BORTEI HAMZA BORTEY
Accra
Summary
Hardworking and resourceful Teacher who is goal-oriented, fast-learner, self-motivated and creative. Able to communicate well with others with the ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision. Possess a keen understanding of enforcing discipline by firmly setting classroom rules and resolving conflicts among students by fostering dialogue. Incomparable capability of preparing daily lessons in accordance with the guidelines of a school's education system. Able to supervise students during class, lunchtime and break in order to ensure a positive learning environment. Talented Teacher with exceptional ability to establish cooperative, professional relationships with parents, staff and administration. Clear communicator who prioritises students' success, as well as their holistic development. Caring Primary School Teacher skilled in working with diverse student classrooms.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work history
Year 5 and 6 Class Teacher/Tennis Teacher
International School of Ahafo
Kenyasi, Ahafo Region
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Utilised curriculum expertise to create inspiring class plans and resources, optimising pupil engagement and results.
- Achieved exceptional student results in line with curriculum targets, growing overall school performance.
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
- Promoted commitment to school's safeguarding processes to ensure paramount student safety and wellbeing.
- Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student engagement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Encouraged a love of learning in students of varying abilities, enhancing positive educational experiences.
- Preserved the confidentiality of student records and information at all times.
Year 6 Class Teacher and Cambridge Coordinator
Galaxy International School
Accra
01.2019 - 06.2022
- Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning
- Develops schemes of work, lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with established procedures
- Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
- Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction
- Manage student behaviour in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
- Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school
- Provide appropriate feedback on work
- Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies
- Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development
- Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations
- Prepare required reports on students and activities
- Participate in department, school, district and parent meetings
- Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs
- Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
- Prepare classroom for class activities.
- Promoted commitment to school's safeguarding processes to ensure paramount student safety and wellbeing.
- Made positive differences to pupil confidence and happiness through nurturing support and care.
- Set up lesson materials, bulletin board displays and demonstrations.
Year 6 Class Teacher
Springforth Community School
Accra
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Teaching all areas of the primary curriculum
- Taking responsibility for the progress of a class of primary-age pupils
- Organising the classroom and learning resources and creating displays to encourage a positive learning environment
- Planning, preparing and presenting lessons that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within the class
- Motivating pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative presentation
- Maintaining discipline
- Preparing and marking work to facilitate positive pupil development
- Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of pupils' development
- Providing feedback to parents and carers on a pupil's progress at parents' evenings and other meetings
- Coordinating activities and resources within a specific area of the curriculum, and supporting colleagues in the delivery of this specialist area
- Working with others to plan and coordinate work
- Keeping up to date with changes and developments in the structure of the curriculum
- Organising and taking part in school events, outings and activities, which may take place at weekends or in the evening
- Liaising with colleagues and working flexibly, particularly in smaller schools.
Head of Primary Department/Class Teacher (Year Six)
Dayspring International Academy
Accra
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Established and maintained rapport with staff, pupils and parents; mentored new teachers and interns
- Involved actively in 'Child Study,' consisting of a team of teachers who met to discuss pupils' performance to device an action plan
- Ensured relevant goals of the school's strategic plan were effectively implemented and evaluated
- Provided an effective communication link between Senior Managers of the school and areas of delegated responsibility
- Ensured there were suitable subject assessment programmes for all levels.
Class Teacher (Year Six)/House Master
Seaside International School
Accra
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Served as a resident within an assigned House at all times during an operational term time
- Ensures individuals' circumstances, needs, strengths and weaknesses pupils were identified and known by staff so that individuals' opportunities, talents and potential were developed and maximized
- Liaised effectively with the appropriate Senior Tutors, Form Tutors and teaching staff to ensure that relevant background circumstances of pupils were known and discussed
- Ensured that accurate and up to date records of pupils' progress, welfare, health, emotional development, achievements and behaviour were maintained
- Provided termly reports and references as may reasonably be required
- Cultivated contact and communicated with parents to ensure they were fully informed about their pupils' progress and welfare
- Ensured that family incidents and problems were brought to the attention of relevant stakeholders
- Fostered a sense of house identity and spirit by encouraging active participation by girl students in House activities and competitions; supported events as a figurehead for the House
- Organized and ran weekend activities that complement the School weekends programmes for girls' students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Art -
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Kumasi, Ghana 01.2008 - 12 2008
City and Guilds Microcomputer Technology Part 1 - undefined
Regional Maritime University
Accra, Ghana 01.2004 - 12 2004
Skills
- Teacher Mentoring & Development
- School Administration & Classroom Evaluation
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Standardised Tester
- Leadership & Team Building
- Workshop & Seminar Presenter
- Integrate ICT into Teaching & Learning
- Child safeguarding
- Creative lesson planning
- Classroom discipline
- Positive learning environment
- Counselling
- Student-centred learning
References
- Rita Dzide-Tei, Human Resource and Business Manager(International School of Ahafo), rita.dzide-tei@isa.edu.gh, +233 50 301 7826
- Mr Robert Daniel Amartey, Head of Primary Department(Dayspring International Academy), +233 (0) 50 904 0966, robertdanielamartey@gmail.com
- Mrs Rose Fosu, Principal, Springforth Community School, +233 (0) 244524960, abenarose3@gmail.com
Languages
English
Fluent
Affiliations
- Tennis, Soccer, Table Tennis,
Accomplishments
1. Outstanding Performance International Math Challenge 2021
2. Best Teacher of the Year at Springforth Community School: 2017/2018
3. Most Dedicated Staff at International Community College: 2012
Timeline
Year 5 and 6 Class Teacher/Tennis Teacher
International School of Ahafo
08.2022 - 06.2024
Year 6 Class Teacher and Cambridge Coordinator
Galaxy International School
01.2019 - 06.2022
Year 6 Class Teacher
Springforth Community School
01.2015 - 01.2019
Head of Primary Department/Class Teacher (Year Six)
Dayspring International Academy
01.2013 - 01.2015
Class Teacher (Year Six)/House Master
Seaside International School
01.2009 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Art -
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
01.2008 - 12 2008
City and Guilds Microcomputer Technology Part 1 - undefined
Regional Maritime University
01.2004 - 12 2004
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