J anelle Cambridge

" P a s s i o n a t e A b o u t S u c c e s s "

Nassau, Bahamas 242-***-**** adyu9j@r.postjobfree.com CORE PROFICIENCIES

Training Solutions Coaching Talent Management Leadership Development Facilitation and Engagement Curriculum & Instruction Design Learning Analysis & Analytics Change Management E-Learning Performance Management HR Core Functions Learning Strategy Collaboration Team Building Succession Planning EXPERIENCE

SKILLS

• Interpersonal Skills

• Leadership

• Decision Making

• Creativity

• Communication Skills

• Efficient

• Project Management

• Planning Skills

• SOP Knowledge

• Computer Skills

• Event Planning

• Coaching

• Literacy Training

PRESENTATIONS

• Ministry of Education

Summer Workshops –

2016 - 2019

• Trinidad Reading

Conference - 2018

• Florida Reading

Conference – 2016, 2017

• Adult Education

Research Conference -

Harrisburg,

Pennsylvania. 2014

• Our Carmichael Group

January 2022 – Present (HR Generalist Shadowing Program - Baha Mar Hotel

& Casino Nassau, Bahamas)

• Observe the daily functions of Human Resources including hiring and interviewing staff, benefits and leave, immigration, communications and social media, and labor and employee relations

November 2022 – Present (Outreach Programs Manager - Baha Mar Hotel & Casino Nassau, Bahamas)

• Develop and execute outreach plans to increase brand awareness and build relationships with key influencers at the Ministry of Education, Bahamas Hotel & Tourism Association, National Training Agency, Department of Labor, and the Ministry of Tourism

• Research and identify new opportunities for partnerships locally and internationally

• Manage budgeting, reporting, and invoicing for all outreach initiatives

• Plan, organize, and oversee logistics for outreach internal and external events

• Monitor industry trends and news to identify potential opportunities or threats to recruitment

• Coordinate and manage internships, externships, and high school initiatives

• Conduct external interviews for outreach programs and initiatives Aug. 2018 – November 2022 (Learning & Development Manager - Baha Mar Hotel & Casino Nassau, Bahamas)

• Conducts annual training and development needs assessment

• Develops training and development programs and objectives

• Administers spending against the departmental budget

• Obtains and /or develops effective training materials utilizing a variety of media

• Leads training for directors, managers, supervisors, and others involved in employee development efforts

• Conducts follow-up studies of all completed training to evaluate and measure results

• Implement various learning methods companywide (e.g., coaching, job-shadowing, online training)

• Assess the success of development plans and help employees make the most of learning opportunities

ORGANIZATIONS

(Membership)

• The Rotary Club of

Nassau Sunrise

• Bahamas Literacy

Association

• International Literacy

Association

• Caribbean Literacy

Association

• LitRAG – Rotary

International Literacy

Group

AWARDS

• Bahamian Icon Award-

Education

• Outstanding Hospitality

Teacher AHLEI

• Cacique Award

PERSONAL INITIATIVES

• Tourism360 Training

• The Pop-Up Teacher

COACHED INITIATIVES

• International

Hospitality Competition

– AHLEI

• Young Chef

Competition

• Jr. Minister of Tourism

TRAINING AUDIENCE

• College Students

• High School Students

• Primary School

Students

• Educators

• School Administrators

• Industry Partners

• Directors

• Executive Leadership

• Managers

• Supervisors

• Line-Level Employees

• Parents

Aug. 2019 – 2022 Department Chair (Humanities) Bahamas Technical & Vocational Institute Nassau, Bahamas

• Promote quality in learning and instruction by using student-centered principles in leadership, management, hiring, scheduling, evaluation, and professional development

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate a department faculty of 15 instructors

• Coordinate and oversee the department's recruitment, selection, contracting, and evaluation of part-time faculty and promote research and implementation

• Coordinate the development of a student-centered course schedule, ensuring appropriate availability and sequencing of existing courses

• Provide leadership in program review and student learning outcomes assessment

• Coordinate the development, implementation, and evaluation of new courses, ensuring appropriate availability and sequencing of new courses

• Participate in developing recommendations for the department budget, including forecasting anticipated budgetary needs for staffing, equipment, and supplies; monitor departmental expenditures

• Cultivate and maintain strong partnerships with appropriate community stakeholders in support of programmatic and institutional advancement

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean of Academics and Student Affairs September 2022 – April 2022 (Youth-At-Risk Project Coordinator) Bahamas Technical

& Vocational Institute (B.T.V.I) Nassau, Bahamas

• Maintain and monitor project plans, project schedules, and work hours

• Organize, attend, and participate in stakeholder meetings

• Document and follow up on important actions and decisions from meetings

• Prepare necessary presentation materials for meetings

• Ensure project deadlines are met and determine project changes

• Provide administrative support as needed

August 2016 - present (Adjunct English/Literacy Lecturer Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute) Nassau, Bahamas

• Facilitate basic English skills including reading, writing, and speaking

• Compose and execute lessons efficiently using different styles of teaching depending on the content

• Engage students to ensure a lively classroom atmosphere

• Instruct students about the structure and content of the English language

• Support literacy instruction across the curriculum June 2015, June 2016 - (Adjunct Lecturer University of The Bahamas)

• Responsibilities same as above

Sept. 2015 – Aug. 2018 (Student Success Coach • Ministry of Education) Nassau, Bahamas

• Track and monitor the progress of at-risk students

• Provide direct support/instruction to students to improve academic achievement

• Liaise with parents to help students develop a sound direction through high school

• Coordinate professional development seminars for parents and teachers June 2014 – Oct. 2015 (Learning Specialist & Recruitment Specialist • Baha Mar Hotel)

& Casino Nassau, Bahamas

• Monitor curriculum development and community outreach projects

• Manage and update the learning management system

• Facilitate leadership courses for managers and supervisors

• Create operations manuals and deliver training programs and coordinate external facilitators

Sept. 2010 – June 2014 (Hospitality Department Supervisor & Training Facilitator • Ministry of Education) Nassau, Bahamas

• Promote student progress and development across the campus

• Review the curriculum and make recommendations for improvement

• Support teacher growth and development

• Manage budget and resources for the Hospitality Department Sept. 2008 – September 2010 (Trained Teacher – Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts • Ministry of Education) Nassau, Bahamas

• Facilitate Front Office Operations, Housekeeping, Culinary Arts, and Food and Beverage Services courses

• Deliver clear, concise, and organized lectures as required by the curriculum

• Travel with classes to field trip locations

• Assess student performance through observation, interaction, projects, and written examinations

• Maintain a positive, focused learning environment during class

• Maintain accurate records of student attendance and performance Sept. 2006 – 2008 (Employee Events Assistant – Atlantis Resort) Nassau, Bahamas

• Assist with the planning and coordination of all employee events (rewards and recognition, basketball, softball, surveys, etc.)

EDUCATION

Doctoral Studies – Language & Literacy Jul. 2018 – present University of Calgary, Canada

Training Needs Analysis Certification December 2019 Langevin Learning Services

Master's Degree Sept. 2011-Dec. 2013

College of the Bahamas - Literacy & Inclusive Education Certified Hospitality Instructor (CHI) Jun.2008

American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute

Teaching Certification Diploma Sept. 2005 – Dec. 2007 College of The Bahamas

Bachelor's Degree Sept. 1999 – Jun.2003

College of the Bahamas – Tourism Management

Diploma Sept. 1995 – Jun. 19

Bahamas Hotel Training College – Hotel Management

PUBLICATIONS

Cambridge, J., Hunter-Johnson, Y., & Newton, N. (2014). Breaking the silence of mainstream teachers' attitude towards inclusive education in the Bahamas: High school teachers' perceptions. The Qualitative Report 19(42), 1-20. Newton, N., Hunter-Johnson, Y., Farquharson, B., & Cambridge, J. (2014). Bahamian teachers' perceptions of inclusion as a foundational platform for adult education programs. International Journal of Special Education 29(2), 26-37. Hunter-Johnson, Y. Newton, N & Cambridge, J. (2014). What does teachers' perception have to do with inclusive education: A Bahamian Context? International Journal of Special Education 29(1), 143-157.

Newton, N., Hunter-Johnson, Y. Cambridge, J. (2014). Teachers' perceptions of inclusive education and its implication for adult education in the Bahamas. Adult Education Research Conference.

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