Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Dance, Volleyball, Softball, Reading
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Silveria E. Jacobs

Lower Princes Quarter

Summary

Professional leader with strong foundation in guiding and supporting communities. Passionate about impacting lives through education. Proven ability to inspire and motivate teams, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Skilled in public speaking, and strategic planning. Known for adaptability and commitment to achieving meaningful outcomes.


Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Prime Minister/Minister of General Affairs

Government of St. Maarten
11.2019 - 05.2024
  • State representative (SXM) in Foreign and Kingdom Relations
  • Chair of Emergency Operations Center during Crisis (Covid19 & Hurricanes)
  • Addressed challenges in General Affairs e.g. operations of government, personnel affairs, legal affairs
  • Speaker at UN and side events on Climate Change, SIDS, Disaster Management and Gender Equality

Member of Parliament

Parliament of St. Maarten
08.2014 - 11.2015
  • Chair of Permanent Committees of Education Culture, Youth and Sport & Kingdom Relations
  • Initiated an amendment of Legislation to address underage drinking ~ approved
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Minister of Education, Culture, Youth and Sport

Government of St. Maarten - 2015-2018
05.2012 - 06.2013
  • Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to inform strategic planning efforts for continuous improvement in student outcomes.
  • Developed comprehensive assessment tools to accurately measure student progress and inform instructional strategies.
  • Enhanced teacher collaboration by initiating professional development workshops and training sessions.

Educator

Public Education Department, MECYS
08.1992 - 05.2012
  • School Manager 2011-2012
  • Student Care Coordinator 2008-2011
  • Fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.

Education

Master's Level Training Course - Education Management

NACSI
Curacao
09-2012

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, Mathematics

University of The Virgin Islands
St. Thomas, USVI
05-1992

High School Diploma -

Milton Peters College
St. Maarten
06-1986

MAVO -

Milton Peters College
St. Maarten
06-1984

Skills

  • Strategic Leadership
  • Problem solving
  • Effective Communication
  • Relationship building
  • Management
  • Public Speaking
  • Motivational Speaking
  • Decision-making
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Dance, Volleyball, Softball, Reading

An avid dancer, volleyball, softball player and coach, truly appreciative the impact of sports and the arts on my personal development, confidence and ability to be a team player and leader.

A voracious reader from my youth, reading has been the key skill to enhance my knowledge and awareness of the world. A true advocate for literacy and life long learning.

Timeline

Prime Minister/Minister of General Affairs

Government of St. Maarten
11.2019 - 05.2024

Member of Parliament

Parliament of St. Maarten
08.2014 - 11.2015

Minister of Education, Culture, Youth and Sport

Government of St. Maarten - 2015-2018
05.2012 - 06.2013

Educator

Public Education Department, MECYS
08.1992 - 05.2012

Master's Level Training Course - Education Management

NACSI

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, Mathematics

University of The Virgin Islands

High School Diploma -

Milton Peters College

MAVO -

Milton Peters College
Silveria E. Jacobs