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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Other Information
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Marla Frank-McPherson

Speyside,Tobago

Summary

Has offered a strong foundation in communication, organisation, and problem-solving. Knowledgeable about fostering positive learning environments and engaging students through interactive lessons. Therefore, the task is to use and develop leadership, creativity, and adaptability in my role as an educator.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Educator

Division of Education, Research and Technology
Dutchfort, Scarborough , Tobago
10.2021 - Current
  • Planned lessons according to national standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardised tests.
  • Designed learning plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Encouraged intellectual curiosity and exploration of new concepts to inspire student engagement.
  • Taught students important points to prepare for examinations and assessments.
  • Gained 100% pass rate for the last two years.

School Facilitator

Family Life
Calder Hall, Scarborough , Tobago
01.2005 - 07.2021
  • Planned sessions following programme requirements and determined ways to deliver sessions to meet participant needs.
  • Organised and prepared materials for session delivery.
  • Facilitated group and one-to-one teachings with targeted curriculum programmes.
  • Presented data reports and analysis to enable progress evaluation.
  • Used diverse teaching materials and motivational approaches to reduce learning gaps within student instruction.
  • Built positive, productive client relationships for enhanced social support.

Handyman

Division of Infrastructure and Public Utilities
Shaw Park , Tobago
03.2002 - 11.2004

Prepared time sheets and cards for employees

Engaged employees operating machinery and equipment

Liaise with suppliers for various materials for jobs

Assign jobs for completion to employees


Clerk

National Insurance Board
Scarborough , Tobago
05.2001 - 02.2002
  • Inputted data quickly and accurately to maintain reliable records.
  • Photo copied files, scanned records and filed documents by alphabetical order.
  • Built positive working relationships with staff and customers for helpful department support.
  • Supported staff with administrative needs for photocopying, faxing and filing.
  • Sorted and organised different types of information by document type, personnel or location.

Clerk/Typist

Magistrate Court
Bacolet, Scarborough , Tobago
02.2000 - 11.2000
  • Worked with colleagues to streamline administrative processes and improve workflow.
  • Edited, improved and updated existing documents in line with set standards.
  • Filed and stored documents for easy accessibility.
  • Carried out routine office duties to support productive workflow.
  • Used advanced Microsoft Word skills to create, format and revise high-quality documents.
  • Read and understood instructions accompanying material for typing.

Field Officer

Elections And Boundaries Commission
Scarborough , Tobago
07.1999 - 12.1999


  • Coordinated team training exercises to comply with organisational standards.
  • Gathered comprehensive information and intelligence to support team objectives.


Field Support Officer

Water and Sewerage Authority
All Fields Trace, Lowlands , Tobago
08.1998 - 12.1998
  • Maintained high standards of accuracy and quality in data entry and recordkeeping.
  • Created and submitted progress reports to upper management.
  • Updated office management on team's activities and progress at weekly meetings..

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

Anglia Ruskin University/SAM Caribbean Ltd.
St Augustine, Trinidad
09.2007 - 06.2010

Diploma of Higher Education - Software Applications

Trinzuela Technical & Vocational Institute
Scarborough, Tobago
03.2004 - 05.2005

Diploma of Higher Education - Professional Secretary

Thomson Education Direct
925 Oak Street, Scranton , PA
06.2001 - 03.2003

Certificate of Higher Education - Office Procedures

Trinzuela Technical & Vocational Institute
Scarborough, Tobago
07.2003 - 04.2004

Certificate of Higher Education - English for Business Communication

Trinzuela Technical Vocational Institute
Scarborough, Tobago
07.2003 - 12.2003

Certificate of Higher Education - Book-Keeping and Accounts

Trinzuela Technical and Vocational Institute
Scarborough, Tobago
12.2003 - 04.2004

Certificate of Higher Education - Office Administration

J-Puter Technological Institute Ltd.
Scarborough, Tobago
01.2002 - 03.2002

CXC Secondary Certificate - Principles of Business and Social Studies

Roxborough Secondary School
Roxborough, Tobago
09.1995 - 06.1996

CXC Secondary Certificate - English A, Geography, Typewriting

Roxborough Secondary School
Roxborough, Tobago
09.1990 - 06.1995

Skills

  • Public speaking
  • Classroom management
  • Effective time management
  • Organizational effectiveness
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Computer Literate
  • Efficiently plans lessons
  • Team player

Affiliations

  • Reading
  • Travelling
  • Nature hikes
  • Playing Cricket

Other Information

Volunteers as a member of the Parent Teacher Association and assists in the effective functioning of a family-owned business.

References

David Roberts, Permanent Secretary (Ag), Ministry of Sport and Community Development, contact number 1868-770-3265


Maudella Ashby-Bruno, Teacher III, contact number 1868-707-8173 

Timeline

Educator

Division of Education, Research and Technology
10.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

Anglia Ruskin University/SAM Caribbean Ltd.
09.2007 - 06.2010

School Facilitator

Family Life
01.2005 - 07.2021

Diploma of Higher Education - Software Applications

Trinzuela Technical & Vocational Institute
03.2004 - 05.2005

Certificate of Higher Education - Book-Keeping and Accounts

Trinzuela Technical and Vocational Institute
12.2003 - 04.2004

Certificate of Higher Education - Office Procedures

Trinzuela Technical & Vocational Institute
07.2003 - 04.2004

Certificate of Higher Education - English for Business Communication

Trinzuela Technical Vocational Institute
07.2003 - 12.2003

Handyman

Division of Infrastructure and Public Utilities
03.2002 - 11.2004

Certificate of Higher Education - Office Administration

J-Puter Technological Institute Ltd.
01.2002 - 03.2002

Diploma of Higher Education - Professional Secretary

Thomson Education Direct
06.2001 - 03.2003

Clerk

National Insurance Board
05.2001 - 02.2002

Clerk/Typist

Magistrate Court
02.2000 - 11.2000

Field Officer

Elections And Boundaries Commission
07.1999 - 12.1999

Field Support Officer

Water and Sewerage Authority
08.1998 - 12.1998

CXC Secondary Certificate - Principles of Business and Social Studies

Roxborough Secondary School
09.1995 - 06.1996

CXC Secondary Certificate - English A, Geography, Typewriting

Roxborough Secondary School
09.1990 - 06.1995
Marla Frank-McPherson