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Nelissa Thomas

Nassau,Bahamas

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record, excelling in curriculum development and interactive learning techniques. Adept at fostering student engagement and academic growth, I leverage strong public speaking and technology integration skills to create impactful learning experiences. Committed to inspiring students to achieve their best in science and mathematics.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

St. Anne’s School
Fox Hill, Bahamas
08.2019 - Current
  • Teach high school (grades 7–12) General Science, Health Science, Biology, and Mathematics
  • Integrate interactive learning tools to enhance engagement and comprehension
  • Maintain professional competence through in-service education
  • Prepare students for national examinations and monitor academic growth

Teacher

Noble Preparatory Academy
Base Road, Bahamas
08.2018 - 06.2019
  • Taught Biology, Chemistry, and Mathematics to grades 7–12
  • Designed lesson plans and assessments to align with national curriculum
  • Participated in academic planning and school events

Research Associate / Teaching Assistant

University of the West Indies
08.2017 - 05.2018
  • Supported instruction in Biology and Chemistry courses
  • Guided students in laboratory techniques and research skills
  • Assisted in the development of academic resources and exam materials

Education

Diploma - Secondary Education (Biology)

University of the Bahamas
04.2022

BSc. - Biochemistry

University of the West Indies
Barbados
05.2018

Skills

  • Public speaking and communication
  • Academic writing and proofreading
  • Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
  • Research and editing
  • Online tutoring tools
  • Curriculum development
  • Lesson planning and management
  • Assessment design strategies
  • Interactive learning techniques
  • Team collaboration skills
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Technology integration expertise

Publications

A sweet potato farmer’s guide for the selection of sweet potato cultivars in Barbados using physical characteristics and total sugars, Ragoonath-Deonanan, E., Thomas, N., Alleyne, A., 2020, Journal of the Caribbean Agro-Economic Society, 12, 1, 27–44, https://doi.org/10.22004/ag.econ.307707

Timeline

Teacher

St. Anne’s School
08.2019 - Current

Teacher

Noble Preparatory Academy
08.2018 - 06.2019

Research Associate / Teaching Assistant

University of the West Indies
08.2017 - 05.2018

Diploma - Secondary Education (Biology)

University of the Bahamas

BSc. - Biochemistry

University of the West Indies

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