Programme: Received training at all prescribed workshops
Timeline
Vice Principal
St. Maarten SDA School
01.2024 - Current
Coordinator of the SDA Community School
St. Maarten SDA School
08.2018 - 12.2023
Teacher of Fifth and Sixth Graders
St. Maarten SDA School
08.2016 - 07.2024
Volunteer Teacher of English
Summerfield Community Club
09.2015 - 07.2016
Vice Principal
Chapelton All Age School
10.2014 - 08.2016
Acting Vice Principal
Chapelton All Age School
02.2014 - 10.2014
Part-time Lecturer Academic Writing and Critical Thinking Courses
University of the Commonwealth Caribbean (formerly University College of the Caribbean)
09.2009 - 08.2016
Teacher of CXC English A
Chapelton SDA Church/Chapelton All Age School
09.2006 - 08.2012
Class Teacher of Grades Four (4), Five (5), and Six (6), Enrichment Centre Manager
Chapelton All Age School
09.2001 - 08.2014
Class Teacher of Grade Four (4)
Chapelton All Age School
04.2001 - 06.2001
Teacher of English A and B, and History; Grades Seven (7) to Eleven (11)
Denbigh High School
09.1996 - 08.2000
Bachelor in Education - Language Education: English (First Class Honours)
University of the West Indies, Mona
Trained Teacher Diploma - English and History
Mico Teachers’ College
Masters in Education - Literacy Studies
University of the West Indies (Open Campus)
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