Barbs' Autobiography

AUTOBIOGRAPHICAL PROFILE AS A WORKER


Preferred perspective on work

Work has a purpose and is an intentional or purposive act which may or may not be a matter of employment or remunerated activity.

Approach to work

I am very passionate about my job and no work is too menial or too great to overcome. I try to ensure that a high standard is upheld whenever events are held.

Core values that guide your practice

A firm believer in the Sovereign God, Creator of the universe and I am one who abides with Biblical principles. Also I believe that every child’s intelligence can be harnessed and developed to make him or her the best that he or she can.

Professional goals achieved/ working towards

I have climbed the flight of steps from a probationer teacher to the rank of principal and  I am currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Educational Leadership and Management with UWI Open Campus.

Personality type in relation to the work environment

A modest and upbeat individual who strives for success at all levels. Optimistic that the institution will improve and reach optimum level

Character traits or intellectual qualities/ reflective thinker and lifelong learner

I endeavour to keep abreast with educational policies that are implemented throughout the state and pays keener attention to curriculum guides and text books assigned to each grade.

Special talent/gift learnt

A Planner ensuring that school functions and activities materialize. Besides I perform the role of Master of ceremonies at school graduation and exercises, award ceremonies and various community functions.

Work- life spaces or places in which you have served or made an impact

I made an impact with working with teachers and building teachers’ relationship as the branch president of Grenada Union of Teachers. Additionally I perform Voluntary service in the distribution of toys to the nation’s children around the Christmas season. I also served as the Sports teacher; working with athletes, netballers and cricketers of the school.

Professional affiliation and special award

I am the receiver of an award for outstanding services to the Grenada Union of Teachers and also to the development of the G.U.T Cooperative credit union.