Learning new skills
CLIFFONIE BROWN
Teacher
Vancouver,British Columbia
Summary
Compassionate, creative, energetic and effective Teacher for 7 years with valuable experience in classroom administration and professional development. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Proven history of creating engaged classroom environments supporting diverse educational styles. Versatile student-oriented approach consistently supporting optimum performance and advancement.
Would like to acquire a position where my skill set and knowledge, along with my ability to utilize 21st century methods will enable the organization to excel in a diversified way.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teacher
Treadlight Primary (Ministry of Education Jamaica)
May Pen, Clarendon
10.2018 - 10.2022
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Directed after-school tutoring and mentoring program serving elementary school students.
- Maintained system required passing rate for years.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within virtual classroom setting.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop after-school tutoring program for struggling students.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
- Designed dynamic lesson plans based on student interests to increase overall student GPA.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
- Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supported student physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
Teacher
Marlie Mount Primary and Infant- Ministry of Education Jamaica
11.2016 - 04.2018
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Directed after-school tutoring and mentoring program serving elementary school students.
- Maintained system required passing rate for years.
- Participating in some school events such as Christmas Carol Service and Parent Teacher's Association meetings.
- Being MC for events.
Teacher
Richmond Park Primary- Ministry of Education Jamaica
09.2018 - 10.2018
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
Teacher
Morgan’s Pass All Age- Ministry of Education Jamaica
09.2016 - 10.2016
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
Teacher
Foundation Preparatory School
10.2015 - 07.2016
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
- Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring and reviewing work.
- Took daily attendance, notifying classroom teacher immediately of student absences.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
- Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
Student Teacher
May Pen Primary School
01.2015 - 04.2015
- Stood in for teachers, checking lesson plans to provide consistent teaching to students.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
- Stood in for teachers to supervise classes, deliver lessons and administer tests.
- Graded tests and checked homework assignments, documenting information in student records.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
- Helped teachers decorate and organize classrooms with age-specific decor and organization prior to classes starting.
Student Librarian
Catholic College of Mandeville
10.2011 - 05.2015
- Educated library patrons about policies for checking out materials and using resources.
- Assisted with breakdown and reimplementation of AV equipment at new office locations.
- Checked in, checked out and renewed library materials.
- Oversaw media, catalog and instructional areas.
- Notified supervisors when major equipment repairs were needed.
- Greeted patrons warmly and offered to assist with issues or needs.
- Responded to numerous reference calls daily, helping patrons with specific information needs.
- Resolved patrons' complaints tactfully and professionally.
- Managed collections of print and electronic data for public and private access via reference and borrowing.
- Tracked loans of media equipment and materials.
- Kept up-to-date records of materials, maintained inventory and corrected cataloging errors.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
University Canada West
Granville, Vancouver, British Columbia 10.2022 - Current
Human Resource Management Degree - Human Resource Management
Heart Trust NSTA
May Pen, Clarendon, Jamaica 06.2021 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Education (Primary) - Education
The Catholic College of Mandeville
Mandeville, Manchester, Jamaica 09.2011 - 07.2015
Skills
Competent in using Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Publisher and PowerPointCompetent in using a photocopying machine
Student-centered learning
Classroom management
Testing and grading
Child development
Experiential learning
Student records management
Lesson Planning
Group and individual instruction
Differentiated instruction
Affiliations
Y’s Men International Club (Past Caribbean Regional Director and District Governor) and Past
Club President, Trained Mentor (MAJ), Bay8 Organization (Administrative Assistant), Dance
Club and JCDC Co-coach at Treadlight Primary, Technology Club (Vice President), Sign
Language Club (Assistant Secretary) and Drama Club (Assistant Secretary) at Catholic College
of Mandeville, Prefect of the month of March at Glenmuir, Glenmuir Science Club member and
Choir member
Additional Information
- Honors and Awards: , Scholarship for the highest GPA 2013-2014 Scholarship for the highest GPA 2011-2012
Interests
Timeline
MBA - Business Administration
University Canada West
10.2022 - Current
Human Resource Management Degree - Human Resource Management
Heart Trust NSTA
06.2021 - 02.2022
Teacher
Treadlight Primary (Ministry of Education Jamaica)
10.2018 - 10.2022
Teacher
Richmond Park Primary- Ministry of Education Jamaica
09.2018 - 10.2018
Teacher
Marlie Mount Primary and Infant- Ministry of Education Jamaica
11.2016 - 04.2018
Teacher
Morgan’s Pass All Age- Ministry of Education Jamaica
09.2016 - 10.2016
Teacher
Foundation Preparatory School
10.2015 - 07.2016
Student Teacher
May Pen Primary School
01.2015 - 04.2015
Student Librarian
Catholic College of Mandeville
10.2011 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Education (Primary) - Education
The Catholic College of Mandeville
09.2011 - 07.2015