Dervin Cochrane
Kingston,Jamaica
Summary
Experienced educator and administrator with expertise in Special Education, Educational Administration, and Policy Development. Proven ability to design and implement programs that drive student achievement and institutional growth. Skilled in curriculum development, teacher training, legal analysis, and strategic planning.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
A.R.R.O.W Literacy Lead
Ministry of Education, Youth and Information
10.2024 - Current
- Implemented the A.R.R.O.W (Aural, Read, Respond, Oral, Write) Program, enhancing literacy outcomes through tailored interventions.
- Collected and analyzed performance data, offering actionable feedback to teachers.
- Engaged stakeholders to foster supportive learning community.
Pathway Coach
Ministry of Education, Youth and Information
09.2016 - Current
- Developed and assessed Alternate Pathways to Secondary Education (APSE) programs.
- Conducted teacher training to support students with special needs.
- Authored business proposals for literacy clinics and solar energy projects.
Assistant Grade Coordinator
Ministry of Education, Youth and Information
09.2019 - 09.2021
- Managed student discipline
- Supported the Dean of Discipline in operational duties
Regional Coordinator
Ministry of Education Youth and Information
05.2011 - 06.2012
- Oversaw implementation of national education policies in Region 6.
- Coordinated distribution of educational technologies to schools in Region 6.
- Collaborated closely with other Regional Coordinators to share best practices, optimize resource allocation, and drive overall company success.
- Provided regular updates to senior management on regional progress, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
- Established positive work environment that encouraged teamwork and facilitated open communication among team members.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes for improved regional performance outcomes.
Special Education Teacher
Salvation Army School for the Blind
09.2006 - 03.2007
- Designed and delivered individualized lessons for visually impaired students
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational Planning and Social Development
University of The West Indies (UWI)
Mona Campus Kingston 7, Jamaica, W.I.11.2026
Master of Education - Educational Administration
UWI
Mona Campus Kingston 7, Jamaica, W.I.11.2020
Bachelor of Laws -
University of Technology (UTECH)
237 Hope Road, Kingston 6 07.2017
Bachelor of Education - Special Education
Mico University
1A Marescaux Road, Kingston 509.2010
Diploma in Education - Special Education
Mico University
1A Marescaux Road, Kingston 505.2007
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Team collaboration
- Stakeholder engagement
- Curriculum design
- Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
- Teacher training
- Labour Law
- Education Law
- Human Rights Law
- Data analysis
- Policy design
- MS Office
- Excellent interpersonal communication
- Verbal communication
- Written communication
- MS Office Suite
- Human Resource Information Systems
- Data Analysis Tools
- Reading intervention
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Teaching strategies
Certification
- CPR Certification
- Anti-Money Laundering (AML)
- Mico Diagnostic Kit (MICO CARE)
Accomplishments
- Secured funding for the Papine High Greenhouse and Glengoffe High Literacy Clinic.
- Established literacy and numeracy programs recognized for measurable student improvement.
- Spearheaded the creation of solar energy initiatives at multiple institutions.
- Developed a comprehensive policy document for Papine High stakeholders.
Affiliationsandvolunteeractivities
- Member, Philosophy of Education Movement of the Caribbean (PEMCA)
- Coordinator, Glengoffe High Chess and Word Power Clubs
- Volunteer, Read Across Jamaica Initiative
- Member, Jamaica Association for Children with Learning Disabilities
Corecompetencies
Strategic planning, team collaboration, and stakeholder engagement., Curriculum design, Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and teacher training., Proficient in Labour, Education, and Human Rights Law., Data analysis, policy design, and proficiency in MS Office., Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Timeline
A.R.R.O.W Literacy Lead
Ministry of Education, Youth and Information
10.2024 - Current
Assistant Grade Coordinator
Ministry of Education, Youth and Information
09.2019 - 09.2021
Pathway Coach
Ministry of Education, Youth and Information
09.2016 - Current
Regional Coordinator
Ministry of Education Youth and Information
05.2011 - 06.2012
Special Education Teacher
Salvation Army School for the Blind
09.2006 - 03.2007
Doctor of Education - Educational Planning and Social Development
University of The West Indies (UWI)
Master of Education - Educational Administration
UWI
Bachelor of Laws -
University of Technology (UTECH)
Bachelor of Education - Special Education
Mico University
Diploma in Education - Special Education
Mico University
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