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Roxanne Applewhaite

Piarco

Summary

Dynamic Secondary School History Teacher from the Ministry of Education, excelled in elevating student engagement and critical thinking through inquiry-based teaching and effective communication. Spearheaded interdisciplinary lesson plans and innovative field trips, significantly enhancing learning outcomes. Expert in historical analysis and collaborative learning, consistently boosting academic performance and classroom participation.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Secondary School HistoryTeacher

Ministry Of Education
09.2005 - Current
  • Mentored struggling students, offering personalized instruction and support to improve academic performance.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in history education and enhance the quality of instruction provided.
  • Implemented effective classroom management techniques, maintaining an orderly and respectful learning environment for all students.
  • Organized engaging field trips to historical sites that complemented curriculum topics while providing hands-on learning experiences for students.
  • Increased classroom participation with thought-provoking questions and real-world examples relevant to course content.
  • Boosted students'' critical thinking skills through engaging historical debates and simulations.
  • Assessed student progress regularly through quizzes, exams, essays, and class discussions, adjusting instructional methods as necessary to ensure continued growth.
  • Collaborated with fellow educators to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of historical events and their connections to other subjects.
  • Established clear expectations for student behavior and academic performance from the outset of each school year, creating a foundation for success both inside and outside the classroom.
  • Prepared various classroom activities and assessment methods to promote retention of study materials.

Education

History

University of The West Indies
St. Augustine, Trinidad And Tobago
05.2001

Skills

  • Inquiry-Based Teaching
  • Historical Analysis
  • Student Engagement
  • Collaborative learning
  • Student Records Management
  • Historical Research
  • Student Advising
  • Effective Communication
  • Lesson Planning

Certification

TSL certificate

Timeline

Secondary School HistoryTeacher

Ministry Of Education
09.2005 - Current

History

University of The West Indies
Roxanne Applewhaite