Tricia Alison James
Mongoose Road No 4, Little Bay, Cay Hill, Philipsburg, Maarten
Summary
Experienced Curriculum Coordinator with a demonstrated history of working in the education management industry. Skilled in Budgeting, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, Curriculum Development, and English. History of improving course strength and modernizing instruction with a fresh and forward-thinking approach to education. Bringing understanding of traditional and contemporary approaches, instructional strategies, and materials offerings. An industrious educator with a solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions, and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Trained in attendance, assessment, and grading requirements.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educator
St. Maarten Seventh-day Adventist School
08.2015 - Current
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children. This enhanced learner participation by 30%
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs led to increased test scores by 40%
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in classroom to enhance learning experience.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
Curriculum Coordinator
Antigua & Barbuda SDA School
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Collaborated with administrators to determine course objectives. This improved teamwork and innovative problem-solving strategies by 20%.
- Provided subject matter expertise on all courses, materials, and lesson plans.
- Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms which resulted in utilizing appropriate differentiated methods for instructing and assessing students' wide range of skills
- Designed, implemented, and managed successful training programs to meet department and school needs. This increased staff motivation by 15%
Our Voice Newsletter Editor
Antigua & Barbuda SDA
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Devised attention-grabbing headlines and summaries which increased engagement by 20%.
- Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards.
- Selected and edited photos for use in diverse projects. Photo quality improved by 80%
- Set layouts and selected photos for stories which boosted readership by 75%.
- Collaboration with writers and graphic designers helped developed content schedules and plan workflows.
Educator
South Leeward Mission
01.2007 - 01.2015
- Differentiated Instruction based on readiness level, learner interest, and learning profile of diverse learners. This improved test scores by 85%
- Implemented positive classroom management, created positive environment that is conducive to learning. Students increased positive collaboration among peers by 50%
- Plan lessons that aim to target students' multifarious needs
- Plan fun and educational field trips, design and implement diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments, Exposure to real-world experiences increased test scores by 45%
- Design modification and accommodation strategies for all students, particularly those with Special Needs.
Research Assistant
University of the Southern
09.2006 - 06.2007
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analyses.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Reviewed documents and data to identify trends and patterns.
- Maintained up-to-date records of research activities and results for future reference.
- Collected research data through experimentation, surveys, and leading focus groups.
- Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
Assistant Secretary
Caribbean, USC
01.2005
- Provide crucial support to the executive team and ensure the smooth functioning of daily operations.
- Managing correspondence such as drafting and editing emails, letters, and memos on behalf of senior executives.
- Scheduling meetings and appointments, coordinating travel arrangements, and maintaining calendars.
- Maintaining records and files electronically and physically, ensuring easy access when needed. They may also be responsible for preparing reports or presentations for meetings or conferences
Jr. Administrative Assistant
USC
01.2004 - 05.2004
- Answered multi-line phone systems, routed calls, delivered messages to staff, and greeted visitors.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to the correct recipient.
Lecturer’s Assistant
USC
08.2004 - 05.2006
Resident Hall Assistant
Linda Austin Hall
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Participated in staff meetings and training to stay informed on policies and procedures.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order and safety in residence hall.
- Planned and organized social and educational activities to promote community building and personal development among students.
- Mediated conflict to provide safe and secure environment through policy enforcement.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum Instruction And Assessment
Walden University
Washington Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Science, Psychology
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI 49104, United States08.2006
Associate of Science - Office Technology
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI 49104, United States08.2006
Skills
- Lesson Planning tailored to meet students' learning needs
- Integration of Technology to enhance learning
- Educating Students at Primary, Middle-School, Secondary, and Tertiary Levels
- Training Educators
- Designing Curriculum Instruction & Assessment for students with special needs
- Providing students with Habits of mind to Promote Self-Directed Learning
- Instructing Electronic Document Management (EDPM), Social-Studies, English, Science, Integrated Science, Principles of Business, Human and Social Biology K-12
- Instructing Mathematics, Information Computer Technology, Art K-6
- Instructing Foundations of Education, Models, and Theories of Instruction, Classroom Management, Children’s Literature, and other related Tertiary Level Education Courses
- Enhancing Learning through teacher leadership, Linguistic, and Cultural Diversity
- Utilizes team building, proficiency in graphic design, MS Office Applications, advanced administrative skills, internet proficiency, Mini Tab, and SPSS data analysis skills to engage in action research
- Customer Service
- English
- Public Speaking
- Event Planning
- Community Outreach
Affiliations
- Golden Key International Honor’s Society Membership
Certification
- Adventist Teacher Certification
- Quizzizz Certified Game Changer
- Blended Learning and Online Strategies
Timeline
Educator
St. Maarten Seventh-day Adventist School
08.2015 - Current
Curriculum Coordinator
Antigua & Barbuda SDA School
08.2014 - 08.2015
Our Voice Newsletter Editor
Antigua & Barbuda SDA
01.2010 - 01.2013
Educator
South Leeward Mission
01.2007 - 01.2015
Research Assistant
University of the Southern
09.2006 - 06.2007
Assistant Secretary
Caribbean, USC
01.2005
Lecturer’s Assistant
USC
08.2004 - 05.2006
Jr. Administrative Assistant
USC
01.2004 - 05.2004
Resident Hall Assistant
Linda Austin Hall
01.2003 - 01.2004
Master of Science - Curriculum Instruction And Assessment
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Science, Psychology
Andrews University
Associate of Science - Office Technology
Andrews University
- Adventist Teacher Certification
- Quizzizz Certified Game Changer
- Blended Learning and Online Strategies
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