Assistant Professor

• Jan 2023 - Present

Graduate Research Assistant

• Jan 2019 - Dec 2022

• Evaluating the leaching characteristics of electrochemically precipitated struvite compared to other common phosphorus fertilizers in differing soils • Determining the soil profile mobility of extractable soil nutrients from Electrochemically Precipitated Struvite and Other Conventional Phosphorus Fertilizers in Differing Soils • Investigating the crop and soil property response to electrochemically precipitated struvite and other common phosphorus fertilizers in differing soils • Evaluating the extractable soil nutrient differences from electrochemically precipitated struvite compared to other phosphorus fertilizers over time Show less

Graduate Research Assistant

• Jan 2017 - Dec 2018

• Planned and conducted laboratory and greenhouse research, collected, analyzed, and presented data supporting the use of biochar to remediate copper phytotoxicity in sweetpotato • Mentored 4 graduate student teammates and 3 undergraduate students in making biochar and conducting various laboratory procedures, such as soil digestion, soil column, and speciation, to develop skills for independent work • Collaboratively worked in teams comprising graduate students, undergraduate interns and farm staff to complete assigned tasks • Supervised 3 summer interns – provided instructions, demonstrations, prepared and verified timesheets • Managed the Agronomy Lab – maintained inventory, monitored the safety and security of laboratory supplies and equipment and personnel Show less

Educator

• Sep 2010 - Dec 2018

• Planned, executed, and evaluated lessons for student’s success through lectures, practical demonstrations/activities, quizzes, tests, and exams, and maintained classroom discipline for grades 7- 11 students • Assigned and graded student’s coursework according to the Caribbean Examinations Council’s (CXC) curriculum standards leading to high external reviews from regional examiners • Updated and maintained student’s records, grades, and attendance using registers and online databases • Compiled students’ progress reports to evaluate their performance each term • Convened grade level parent-teacher conferences to discuss the student’s progress and needs each semester to identify ways to collaborate with parents to help boost student achievement • Provided career coaching assistance to several students by mentoring and advising students on the varied career paths that exist in the sciences as well as identifying means by which they can obtain scholarships at various institutions to assist with funding their program of study • Attended/participated in professional development workshops quarterly and annually to improve lesson delivery and assessment skills and identify ways of helping the students achieve their best • Co-lead 4-H and INTERACT clubs and coached individual students and teams for regional and national 4-H competitions • Graded assigned exam scripts for the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) and compiled subject reports/feedback annually based on scripts graded • Wrote over 220 Integrated Science and Biology syllabus evaluation test items for Grades 7-11 at various cognitive levels for use in the Item bank database for teachers and students to access and use for class evaluation and exam preparation Show less

Agriculture Instructor

• Sep 2008 - Sep 2010

• Conducted theoretic and practical skills training in crop production and ornamental horticulture • Organized and conducted training, assessment, and evaluation to determine trainee’s level of competence and workforce readiness • Maintained trainee and horticulture unit record systems • Conducted effective communication with internal and external customers • Used appropriate business technology • Facilitated mentoring and counseling relationships with trainees • Coached quiz teams, and prepared trainees for various individual and team competitions and other youth development activities • Supervised trainees on in-unit and on the plant rental program • Supervised and maintained proper farm safety and sanitary conditions • Worked with the Farm Manager and colleagues to facilitate smooth farm operations, delivery of production inputs, crop maintenance, and facilitate harvest and post-harvest procedures • Assisted with the unit’s budget generation and maintenance as well as planning and conducting landscaping and other income-generating activities to achieve the department’s goals • Scheduled and supervised the repair and maintenance of farm equipment • Served as interviewer for new trainees • Represented the department and institution by setting up and manning internal and external exhibitions and displays at various events Show less