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Brittney Duplessis

Carellie, Castries,,St. Lucia

Summary

Dynamic educator and administrator with proven expertise in fostering student growth and managing school operations, honed at the Ministry of Education. Excelled in creating inclusive learning environments and leveraging technology integration, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving abilities and effective communication. Achieved significant improvements in student engagement and administrative efficiency through innovative strategies and teamwork.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Primary School Teacher

Ministry of Education
Castries, St. Lucia
09.2016 - Current
  • Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
  • Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and concerns.
  • Oversaw class field trips to keep students safe and educate about related topics.
  • Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
  • Prepared, administered and graded daily work and tests to evaluate student's progress.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively using positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving exercises in the classroom setting.
  • Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
  • Communicated regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavior.

Primary School Secretary

Ministry of Education
Castries, St. Lucia
09.2012 - 07.2016
  • Used voice recorder or notepad to compose and transcribe meeting minutes.
  • Performed data entry into computer systems; ensured accuracy of all entered information.
  • Handled confidential information regarding students carefully and with discretion.
  • Provided assistance with special projects or assignments as needed.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance data on a daily basis.
  • Resolved issues with parents using active listening skills to de-escalate difficult situations.
  • Provided administrative support to the principal, teachers, and other school personnel.
  • Communicated with parents, teachers and members of public with patient demeanor.
  • Ordered supplies as needed; tracked inventory levels and placed orders with vendors when necessary.
  • Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders when necessary.
  • Maintained filing systems for confidential documents; organized files for easy retrieval of information when requested.
  • Oversaw staff correspondence, record tracking and data communications, resulting in improved automation of office operations.
  • Updated the school's website with relevant news items or announcements.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Developmental Psychology

University of The Southern Caribbean
Trinidad & Tobago
12-2025

Teaching To Reach Boys - Certificate - Education

Jamica Teaching Council
Jamica
05-2023

Mathematics For Everyone - Certificate - Education

ProFuturo
12-2022

Some College (No Degree) - Social Work - Certificate

Sir Arthur Lewis Community Collage
The Morne St. Lucia
12-2021

Associate Degree in Education - Teacher Education- Primary Level

The University of The West Indies
Cave Hill Campus, Barbados, West Indies
05-2020

Skills

  • Child development
  • effective communication
  • Growth mindset
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Creative lesson planning
  • Distance learning
  • Adaptability
  • Expectation management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Team collaboration
  • Patience and persistence
  • Reliability
  • Time management
  • Positive behavior techniques
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Decision-making
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Behavior modification
  • Analytical skills
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Technology integration
  • Child psychology
  • Written communication
  • Anti-bullying strategies
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Self-motivation
  • Critical thinking
  • Understanding and assessing human behavior
  • Completing tasks in a timely manner

Affiliations

  • hiking
  • singing
  • writing poems and books

Languages

English
First Language

Timeline

Primary School Teacher

Ministry of Education
09.2016 - Current

Primary School Secretary

Ministry of Education
09.2012 - 07.2016

Bachelor of Science - Developmental Psychology

University of The Southern Caribbean

Teaching To Reach Boys - Certificate - Education

Jamica Teaching Council

Mathematics For Everyone - Certificate - Education

ProFuturo

Some College (No Degree) - Social Work - Certificate

Sir Arthur Lewis Community Collage

Associate Degree in Education - Teacher Education- Primary Level

The University of The West Indies

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