ARIA PETERS
Summary
Enthusiastic and compassionate educator- in- training with a background in Social Work, Special education, Language Arts, History, Sociology and Classroom Management. I am a skilled communicator, who demonstrates empathy and problem solving with a strong commitment to the growth of young persons across Barbados. Dedicated to creating a supportive, safe and engaging learning environment. Team oriented and with a strong commitment to ensuring that all assigned task are completed efficiently.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Empowerment Officer
Ministry of People Empowerment and Elder Affairs
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with gaining access and connections to relevant resources
- Supported large households in effort to strengthen their social and economical circumstances.
- Provided counselling support for at risk individuals
- Created individualized support plans for individuals and the households
- Planning, evaluating and implementing sub programmes.
Household Facilitator
Ministry of People Empowerment and Elder Affairs
01.2022 - 03.2023
- All roles mentioned above was also utilized in this work environment.
- Facilitated workshops to empower individuals through skill development and community engagement.
- Developed training materials and resources to enhance participant understanding and retention.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify needs and tailor programs accordingly.
Intern Social Work Program - UWI Cave Hill Campus
National Assistance Board
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Assisted in the development and implementation of outreach initiatives to improve community engagement.
- Developed training materials for new interns, fostering knowledge sharing and support within the team.
- Facilitated workshops aimed at educating clients about available resources and services offered by the board.
Tutor
Ministry of Youth and Sports
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Community IT for Teens Programme
- Assisted students with developing creative projects for “We Gatherin” Celebrations
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills as they learned Miscrosoft Suite
Education
Introduction in Special Education
Certificate- Erdiston Teachers' Training College
01-2025
Certificate - Trauma in Social Work
Barbados Community College
01-2025
Certificate - Strategies in Teaching Language Arts
Erdiston Teachers Training College
01-2025
Classroom Management
Certificate- Erdiston Teachers' Training College
01-2024
Bachelor's - Social Work (special) Hons
University of The West-Indies Cave Hill Campus
01-2020
Associates Degree - History and Sociology
Barbados Community College
01-2017
Skills
- Educational instruction
- Classroom Management
- Language Arts Instruction
- Supporting students with special and remedial needs
- Fostering student engagement and participation
- Adaptability
- Commitment to continuous learning and improvement
- Reliable, compassionate and dedicated
- Team player
- Interpersonal skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Mentorship and youth development experience
Timeline
Family Empowerment Officer
Ministry of People Empowerment and Elder Affairs
01.2023 - Current
Household Facilitator
Ministry of People Empowerment and Elder Affairs
01.2022 - 03.2023
Tutor
Ministry of Youth and Sports
06.2019 - 08.2019
Intern Social Work Program - UWI Cave Hill Campus
National Assistance Board
01.2019 - 01.2020
Introduction in Special Education
Certificate- Erdiston Teachers' Training College
Certificate - Trauma in Social Work
Barbados Community College
Certificate - Strategies in Teaching Language Arts
Erdiston Teachers Training College
Classroom Management
Certificate- Erdiston Teachers' Training College
Bachelor's - Social Work (special) Hons
University of The West-Indies Cave Hill Campus
Associates Degree - History and Sociology
Barbados Community College
Community Service & Volunteer Work
- Power in the Blood Assembly, Youth Core committee -Strategic Planner
- UWI Leadership and Development Camp- Student Mentor
- Unborn Justice Charity, Intern -Programme development support for teenage mother’s in the areas of pre and post natal care, breastfeeding, contraception and infant care.
References
- Edla, Lowe, Minister of Religion, pastorlowe@powerintheblood.org, (246)- 243-5235, Power in the Blood Assembly
- Allison, King, Senior Teacher, aa_c@yahoo.com, (246)- 259-9706, St. George Primary School
LEADERSHIP
- Youth Director - Power In the Blood Assembly (2023-2025)
References
Mrs. Edla Lowe
Minister of Religion
Power in the Blood Assembly
(246)- 243-5235
pastorlowe@powerintheblood.org
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Mrs. Allison King
Senior Teacher
St. George Primary School
(246)- 259-9706
aa_c@yahoo.com