Dynamic educator and leader with proven expertise in classroom management and differentiated instruction, honed at People's Elementary & Middle School. Excelled in fostering collaborative learning environments and boosting student motivation. Demonstrated exceptional multitasking and problem-solving abilities, leading to significant improvements in program success and participant retention rates. Skilled in parent-teacher communication, ensuring comprehensive support for student development. Plan and conduct workshops for parents. Involvement in the community. Active member with the CEC D19 Brooklyn for over six years.
Work History
Educator/Teacher/Supervisor of Operations
People's Elementary & Middle School
10.2016 - Current
Organized and allocated resources required to meet needs of all students and instructors. Plan and conduct workshops and Personal development classes respectively.
Organized and allocated resources required to meet needs of all students and instructors.
Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
Mentored new educators in best practices for teaching, leading to increased confidence and effectiveness within the school community.
Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in classroom to enhance learning experience.
Developed and implemented useful behavior management strategies to instill discipline and compliance with conduct code.
Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or study groups, promoting intellectual curiosity outside the classroom setting.
Coordinated community service projects for students, instilling civic responsibility and interpersonal skills development.
Served on various school committees focused on improving policies or procedures related to academics, safety, or equity issues – driving positive change at an institutional level.
Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Summer Day Camp Director
A Plus Learning Center
07.2021 - 08.2022
Hired, disciplined and managed all camp staff members.
Sports Program Coordinator
Manchester Amateur Association, Jamaica WI;
09.1983 - 07.1997
Facilitated regular staff meetings to discuss goals, progress, challenges, and opportunities for improvement within the sports program.
Improved overall program success by regularly evaluating and adjusting policies and procedures.
Streamlined sports program operations by coordinating schedules, facilities, and equipment management.
Addressed safety concerns proactively by conducting regular facility inspections, updating emergency action plans, and enforcing strict adherence to health guidelines at all times during programming.
Encourage and motivate young people
Collaborated with coaching staff to develop individualized athlete development plans, enhancing skill progression and growth. to excell and stay focused in their given sports eg. Track & Field, Hockey, Basketball and Netball.
Boosted participant retention rates by creating engaging activities and fostering a supportive environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Education
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC
Associate of Arts - Secondary Education
Church Teacher's College
Mandeville, Jamaica WI
Associate of Arts - Chaplaincy For All Religions
New York State Chaplain Task Force
New York, NY
01.2018
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Stratford Career Institute
Boston, MA
10.2017
Certificate Health Aide - Home Health Aid
New York Institute of Healthcare Careers
Jamaica, NY
06.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Christian Council On Education, Inc
New York / New Jersey
06.2008
Skills
Classroom Management
Lesson Planning
Parent Interaction
Differentiated Instruction
Collaborative learning
Peer Mentoring
Student Motivation
Parent-Teacher Communication
Customer training
Multitasking
Problem-Solving
Written Communication
Time Management
Accomplishments
** Honored for outstanding work to the community by then Congressman : Mr. John Sampson
** Teacher of the year about 4 times from different jobs
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