Marcus Garvey Parley
Ottawa,Canada
Summary
To contribute to evidence-based knowledge and information through research to guide interventions and initiatives of the government and the private sector that positively impact education and the lives of the people.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Faculty of Education, University of Ottawa
08.2023 - Current
- Conducting comprehensive literature reviews to gather relevant information and identify gaps in existing research.
- Maintaining quality standards to preserve the integrity of data and findings
- Assisting in collecting data through research methods outlined in the project.
- Organizing and managing collected data, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation for analysis.
- Assisting in data analysis using the software, 'Covidence', interpreting results, and preparing preliminary findings.
- Assisting in drafting research reports, manuscripts, and presentations based on the research findings.
- Collaborating with other team members, researchers, or faculty to contribute to the overall research goals and objectives.
Teacher
Torah Day School of Ottawa
09.2023 - Current
- Designed and implemented daily lesson plans for Grades 5 to 8
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities.
Research Assistant
LaSalle Multicultural Resource Center
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Conducting a literature review
- Maintaining quality standards to preserve the integrity of data and findings
- Meet periodically with the lead researcher and provide weekly reports on progress.
Volunteer
Canada Playful Schools Network, CSPN
06.2023
- Assisted in the preparation and organization of the CSPN conference.
English/Math Teacher
Bangsaphan School Prachuap Khirikhan
11.2016 - 07.2022
- Designed and implemented daily lesson plans for 6 classrooms of 22 students each
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities
- Provide informative presentations to students regarding different areas of studies and ensure that all students fully comprehend all aspects.
Assistant Administrator
The Comforter Int. School
09.2011 - 07.2016
- Assisted in recruiting prospective employees (teachers) through interviews
- Supporting chair in staff and Parent Teacher Association (PTA) meetings
- Helped to organize speech and prize ceremony
- Helped in scouting for new students around the Kumasi metropolis
- Created an active social media presence for the school.
Marketing Executive
Ghana Oil Company Limited
09.2014 - 08.2015
- Preparing and updating daily sale call reports
- Preparing monthly debt age analysis and working capital analysis on each station in my trade area
- Routine checks on service stations within my trade area
- Assisting the account officer
- Running due diligence on prospective clients
Data Collector
06.2011 - 07.2011
- National Centre for Research into Basic Education, Responsible for collecting (through interviews, focus group discussions, and administering questionnaires) and analyzing data.
Education
Master of Education - Leadership, Evaluation, Curriculum &Policy Studies
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science Education
University of Education
2014
Skills
- Qualitative research
- Public speaking
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Literature review
Additional Information
- Honors and Awards: , Employee of the Month (08/2018): recognized for achieving excellence in my field by training a student to win the impromptu speech competition 2018 with Gold. Graduation List (10/2014): Graduated with honors from the University of Education, Winneba, Ghana.
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Elementary
Thai
Limited Working
Timeline
Teacher
Torah Day School of Ottawa
09.2023 - Current
Research Assistant
Faculty of Education, University of Ottawa
08.2023 - Current
Volunteer
Canada Playful Schools Network, CSPN
06.2023
Research Assistant
LaSalle Multicultural Resource Center
03.2023 - 04.2023
English/Math Teacher
Bangsaphan School Prachuap Khirikhan
11.2016 - 07.2022
Marketing Executive
Ghana Oil Company Limited
09.2014 - 08.2015
Assistant Administrator
The Comforter Int. School
09.2011 - 07.2016
Data Collector
06.2011 - 07.2011
Master of Education - Leadership, Evaluation, Curriculum &Policy Studies
University of Ottawa
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science Education
University of Education
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