DANA-LEE SINGH
Kingston
Summary
A passionate and well organized individual who firmly believes that maintaining high-quality standards is essential to the success of any organization. Equipped with a diverse set of skills, I aim to enhance the organization's productivity as a Quality Assurance Officer by implementing effective quality control measures, streamlining processes, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. My focus is on driving continuous improvement, promoting operational excellence, and ensuring customer satisfaction while fostering a culture of accountability and precision within the department.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Haile Selassie High School
09.2005 - Current
- Providing differentiated instruction tailored to diverse students needs, while leading the classroom with a focus on motivation and engagement.
- Kept updated on new technologies and teaching techniques to enhance the learning process.
- Ensured compliance with confidentiality laws and maintained essential documentation for the MOESYI.
- Established an efficient behaviour management system and fostered a positive, active learning environment with clear expectations.
- Successfully advocated for improvements to create a more conducive teaching and learning atmosphere.
Grade Coordinator
Haile Selassie High School
09.2008 - Current
- Lead student recruitment and placement, aligning corrective programmes with the school's values to enhance performance and behaviour.
- Build strong relationships with teachers and parents to maintain discipline and address the needs of the students.
- Boost teacher satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing necessary resources for success.
- Streamline grade coordination process through efficient communication with teachers and administrators.
- Empower students to achieve their full potential through comprehensive academic advising services tailored to individual abilities and aspirations.
- Expedite administrative tasks through proficient use of educational software programs and digital record-keeping systems.
- Support staff recruitment initiatives for high-quality program delivery.
Head of Department
Haile Selassie High School
09.2009 - 08.2017
- Led curriculum changes to enhance student learning and aligned innovation with the school's strategic plans.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student performance in internal and external examinations.
- Conducted workshops to boost departmental productivity, supported recruitment, and managed staff allocation.
- Oversaw operational, budgeting, and record-keeping requirements while ensuring efficient and safe resource use.
- Provided mentorship and leadership to the department, fostering collaboration and motivation.
- Conducted monthly meetings to monitor performance goals and set improvement targets.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to meet performance objectives and established metrics to track progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Developed leadership skills among team members to promote internal advancement.
- Evaluated employee performance fairly and accurately, rewarding hard work while addressing areas needing improvement.
Dean of Discipline (Acted)
Haile Selassie High School
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Developed and implemented programmes for positive behaviour, monitored student behavioural contracts, and maintained attendance and truancy logs.
- Communicated disciplinary concerns with parents and staff and coordinated activities to ensure campus safety.
- Provided interventions that reduced student altercations and resolved major disciplinary issues through collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
- Established an efficient record-keeping system and led initiatives to minimize school violence.
- Supervised admissions programs, student recruitment and retention.
- Led the development of interdisciplinary programs, connecting various departments and fostering a collaborative learning environment.
Education
CEMBA - Business Administration
University of The Commonwealth Caribbean
Kingston06-2025
Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Management
University College of The Caribbean
Kingston06.2011
Dip. - Mathematics & Physical Education
Church Teacher’s College
Manchester06.2005
Certificate - Mathematics And Science
Central Connecticut University
Connecticut06.2004
Skills
- Mentoring
- Recruitment and hiring
- Organizing Training Programmes
- Critical Thinking
- Event Planning
- Supervising incumbents
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Staff training
- Quality management systems
- Team development
Special Achievements
- Coordinator - revitalized the School’s Annual Prize Giving, spearheaded the procurement of rewards for over two hundred (200) students annually
- Main Coordinator - spearheaded the implementation of Social Studies Annual Quiz Competition,
- Assistant Coordinator - played an integral role in the procurement of gifts for the annual Staff Awards Ceremony,
- Staff Advisor - The Duke of Edinburgh Programme - mentored over fifty at-risk youths over the course of four years, 2005 - 2010
- Assistant Staff Advisor - the School's Student Council - provided advisement for students and staff members on matters of student governance and student rights; acted as a mediator among administration, staff and students,
- Assistant Coordinator - Assisted in coordinating the school's annual graduation ceremony
- Special Recognition for Most Helpful Teacher, 07/11
- Special Recognition for Involvement in Extracurricular Activities, 07/11
Hobbies and Interests
- Participating in voluntary work, runs and walk
- Playing badminton, volleyball
- Interior design
Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeFull TimeWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Personal development programsFlexible work hoursWork from home optionWork Availability
monday
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thursday
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sunday
morning
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Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 10 staff members.
Quote
Whether you think you can or whether you think you can’t, you’re right!
Henry Ford
Timeline
Dean of Discipline (Acted)
Haile Selassie High School
09.2017 - 08.2018
Head of Department
Haile Selassie High School
09.2009 - 08.2017
Grade Coordinator
Haile Selassie High School
09.2008 - Current
Teacher
Haile Selassie High School
09.2005 - Current
CEMBA - Business Administration
University of The Commonwealth Caribbean
Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Management
University College of The Caribbean
Dip. - Mathematics & Physical Education
Church Teacher’s College
Certificate - Mathematics And Science
Central Connecticut University
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