Early Childhood
Resume:
Anya Holmes
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Dedicated, enthusiastic and creative educational professional with 13+ years of experience in managing students and maximizing learning opportunities. Confident, adaptable, and organized individual currently seeking a teaching position for an opportunity to make a real difference into the lives of young learners. Deeply committed to providing creative, high-quality educational materials and superior instructional support to create the best education environment possible. Expertise in Early Childhood Education curriculum development, program design, and conveying knowledge to a diverse population of students with diverse reading needs. Proficient in Google classroom, MS Windows, Word, Excel, Publisher, Internet e-mail, and Google related tools. EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION
Erdiston Teachers’ Training College 2011 – 2012
In-Service Certificate Program in Early Childhood Education, Care and Development Outstanding Performance University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus/ Erdiston Teachers’ Training College 2010 – 2011 Diploma in Education Primary Distinction in Practice of Education Erdiston Teachers’ Training College 2009 – 2010
Teachers’ Introductory Course, Visual Arts and craft, and Promoting a Positive Learning Environment
(which includes the building of learning centers and classroom management). University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus 2000 – 2004 Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology: Upper Second Class Honors Barbados Community College 1999 – 2000
Certificates in Introduction to Psychology, Developmental Psychology, and Child Psychology COMPETENT SKILLS
● Curriculum Development
● Creative Lesson Planning
● Group & Individual Instruction
● Performance Learning Objectives
● Classroom Management Strategies
● Public Speaking & Counseling
● Time Management
● Organizational Skills
● Written & Oral Communication Skills
● Student Progress Reporting
● Class Material Preparation
● Digital Education Trends
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Contracted Trained Graduate Teacher Ministry of Education, Barbados 2008 – Present
● Foster a positive classroom environment encouraging students to learn and promoting student growth while developing an excellent rapport with them.
● Teach students science, social studies, and math lessons. Assist with grading tests and quizzes, take notes of areas where students needed further growth.
● Work with different grade students to meet their needs in the classroom, including helping them stay organized and guiding them through lessons.
● Modify the general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies. Oversee and participate in the designing, creating, and assessing of innovative activities.
● Arrange the classroom environment according to the needs of the children and in accordance with program goals and philosophy.
● Promote activities that support the intellectual and all around development of young children. Create long-term plans, unit plans and assessments, as well as weekly lesson plans in the instructional practice.
● Develop lesson plans, facilitate instruction, and formulate individualized strategies for each child. Assist in reviewing, developing, improving, and measuring the effectiveness of school policies and procedures.
● Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and needs, determine their priorities for their children, and suggest ways that they can promote learning and development. OTHER APTITUDES
Baking and icing cakes Performing arts (drama, singing, and dancing) Visual art (drawing and craft) ACCOMPLISHMENTS
● Obtained a ‘Distinction Award’ in my teaching practice
● Awarded ‘Most Outstanding Students’ in my Early Childhood Certificate
● Acted as an Early Childhood Coordinator for 4 years
● Awarded National Distinguished Teachers Award in 2019 for the Nursery/Preschool Section
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