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Michelle Thompson Teacher of Mathematics

Kingston, Jamaica

Personal Statement:

I am an energetic, optimistic and self motivated individual who takes great pride in my knowledge, skills and understanding of a range of teaching, learning, assessment and behaviour management strategies needed to make a positive impact on the progress of students. I am keen on making my mark on a school’s ethos; vision and principle by connecting my determined attitude and initiative to assist students in attaining their potential.

 

Work Experience:

Edith Dalton James High School

Teacher                                               September, 2014 – Present

Responsible for planning comprehensive lessons and preparing resources which have clear teaching aims, objectives and learning outcomes.

Duties

·    Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning

·   Observe and evaluate students’ performance and development

·   Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities

·   Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment

·   Keep adequate records of students’ progress

·   Maintain good discipline and good behaviour around the school

·   Maintain complete, accurate and appropriate records of students’ academic growth based on formative and summative assessments

·   Demonstrate communication and interpersonal skills related to interaction with students, colleagues, administrators and other school personnel

·   Employ problem solving strategies to facilitate students learning

 

 

Norman Manley High School

Teacher                                               September, 2013 – December, 2013

Duties

·   Register students, accompany them to assemblies, encourage their full attendance at all lessons and their participation in other aspects of school life

·   Maintaining discipline in accordance with the school’s procedures and encouraging good practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and homework

 

Academic Qualifications:

The Mico University College               September, 2009 – May, 2013

Bachelor of Education (Secondary): Specialization in Mathematics

 

Key Skills:

Area of Expertise

·         Information Technology skills

·         Organizational skill

·         Communication skills

Teaching Skills

·         Able to devise, write and produce new teaching materials, including tactile and visual resources

·         Encourage others and having a positive outlook

·         Having a calm persona, yet assertive manner of instilling discipline

Personal Skills

·         Ability to work in a team, as well as an individual

·         Comfortable working in a dynamic environment

 

Activities and Awards:

·         Member of the New Berry Female Cricket Team/ Melbourne Cricket Club

·         Member of the Jamaica National Senior Women’s Cricket Team (2011)

 

 

References:

 

40 Herrick Avenue

Kingston 20

Mr. Karl Dunkley

(+1876) 899 – 1059

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

87 Maxfield Avenue

Kingston13

Mr. Paul Hall

(+1876) 276 –5162

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1A Marescuax Road

Kingston 5

Miss Theresa Lindsay

(+1876) 324 –4916