Trudy-Ann Bailey-Webster
Philadelphia
Summary
I am a highly skilled English teacher with a background in both secondary and post-secondary education. As a former Head of Department, I am au fait in curriculum development, student engagement strategies, and classroom management techniques. My skill set includes communication, leadership, and innovation in teaching methods. My track record demonstrates a positive impact on student learning outcomes through creative lesson planning and individualized instruction.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher of English - Head of Department
Mona High School
Kingston
09.2011 - 08.2024
- Adapted teaching methods based on each student's unique needs and abilities.
- Facilitated small group discussions on a variety of topics related to English literature and language arts.
- Incorporated technology into daily lessons to enhance instruction.
- Provided feedback on written assignments submitted by students.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress throughout the school year.
- Designed assessments to monitor student progress in English language development.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop new strategies for teaching English as a second language.
- Developed and implemented English curriculum to meet the needs of students.
- Created lesson plans, handouts, and other materials for teaching English grammar, reading comprehension, and creative writing skills.
Teacher of English- Head of Department
Institute of Academic Excellence
Kingston
09.2010 - 08.2011
- Adapted teaching methods based on each student's unique needs and abilities.
- Conducted classroom activities to encourage student engagement in language learning.
- Facilitated small group discussions on a variety of topics related to English literature and language arts.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop new strategies for teaching English as a second language.
- Provided feedback on written assignments submitted by students.
- Designed assessments to monitor student progress in English language development.
- Incorporated technology into daily lessons to enhance instruction.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other forms of assessment.
- Created lesson plans, handouts, and other materials for teaching English grammar, reading comprehension, and creative writing skills.
Teacher of English
The Queen's School
Kingston
09.2005 - 08.2006
- Provided individualized feedback to students on their writing assignments.
- Encouraged open communication between teachers and parents regarding student progress.
- Created a variety of activities designed to engage students in the learning process.
- Adapted educational materials according to the needs of each individual student.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and performance evaluations.
- Established a safe classroom environment conducive to learning by setting clear expectations.
- Conducted regular assessments of student progress in order to track learning outcomes.
Education
Master of Arts - Language Education
University of The West Indies
Kingston, Jamaica05-2015
Post Graduate Diploma in Education - English Language
University of The West Indies
Kingston, Jamaica05-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Literatures in English, Political Science (min.)
University of The West Indies
Kingston, Jamaica05-2004
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Technology integration
- Literature analysis
- Language instruction
- Creative lesson planning
- Team building
- Student-centered learning
- Creative and expository writing
- Verbal and written communication
Websites
Timeline
Teacher of English - Head of Department
Mona High School
09.2011 - 08.2024
Teacher of English- Head of Department
Institute of Academic Excellence
09.2010 - 08.2011
Teacher of English
The Queen's School
09.2005 - 08.2006
Master of Arts - Language Education
University of The West Indies
Post Graduate Diploma in Education - English Language
University of The West Indies
Bachelor of Arts - Literatures in English, Political Science (min.)
University of The West Indies
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