Natasha Bethell-Sands
Rock Sound, Eleuthera
Summary
Proactive School Principal with extensive experience in classroom evaluations, staff training, and community engagement. Skilled in managing budgets, fostering positive relationships, and improving student outcomes through data analysis. Bringing strong organizational leadership, staff development, and student discipline expertise to advance educational initiatives.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Bahamas Government, Ministry of Education
Tarpum Bay Primary
08.2020 - Current
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
- Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
Principal
Bahamas Government, Ministry of Education
Wemyss Bight Primary
08.2013 - 08.2020
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
Principal
Bahamas Government, Ministry of Education
Rock Sound Primary
03.2009 - 08.2013
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
Trained Teacher
Bahamas Government, Ministry of Education
Nassau, Bahamas
04.1993 - 03.2009
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching skills.
- Established strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to promote a supportive educational community.
- Assessed student performance using various evaluation tools, providing valuable feedback for improvement.
- Prepared engaging lesson materials that catered to diverse learning styles and encouraged active participation from all students.
Trained Teacher
Hosanna House
Nassau, Bahamas
01.1993 - 04.1993
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching skills.
- Established strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to promote a supportive educational community.
- Prepared engaging lesson materials that catered to diverse learning styles and encouraged active participation from all students.
- Assessed student performance using various evaluation tools, providing valuable feedback for improvement.
Trained Teacher
Lyford Cay School
Nassau, Bahamas
09.1992 - 12.1992
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching skills.
- Assessed student performance using various evaluation tools, providing valuable feedback for improvement.
- Established strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to promote a supportive educational community.
- Prepared engaging lesson materials that catered to diverse learning styles and encouraged active participation from all students.
Teachers Assistant
Tambearly School
Nassau, Bahamas
07.1991 - 08.1991
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
Teachers Assistant
Tambearly School
Nassau, Bahamas
07.1990 - 08.1990
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
Sales Associate
Nassau Shop
Nassau, Bahamas
12.1988 - 12.1988
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Sales Associate
Nassau Shop
Nassau, Bahamas
12.1987 - 12.1987
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Gift Wrapper
Nassau Shop
Nassau, Bahamas
12.1986 - 12.1986
- Mentored new team members on proper gift wrapping techniques, boosting overall team performance.
- Measured boxes and packages to determine correct sizes of wrapping paper that would be used.
- Multitasked efficiently during peak holiday seasons, maintaining high-quality results under pressure.
- Leveraged strong communication skills to understand each client''s unique vision for their wrapped gifts fully.
Gift Wrapper
Nassau Shop
Nassau, Bahamas
12.1985 - 12.1985
- Mentored new team members on proper gift wrapping techniques, boosting overall team performance.
- Measured boxes and packages to determine correct sizes of wrapping paper that would be used.
- Multitasked efficiently during peak holiday seasons, maintaining high-quality results under pressure.
- Leveraged strong communication skills to understand each client''s unique vision for their wrapped gifts fully.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education And Elementary Education
Florida Southern College
Lakeland, Florida05.1992
Skills
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Staff Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Training and mentoring
- Community Engagement
- Staff Development
- Student Discipline
- Performance Evaluations
- Student and parent relations
- Organizational Leadership
Timeline
Principal
Bahamas Government, Ministry of Education
08.2020 - Current
Principal
Bahamas Government, Ministry of Education
08.2013 - 08.2020
Principal
Bahamas Government, Ministry of Education
03.2009 - 08.2013
Trained Teacher
Bahamas Government, Ministry of Education
04.1993 - 03.2009
Trained Teacher
Hosanna House
01.1993 - 04.1993
Trained Teacher
Lyford Cay School
09.1992 - 12.1992
Teachers Assistant
Tambearly School
07.1991 - 08.1991
Teachers Assistant
Tambearly School
07.1990 - 08.1990
Sales Associate
Nassau Shop
12.1988 - 12.1988
Sales Associate
Nassau Shop
12.1987 - 12.1987
Gift Wrapper
Nassau Shop
12.1986 - 12.1986
Gift Wrapper
Nassau Shop
12.1985 - 12.1985
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education And Elementary Education
Florida Southern College