Shakeisha Hunter-Phillips

I am a professional educator who is dedicated, resourceful, and goal-driven. I am committed to ensuring every student's social and academic growth and development. My flexibility enables me to address every child's unique learning styles and abilities.

As a tech-savvy teacher, I have the skills to introduce new technologies into classrooms and improve student engagement, learning, and academic performance. I closely monitor progress and proactively adjust strategies to ensure long-term student success.

My leadership and communication skills are exceptional, and I quickly build trusting and productive relationships with students, parents, teachers, and administration. I create, monitor, and sustain a disciplined school culture of high academic and behavioral standards.

My interpersonal and communication skills are superior, which allows me to foster meaningful relationships with students, staff, and parents. I provide exceptional service, build loyal relationships, and engage, motivate, and inspire my students to learn. With my vast teaching experience in urban Jamaica, I am well-suited for any position in my specialization areas.

It is to produce respectable, educated, inspirational citizens who will "take their candles and light the world."

• Rising Star Achievers Educational Services, Managing Director 07/2020 As the Managing Director of Rising Star Achievers Educational Services, I oversee and direct all aspects of the organization's operations. Here's a breakdown of the responsibilities that are typically associated with my position:

Strategic Leadership: I am responsible for setting the overall direction and strategy of the organization in line with its mission and goals. This involves long-term planning, identifying growth opportunities, and making strategic decisions to ensure the organization's success.

Financial Management: Managing the organization's financial health is a critical aspect of my role. This includes budgeting, financial planning, ensuring economic sustainability, and overseeing financial reporting and auditing processes.

Operations Management: I oversee the organization's day-to-day activities, ensuring that all tasks are carried out efficiently and effectively. This involves managing the staff, communicating with parents and students, and ensuring the organization runs smoothly.

• Calabar Infant, Primary & Junior High School, Teacher of Primary Education, 09/2007, present, Central Kingston, Jamaica, Calabar Infant, Primary and Junior High School is situated in Central Kingston, Jamaica. It has a population of approximately 1,700 students and a teaching staff of 40, along with five supporting staff. It has a reputation as one of Jamaica's oldest Baptist Church Schools. Grade Nine Achievement National Exam being achieved at 91.2% traditional High School placements, Grade Six Achievement Test National Exam being achieved at 96.7% Traditional High School placements, Grade Four National Literacy Exam being achieved at 89.9% and Numeracy Exam being achieved at 71%, Grade Three Diagnostic Test National Exam being achieved at 92% Mastery level. The student-teacher ratio is 30:1. It is known to be one of the schools in Jamaica with exceptional performance in Festival, Speech, and Drama. Students, who have been admitted to this school, typically consider it a great opportunity and are motivated to achieve., Taught Mathematics, English Language, Science, Social Studies, Religious Education, Art & Craft to students aged 6, 9, 10, 11 and 12, Marked students work and gave constructive feedback, Monitored attendance and lateness, Delivered lively interactive lessons using multimedia and technology, Prepared weekly lesson plans, Publishing Committee Coordinator, School Welfare Committee Coordinator (2010 – 2019), Brownie Guider (Brown Owl), Staff Secretary 2007 - Present, Secretary, Kingston DA- Jamaica Teachers Association (2012 - 2015), Canteen Assistant Coordinator (2015 – 2019), External Exam Marker for Grade six Achievement Test and Grade Four Literacy and Numeracy National Exam, My pupils in Grade 6 successfully passed the National Exam (Grade Six Achievement Test) In Mathematics, English Language, Science, Social Studies, and Communication Task for the High school of choice with averages ranging from 91.3% - 99.6%., My pupils in Grade 4 successfully passed the National Exams: Grade 4 Literacy 94% and Numeracy 93%., I am currently a Grade four teacher. I have experience teaching all levels of students at this grade level. I have been teaching at this grade level for five years.
• Rise Kidz Club, Teacher of Remedial Education (Part-Time), 09/2007, present, Kingston, Jamaica, Rise Kidz Club Adolescent Educational and Life Sills Programme is an after-school program situated in eight of Kingston's most volatile inner-city communities. The communities included Parade Gardens, Fletchers Land, Allman Town, Water House, Drews land, Tower hill, Majestic Gardens and Riverton City. It had a population of 840 students. The student-teacher ratio is 25:1 and one (1) teacher assistant. The students are from various social, cultural, and economic backgrounds. The purpose of the Rise Kidz Club is to provide an opportunity for children ages 8-14 years to participate in supervised recreational, educational, and social activities in a safe and wholesome environment. It enables them to learn the importance of leadership and the necessity of self-control. It offered remedial lessons, Grade 4 National Exam Lessons, Grade 6 National Exam Lessons, counselling, life, and social skills awareness sessions. The students in the different communities well attended this program. The Rise Kidz Club Adolescent Educational and Life Sills Programme "change lives for the better.", Reading Coordinator, Teacher of Remedial Learning (6–16-year-olds), Teacher of Grade 4 Literary and Numeracy Programme (National Exam Level), Teacher of Grade 6 Achievement Test (GSAT) Programme (National Exam Level), Summer camp coordinator, Field officer, Youth Activity Coordinator, Life and Social Skills Awareness Programme Assistant coordinator, I supported a balanced reading program through the implementation of reading and writing workshops and seminars., My pupils in Grade 6 successfully passed the National Exam (Grade Six Achievement Test) In Mathematics, English Language, Science, Social Studies, and Communication Task for the High school of choice with averages ranging from 86.9% - 89.7%., My pupils in Grade 4 successfully passed the National Exam (Grade 4 Literacy 86% and Numeracy 93%).
• St. Richard’s Early Childhood Educational Centre, Teacher of Early Childhood, 09/2002, 08/2007, Kingston, Jamaica, St. Richard's Early Childhood Education Centre is one of Jamaica's best early childhood institutions with qualified, caring, and vibrant teaching staff. It is considered a model school by several Teacher's Colleges whose student teachers have benefited during their teaching practice experience. The school is neighbour to two (2) volatile communities in Kingston; occasionally, there is a flare-up of violence. Teachers and priests usually give children affected/traumatized by events such as special attention where they are counselled. There are 160 students with six (6) teachers, a principal, a cook, and a janitor completing the staff complement. There are six (6) classrooms, two (2) classes each of the same age group. The student-teacher ratio is 27:1, and each classroom has good furniture and space to ensure that the learning environment is conducive to all learners. This institution provides an excellent enrichment programme. It offers a wide variety of innovative activities and lessons to meet each child’s individual needs for learning, enhancing new skills and promoting each child's independence., Teacher of Early Childhood (3–5-year-olds), Summer school Stimulation coordinator, School Board Representative, Outreach Programme Officer, After School Care Supervisor, Sports Coordinator, I supported an enriched early stimulation program by implementing workshops and seminars.

I am currently coordinating the West Rural St. Andrew Netball Association.

My placement with many different organizations has made me a competent contributor to multiple projects, events, and activities – such as the award-winning National Festival for Teachers, while managing my daily activities. For example, I coordinated events such as "Family Evening Zone" by liaison with various divisions and groups, formulated agendas, and activities to make the program successful. In addition, I participated in many group project meetings. I have excellent communication skills; I developed and maintained good rapport with internal and external staff for the organization's success.

• 2023 - Oral Reading Fluency for all: Using Digital Tools to build Accuracy and Prosody
• 2023 - How voice technology supports equitable phonics instruction in a Science of reading world
• 2023 - Are Your Students Future Ready: Action Steps to Transform Your Learning Environment
• 2023 - Coaching for greatness: Every Teacher Deserves a coach
• 2023 - 3 ideas for implementing playful learning in early childhood classrooms
• 2023 - 5 ways to improve Reading comprehension
• 2023 - The power of mindfulness in education: Let Your Light shine
• 2023 - The power of decodable texts: Bring the science of reading and joy to reading workshop
• 2023 - Creative sparks! Using photography, art and media to enrich storytelling
• 2023 - Asking better questions for deeper thinking
• 2023 - Empowering Teachers to Reclaim Their Joy: A Rejuvenation Conversation
• 2023 - Boost Resilience at Work for Educators: Sustainable Well- Being and Sustainable Performance
• 2023 - How Execute the Science of Coaching to Accelerate Outcomes and Retain Teachers
• 2023 - Building your professional learning Network
• 2023 - Uncovering the Joy of Math: It's Not What You Think
• 2023 - From Struggle to Success in Automaticity: Harnessing the Science of Reading
• 2023 - Using Online and Mobile Apps to Target Bloom's Taxonomy: Bloom's Evaluating Level
• 2023 - Adventures in Outdoor Play
• 2023 - Key Ingredients of Effective High-Impact Online Tutoring
• 2023 - Empowering Women in Leadership: Breaking Barriers and Shaping the Future
• 2022 - MDRT ii Certification
• 2020 - Using google classroom platform
• 2019 - TEFL Certificate
• 2018 - ICT Training for Using Tablets in School
• 2017 - Tablet use in schools Training Programme
• 2016 - National Standards Curriculum “Mop –Up” Training
• 2016 - The teacher as a professional in the classroom
• 2016 - The role of the teacher in society
• 2013 - How to write Lesson plans (Ministry of Education, Jamaica)?
• 2010 - Certificate in Data Operations (National Heart Trust, Jamaica)
• 2007 - How to teach students with ADHD and other disabilities?

I enjoy reading, dancing, listening to music, watching television, and socializing. As a teacher, I exhibit leadership in multiple, sometimes overlapping, ways. Some of my leadership roles are formal, with designated responsibilities. Other more informal roles emerge as I interact with my peers. My variety of roles ensures that I can find ways to lead that fit my talents and interests. Regardless of the roles I assume, I shape the culture of my school, improve students learning, get parents involved, and influence positive practice among my peers.

1. Nessy Learning Programme - Dyslexia Awareness Training (Levels 1 and 2 certificate) in December 2023.

2. Profutoro Education Digital Training

a. Basic (I.N.N.B.) (certificate)

b. Medium (I.N.N.M.)(certificate)

c. Professional (I.N.N.P.)(certificate)

d. Advanced (I.N.N.A.)(certificate)

The courses were completed between October and November 2023.

3. Jamaica Teaching Council training for Lead teacher and Mentor teacher (certificate) in July to August 2023.