Marlene George-Brooks
Portmore,Jamaica
Summary
Dynamic instructional leader with a proven track record in specializing in curriculum development and teacher training. Expert in integrating technology and fostering collaborative learning, significantly enhancing educational outcomes. Skilled in analytical thinking and instructional leadership, I drive educational excellence and innovation. Innovative Instructional Leader known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in curriculum development, educational technology integration, and teacher mentoring. Excel in leadership, communication, and problem-solving to enhance educational outcomes. Committed to fostering collaborative environments that stimulate growth and learning.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
INSTRUCTIONAL & CURRICULUM SPECIALIST, GRADE 1 COORDINATOR/SUPERVISOR
Sts. Peter & Paul Preparatory School
09.2020 - Current
- Ensures that the materials selected are of a rigorous, high-quality in alignment with the MoE's curriculum
- Collaborates with teaching staff in the development, writing and implementation of school curriculum
- Manages programme implementation of selected curriculum, assessment tools and any supplemental materials
- Aligns programme practices and standards to support quality implementation
- Coordinates teacher training and professional development on selected curricula
- Provides support to classroom education staff in creating and evaluating lesson plans that are faithful to the curriculum and developmentally appropriate
- Reviews lesson plans and provides teachers with timely feedback and recommendations
- Maintains assessment and lesson plan schedules and ensures they are adhered to by teaching staff
- Works with staff to ensure all curriculum objectives are aligned with the school's core standards
- Organizes all in-house staff development training
- Assists in the organization and coordination of professional staff development
- Collaborates with classroom education staff to develop individual professional development plans for each staff member in conjunction with the school's administrative team
- Identifies professional development opportunities offered by professional development providers and others that align to teaching staff goals and needs
- Develops and facilitate a professional learning community focused on instructional excellence
- Conducts regular observation in all assigned classrooms and maintain records assessment implementation and execution literacy and mathematical trends for educators
- Engages education staff in individual and group reflective coaching to discuss observations and develop a plan to strengthen challenging areas and build on areas of strengths
- Supports peer observation and learning between classrooms/sites
- Participates in professional development opportunities, including workshops and conferences, to bring new and emerging best practices into the programme
- Evaluates and makes recommendations for purchase and incorporation of texts, material, resources and technology that will support instructional quality and integrate them into classroom instruction and programme practices
- Develops internal systems and procedures that advance instructional quality
GRADE 6 TEACHER
Sts. Peter & Paul Preparatory School
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Implemented developmentally appropriate practices using the National Standard Curriculum to support students in realizing their potential through the planning and execution of best practices
- Coordinated the school's first Scholastic Book Club program in order to facilitate and garner students love for books and boost literacy development
- Read Across Jamaica Coordinator
- Tawny Owl for the school's Brownie Pack
- Tourism Quiz Coach
- Math In My World Video Competition Coach
GRADE 4 TEACHER
Sts. Peter & Paul Preparatory School
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Implemented developmentally appropriate practices using the National Standard Curriculum to support students in realizing their potential through the planning and execution of best practices
- Coordinated the school's first Scholastic Book Club program in order to facilitate and garner students love for books and boost literacy development
- Read Across Jamaica Coordinator
- Tawny Owl for the school's Brownie Pack
- Tourism Quiz Coach
- Math In My World Video Competition Coach
KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
Sts. Peter & Paul Preparatory School
11.2014 - 01.2018
- Implemented developmentally appropriate practices to support students in realizing their potential through the planning and execution of best practices
- Coordinated the school's first Scholastic Book Club program in order to facilitate and garner students love for books and boost literacy development
- Tawny Owl for the school's Brownie Pack
KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
Baltimore City Public Schools, Liberty Elementary School
Baltimore, United States
04.2013 - 01.2014
KINDERGARTEN EARLY LEARNING LIAISON REPRESENTATIVE, TEACHER
Hopkins & Temple University Department of Education
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Demonstrated best practices for the use of Oral Language Development for Early Childhood Teachers
- Piloted the program for both Universities and funders of the literacy initiative
EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER FACILITATOR AND TRAINER
Baltimore City Public Schools, Early Learning
Baltimore, United States
01.2009 - 01.2014
- Maryland Model of School Readiness for Kindergarten students
- Systematic Professional Development( Mathematics & Literacy)
- Kindergarten Readiness Assessment (KRA)
- Early Learning Programs Liaison
PRE-KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
Baltimore City Public Schools, Baltimore, Maryland
Baltimore, United States
04.2008 - 05.2013
- Implemented developmentally appropriate practices by using data to aid in the planning and execution of instructions
- Raising A Reader Parent and students' literacy initiative coordinator
- School team teacher Mentor
- Initiated and coordinated the school's first Career Day
- Pre-kindergarten Early Learning Liaison Representative
CURRICULUM WRITER
Baltimore City Public Schools, Baltimore, Maryland
Baltimore, United States
01.2011 - 01.2011
- Created the supplemental activities to compliment lessons for the curriculum
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR
St. Peter & Paul Preparatory School, Kingston/St. Andrew, Ministry of Education, Jamaica
, Jamaica
08.2006 - 10.2008
- Implemented developmentally appropriate instructional practices for Upper K 2 students
- Initiated and coordinated READ ACROSS JAMAICA DAY which polled local business owners and representatives sharing their time by reading stories
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR
Waterford Infant School, Portmore, Ministry of Education, St. Catherine, Jamaica
Portmore, Jamaica
11.2000 - 07.2006
- Implemented developmentally appropriate instructional practices for K 1 students
- Initiated and coordinated READ ACROSS JAMAICA DAY which polled local business owners and representatives sharing their time by reading stories
Education
CERTIFICATE - ASPIRING PRINCIPALS' PROGRAMME -
National College For Educational Leadership
06.2025
CERTIFICATE - LEADERSHIP & SCHOOL POLICY -
National College For Educational Leadership
09.2024
CERTIFICATE - LEADERSHIP FOR SAFER SCHOOL -
National College For Educational Leadership
08.2024
MASTER OF SCIENCE - EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP, MANAGEMENT AND EMERGENT TECHNOLOGIES -
MIU City University
04.2023
CHILD FRIENDLY SCHOOLS -
National College of Educational Leadership
12.2022
MANAGEMENT SKILLS AND LEADERSHIP -
MIU City University
08.2022
STRATEGIC MIDDLE MANAGEMENT -
National College of Educational Leadership
08.2022
VIRTUAL INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP -
National College for Education Leadership
09.2021
DESIGNING ONLINE CONTENT AND INSTRUCTION -
Waldorf University
08.2020
MASTER OF SCIENCE - CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTIONS -
American College of Education
10.2011
Bachelor of Science - Teaching & Learning (Primary Education )
Nova Southeastern University
3300 S University Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 3332806-2007
Diploma - Primary
Mico University College
1 A Marescaux Rd, Kingston06-2000
Skills
- Processes and Acquisition of Reading Skills
- Reading and Literacy Instructions for Early Childhood and Elementary Grades
- Diagnostic
- Administration and management
- Technology integration
- Analytical thinking
- Group and individual instruction
- Course material development
- Student Academic Forecasting
- Growth Mindset thinking
- Task prioritization
- Training materials development
- Education and training
- Educational materials
- Problem-solving
- Customer relations
- Motivation
- Public speaking
- Instructional leadership
- Collaborative learning
Affiliations
Jamaica Teaching Council, 2016-Present, Lead Teacher
Certification
- Primary Education, Current, Jamaica Teaching Council
- Maryland State Department of Education Advance Professional Certification, 2008-present, Pre-K to 3rd grade
- Ontario College of Teachers, Current, Primary and Junior Division
Accomplishments
Jamaica Teachers Association Liaison Teacher
References
- Dr. Worrell Hibbert, Principal of St. Andrew Technical High School, (876) 480-2680, stathsprincipal@gmail.com
- Mr. Lindon Edwards, Principal of Bridgeport Primary, 876 8506070, lyndonedwards2013@gmail.com
Timeline
INSTRUCTIONAL & CURRICULUM SPECIALIST, GRADE 1 COORDINATOR/SUPERVISOR
Sts. Peter & Paul Preparatory School
09.2020 - Current
GRADE 6 TEACHER
Sts. Peter & Paul Preparatory School
09.2019 - 01.2020
GRADE 4 TEACHER
Sts. Peter & Paul Preparatory School
09.2018 - 01.2019
KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
Sts. Peter & Paul Preparatory School
11.2014 - 01.2018
KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
Baltimore City Public Schools, Liberty Elementary School
04.2013 - 01.2014
KINDERGARTEN EARLY LEARNING LIAISON REPRESENTATIVE, TEACHER
Hopkins & Temple University Department of Education
01.2012 - 01.2014
CURRICULUM WRITER
Baltimore City Public Schools, Baltimore, Maryland
01.2011 - 01.2011
EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER FACILITATOR AND TRAINER
Baltimore City Public Schools, Early Learning
01.2009 - 01.2014
PRE-KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
Baltimore City Public Schools, Baltimore, Maryland
04.2008 - 05.2013
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR
St. Peter & Paul Preparatory School, Kingston/St. Andrew, Ministry of Education, Jamaica
08.2006 - 10.2008
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR
Waterford Infant School, Portmore, Ministry of Education, St. Catherine, Jamaica
11.2000 - 07.2006
CERTIFICATE - ASPIRING PRINCIPALS' PROGRAMME -
National College For Educational Leadership
CERTIFICATE - LEADERSHIP & SCHOOL POLICY -
National College For Educational Leadership
CERTIFICATE - LEADERSHIP FOR SAFER SCHOOL -
National College For Educational Leadership
MASTER OF SCIENCE - EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP, MANAGEMENT AND EMERGENT TECHNOLOGIES -
MIU City University
CHILD FRIENDLY SCHOOLS -
National College of Educational Leadership
MANAGEMENT SKILLS AND LEADERSHIP -
MIU City University
STRATEGIC MIDDLE MANAGEMENT -
National College of Educational Leadership
VIRTUAL INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP -
National College for Education Leadership
DESIGNING ONLINE CONTENT AND INSTRUCTION -
Waldorf University
MASTER OF SCIENCE - CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTIONS -
American College of Education
Bachelor of Science - Teaching & Learning (Primary Education )
Nova Southeastern University
Diploma - Primary
Mico University College
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