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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
2021.10 - 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
2005.01 - 2021.07
  • 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
2002.03 - 2004.11

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
2001.05 - 2002.02
  • 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
2000.02 - 2000.11
  • 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
1999.07 - 1999.12
  • 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
1998.08 - 1998.12
  • 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
2007.09 - 2010.06

Diploma of Higher Education - Software Applications

Trinzuela Technical & Vocational Institute
Scarborough, Tobago
2004.03 - 2005.05

Diploma of Higher Education - Professional Secretary

Thomson Education Direct
925 Oak Street, Scranton , PA
2001.06 - 2003.03

Certificate of Higher Education - Office Procedures

Trinzuela Technical & Vocational Institute
Scarborough, Tobago
2003.07 - 2004.04

Certificate of Higher Education - English for Business Communication

Trinzuela Technical Vocational Institute
Scarborough, Tobago
2003.07 - 2003.12

Certificate of Higher Education - Book-Keeping and Accounts

Trinzuela Technical and Vocational Institute
Scarborough, Tobago
2003.12 - 2004.04

Certificate of Higher Education - Office Administration

J-Puter Technological Institute Ltd.
Scarborough, Tobago
2002.01 - 2002.03

CXC Secondary Certificate - Principles of Business and Social Studies

Roxborough Secondary School
Roxborough, Tobago
1995.09 - 1996.06

CXC Secondary Certificate - English A, Geography, Typewriting

Roxborough Secondary School
Roxborough, Tobago
1990.09 - 1995.06

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
2021.10 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

Anglia Ruskin University/SAM Caribbean Ltd.
2007.09 - 2010.06

School Facilitator

Family Life
2005.01 - 2021.07

Diploma of Higher Education - Software Applications

Trinzuela Technical & Vocational Institute
2004.03 - 2005.05

Certificate of Higher Education - Book-Keeping and Accounts

Trinzuela Technical and Vocational Institute
2003.12 - 2004.04

Certificate of Higher Education - Office Procedures

Trinzuela Technical & Vocational Institute
2003.07 - 2004.04

Certificate of Higher Education - English for Business Communication

Trinzuela Technical Vocational Institute
2003.07 - 2003.12

Handyman

Division of Infrastructure and Public Utilities
2002.03 - 2004.11

Certificate of Higher Education - Office Administration

J-Puter Technological Institute Ltd.
2002.01 - 2002.03

Diploma of Higher Education - Professional Secretary

Thomson Education Direct
2001.06 - 2003.03

Clerk

National Insurance Board
2001.05 - 2002.02

Clerk/Typist

Magistrate Court
2000.02 - 2000.11

Field Officer

Elections And Boundaries Commission
1999.07 - 1999.12

Field Support Officer

Water and Sewerage Authority
1998.08 - 1998.12

CXC Secondary Certificate - Principles of Business and Social Studies

Roxborough Secondary School
1995.09 - 1996.06

CXC Secondary Certificate - English A, Geography, Typewriting

Roxborough Secondary School
1990.09 - 1995.06
Marla Frank-McPherson