To provide a welcoming and child-friendly learning environment in which every child is willing and happy to take intellectual risk.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
Work History
International Community School
Coordinator of Preschool
01.2016 - Current
Job overview
Check lesson plans and give constructive feedback to teachers before implement plans in the classroom
Appraise teachers to ensure teaching conforms to standards
Provide specific instructional coaching and support to teachers based on appraisal report
Provide in-service training to teachers
Observe lessons of teachers and provide feedback for improvement
Coordinate peer teaching in the school with the aim of making teachers learn best teaching practices from each other
Model to teachers what effective classrooms look like.
Developed relationships with families to foster parental involvement in their child''s education and overall wellbeing.
Organized fundraising events to generate additional resources for enriching programming and facility enhancements.
Established strong partnerships across community organizations, schools, service providers to offer comprehensive support systems for families facing challenges related to poverty, trauma exposure or other risk factors.
Boosted children''s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development through play-based learning activities.
Provided ongoing feedback about performance levels via parent-teacher conferences held at least twice per year.
International Community School
Teacher
01.2012 - Current
Job overview
Prepare lesson plans with clearly stated objectives using Curriculum Framework
Facilitate lesson delivery using various active learning techniques
Give extra academic support to students with learning challenges
Assess students’ work and give constructive feedback
Ensure classroom is welcoming, child friendly and well-managed
Create posters which reinforce learning on classroom walls
Provide duty of care to students
Organ
orginised educational trips to reinforce classroom learning.
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
International Community School
Teacher’s Assistant
01.2010 - 2012
Job overview
Assist lead teacher with delivery of lessons
Prepare learning resources suitable for learners
Mark class work and homework of students and provide constructive feedback
Supervise play time during break times
Provide support to students during and after lessons
Ensure students’ safety in the classroom and during playtime.
Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
Supported implementation of literacy programs, boosting reading skills.
Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
International Community School
Preschool Teacher
08.2008 - Current
Job overview
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
Assisted and supervised 200 children through entire school day.
Education
University of Education Winneba
Bachelor of Arts from Early Childhood Education
01.2018
University of Cape Coast
, Accra Ghana
Diploma in Basic Education from Elementry Education
01.2014
Skills
Classroom Organization
Parent-Teacher Communication
Teaching strategies
Child development expertise
Accomplishments
Best Preschool Teacher
Outstanding Teacher Award
Teacher of the Month
Successfully implemented and coordinates Phonetic Program in the school
Professionaldevelopmentqualifications
Child Protection for International school
Principle of Child Development
Magic School AI expect
Participant of the International Educators Summit
Self-Care in Early Childhood and Special Education
Growth Mindset for Teachers and Learners
Differentiated Instruction in Primary School
Jolly phonics (British English Version)
First Aid and Basic Life Support
TIME conference (GIS)
Competenciesandskills
Supportive
Caring
Team player
Affable
Excellent in handling multi-age class
Teacher support and training skills
Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods
Excellent virtual and remote teaching and learning skills.
Passionate about safeguarding and child protection
Presentations
Reading and Writing in Early Years
Step by Step Practical Writing Skills in Early Years
Open House for Preschool
Jolly Phonics training
Number Fluency in Early Years
Numeracy skills in the Preschool
Assessment for Learning in Early Years
The Preschool Curriculum
Personal Information
Nationality: Ghanaian
References
Ms. Akosua Konadu Owusu, Head of Prep. School, International Community School, P.O. Box KS 10631, Kumasi, akosua.konaduowusu@icsghana.info
Mrs Bridget Takyi, Head of Preschool, International Community School, bridget.takyi@icsghana.info
Timeline
Coordinator of Preschool
International Community School
01.2016 - Current
Teacher
International Community School
01.2012 - Current
Teacher’s Assistant
International Community School
01.2010 - 2012
Preschool Teacher
International Community School
08.2008 - Current
University of Education Winneba
Bachelor of Arts from Early Childhood Education
University of Cape Coast
Diploma in Basic Education from Elementry Education
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