Amanda Williams
Saint. Catherine,Jamaica
Summary
High energy, creative Elementary Teacher with 2 years of demonstrated experience working with mainstream and diverse student populations. Stays calm under stressful situations, as no day in the classroom goes as predicted. Establishes and maintains solid relationships with co-workers, administration, students, and parents. Recognized as a resourceful and reliable teacher with the ability to perform accurate student assessments and conceptualize and implement individualized education plans.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Colegio Continental
San Francisco de Macoris, Dominican Republic
08.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
- Assessed students' progress through formal and informal tests, quizzes, assignments, and observations.
- Create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that fosters collaboration, respect, and empathy.
- Collaborate with other teachers, administrators, and staff to address student needs and ensure a cohesive educational experience.
- Utilized technology to enhance teaching methods and student engagement.
Elementary School Teacher (Part-time)
Natken Educational Services
Trelawny, Jamaica
01.2024 - Current
- Improved student academic performance with strong lectures, group discussions, and one-on-one support
- Created a fostering and safe learning environment promoting encouragement and motivation
- Organized field trips and extra-curricular activities to enrich learning experience
- Administered quizzes, homework and examinations to determine student's capacity and capability
- Implemented rules and regulations for students to maintain discipline and order
Tutor
Discovery Learning Tutoring Services
Kingston, Jamaica
01.2020 - 12.2023
- Applied learning strategies to assist students with concepts
- Coordinated lesson plans, course materials and discussion questions to prepare for the session
- Diversified teaching methods to meet student learning styles
- Reviewed classwork and assisted with homework to boost student understanding of assignments
Elementary School Tutor
UCP Downtown/BETA Charter School
Orlando, United States
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Coordinated lesson plans, course materials and discussion questions to prepare for the session
- Diversified teaching methods to meet student learning styles
- Reviewed classwork and assisted with homework to boost student understanding of assignments
- Applied learning strategies to assist students with concepts
J1 Teacher Intern
UCP Downtown/BETA Charter School
Orlando, United States
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Planned and delivered lessons under teacher supervision to build student understanding of different subject matters
- Offering additional support and tutoring to assist struggling students
- Engaged students with lively discussions, exploring topics and expanding knowledge
- Learned how to manage classroom records and student assessments
- Assisted in developing and implementing goals for students IEPs
- Graded student assignments and provided constructive feedback on their performance
- Attended professional development workshops and seminars to improve teaching skills and stay current on educational trends
Elementary School Teacher
Solid Base Preparatory
Spanish Town, Jamaica
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Planned, Designed and executed Jamaica Standard Curriculum lessons
- Administered quizzes, homework and examinations to determine student's capacity and capability
- Arranged materials and classrooms for various activities
- Managed individual student and parent expectations with clear course objectives and guidelines
- Informed parents regarding child's progress and areas requiring improvement
- Built an effective support network for students and addressed various issues by collaborating with parents, guardians, and school administrators
- Organized field trips and extra-curricular activities to enrich learning experience
Mentor
Multicare Youth Foundation
Kingston, Jamaica
11.2019 - 11.2021
- Served as a role model for professionalism, integrity, and dedication within the mentorship program environment
- Enhanced mentee performance by providing personalized guidance and support
- Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards
- Guided mentees in overcoming challenges by sharing personal experiences and offering practical advice
Education
Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood Education
Shortwood Teachers' College
Kingston, JamaicaSkills
- Technology Integration
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Special Education
- Lesson Planning
- Analytical thinking
- Multicultural awareness
- Classroom management
- Interpersonal skills
- Individualized Education Plan
Languages
- English, Native
- Spanish, Intermediate B2
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Colegio Continental
08.2024 - Current
Elementary School Teacher (Part-time)
Natken Educational Services
01.2024 - Current
Elementary School Tutor
UCP Downtown/BETA Charter School
10.2022 - 05.2023
J1 Teacher Intern
UCP Downtown/BETA Charter School
08.2022 - 05.2023
Elementary School Teacher
Solid Base Preparatory
09.2021 - 07.2022
Tutor
Discovery Learning Tutoring Services
01.2020 - 12.2023
Mentor
Multicare Youth Foundation
11.2019 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood Education
Shortwood Teachers' College
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