Meziah Edwards
Brooklyn
Summary
Organized and dependable individual, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Classroom Teacher
East Flatbush Ascend Lower School
08.2023 - Current
- Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve and collaborate with families in educational process.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
Committee Member: Education Committee
Eastern Credit Union
05.2023 - Current
- Attends committee meetings to propose, discuss and advance education of members.
- Spearheaded promotional events to raise awareness and promote initiatives.
- Developed ideas for special projects.
Research Assistant
PhD Candidates
01.2020 - Current
- Arranged research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Created PowerPoint presentations
- Gathered relevant research articles
- Proofread Chapter submissions
Kindergarten Teacher
The Athenian Presecondary School
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Creates, manages and implements variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for 10 students, including 2 with special needs, to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives.
- Identifies characteristics, needs, abilities and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches.
- Uses behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to teach and reinforce social skills.
- Works collaboratively with staff.
- Reports to parents and administration about student progress.
- Works flexible hours; weekends and evening shifts for school events.
Part Time Tutor
Children of the (Ali's; Duncombe's; Rivas')
01.2020 - 07.2023
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
ESL Teacher
Istituto di Alba
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
Camp Counselor
EPL Sporting Complex
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Worked with over 100 children of varying ages, interests, skills, and developmental levels.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to create and coordinate fun activities for campers.
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to the supervisor.
Teacher's Aide
The Ministry of Labour/Ministry of Education
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Partnered with Head Teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Executed daily tasks such as monitoring the class and taking attendance (online and in-person).
- Created some lesson materials, visuals, and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Assisted and mentored at-risk students individually or in groups of up to eight by reviewing lesson teachings and creating activities for improvement and error correction.
Sales Associate - Part Time
EasiPharm Ltd / Easimobile
12.2017 - 01.2021
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Completed paperwork with 100% accuracy for customer sign for bmobile services.
Education
Certificate - UX/UI Design Boot Camp
Columbia University in The City of New York
New York, NY06.2024
Bachelor - Education
The University of The West Indies - St. Augustine Campus
St Augustine06.2022
CELTA - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
Cambridge Assessment English
IH Quito Ecuador10.2021
Certificate - Pre Science And Agriculture
The University of The West Indies - St. Augustine Campus
St Augustine2019
High School Diploma -
St. Joseph's Convent
St. Joseph, Tunapuna/Piarco Regional Corporation2018
Skills
- Enthusiastic and patient
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Extremely organized and self-motivated
- Instructional Design
- Adaptability
- Education Administration
- Lesson Planning
- Elementary Education
- Educational Games
- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA certified)
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Policy Improvements
- Educational Events
Certification
- Trinidad and Tobago Blind Welfare Association (TTBWA) - Letter of Endorsement in Student Aide Training (2022)
- Synergy Training Institute - Certificates in Learning Disabilities, Special Education, Early Childhood Care and Education (2021)
Accomplishments
UNESCO DELEGATE IMUN 2018
Conducted research and successfully debated on Child Brides
NASA SPACE CAMP 2017
Team Lead
Completed STEM challenges, placed 2nd overall
References
- Ms. Kezia Reece (Principal, The Athenian Presecondary School) - 1 (868)663-2214
- Mrs. Bernicia Lindsay (Team Lead, EasiPharm Ltd.) - 1 (868)752-5934
- Ms. Michaela Garcia (Manager, bmobile) - 1 (868)376-2858
Timeline
General Classroom Teacher
East Flatbush Ascend Lower School
08.2023 - Current
Committee Member: Education Committee
Eastern Credit Union
05.2023 - Current
ESL Teacher
Istituto di Alba
12.2022 - 01.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
The Athenian Presecondary School
09.2022 - 08.2023
Camp Counselor
EPL Sporting Complex
07.2022 - 08.2022
Teacher's Aide
The Ministry of Labour/Ministry of Education
02.2021 - 07.2022
Research Assistant
PhD Candidates
01.2020 - Current
Part Time Tutor
Children of the (Ali's; Duncombe's; Rivas')
01.2020 - 07.2023
Sales Associate - Part Time
EasiPharm Ltd / Easimobile
12.2017 - 01.2021
Certificate - UX/UI Design Boot Camp
Columbia University in The City of New York
Bachelor - Education
The University of The West Indies - St. Augustine Campus
CELTA - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
Cambridge Assessment English
Certificate - Pre Science And Agriculture
The University of The West Indies - St. Augustine Campus
High School Diploma -
St. Joseph's Convent
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