COLLINS KWABENA ADUTWUM
Teaching
MAMPONTENG,GHANA
Summary
Dedicated secondary teaching professional with extensive expertise in mathematics syllabus mastery and curriculum knowledge. Proven ability to enhance student engagement through hands-on learning and problem-based learning techniques. Skilled in classroom management, technology integration, and fostering collaborative teaching environments. Committed to promoting learning inclusivity and employing effective student motivation techniques. Adept at conflict resolution and maintaining strong parent-teacher collaboration to support student success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Teacher of Mathematics in Senior High School
Ghana Education Service (GES)
Bampenase, Ghana
03.2018 - Current
- Provided additional support to struggling students, enhancing their mathematical skills.
- Participated actively in professional development programmes, keeping abreast with current education trends.
- Coordinated parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress and areas needing improvement.
- Utilised technology in classrooms to make lessons more engaging and effective.
- Updated curriculum to comply with the latest educational standards and trends.
- Implemented innovative teaching techniques to facilitate student learning.
- Organised school-wide mathematics competitions, fostering a love for the subject amongst students.
- Mentored gifted students, encouraging them towards advanced study.
- Delivered engaging mathematics lessons, ensuring improved understanding of complex concepts.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers for better lesson planning and scheduling.
- Trained new mathematics teachers, sharing best practices in pedagogy and classroom management.
- Ensured a safe learning environment by adhering strictly to school policies and procedures.
- Created an inclusive classroom environment, promoting equal learning opportunities for all students.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans to cover all topics within the syllabus effectively.
- Partnered with parents for consistent communication about children's progress, contributing towards home-school collaboration.
- Enhanced student performance with regular assessments and feedback sessions.
- Provided clear structures for lessons maintaining pace, motivation and challenge.
- Completed training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments in the field.
- Set high expectations for academic progress and classroom behaviour through well-focused teaching and discipline.
- Catered to different learning styles using diverse teaching methods and formats.
- Assigned homework and out-of-class activities to underscore course concepts.
- Evaluated group and individual needs for curriculum and school requirements.
- Used varied resources and technologies to maximise student engagement and understanding.
- Reported on students' progress and attitude to learning at parent-teacher meetings.
- Engaged students with lesson materials by building positive rapport.
Teacher of Mathematics in Senior High School
Our Lady of grace Senior High School
Mamponteng, Ghana
10.2016 - Current
- Prepare learner-centred lesson plans, deliver engaging lessons and conduct continuous assessment with constructive feedback.
- Completed training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments in the field.
- Employ modern pedagogical strategies that promote critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity and innovation, 21st century skills and competencies.
- Integrate national values, GESI responsiveness and social-emotional learning
- Introduced innovative teaching techniques which were subsequently adopted school-wide.
- Challenged advanced students with more complex problems to further strengthen their mathematical abilities.
- Stayed updated on current trends and developments in mathematics education through regular professional development courses.
- Improved student participation in class discussions through encouraging open dialogue.
- Adapted teaching methods to meet individual student's needs, boosting their overall academic performance.
- Assisted struggling students after hours, leading to improved test scores and comprehension of material taught in class.
- Increased student engagement in complex mathematical theories by integrating real-life applications into lessons.
- Led extracurricular activities to promote holistic wellbeing.
- Achieved target exam results for department attainment.
- Reported on students' progress and attitude to learning at parent-teacher meetings.
- Established clear learning outcomes and targets for different abilities.
- Collaborated with teaching assistants and mentors to deliver additional support to struggling students.
- Created and marked homework, exams and class activities to monitor individuals' progress.
- Used varied resources and technologies to maximise student engagement and understanding.
- Assessed student performance, behaviour and class engagement.
- Identified student strengths and weaknesses, providing constructive feedback to improve results.
- Collaborated with parents during parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress and potential improvements needed at home or in school.
- Organised study groups for exam preparation, enhancing the overall pass rate of the class.
- Created an inclusive classroom environment that nurtured diversity and mutual respect among students.
- Utilised technology to facilitate interactive learning experiences.
National service person (Mathematics Tutor)
Simms Senior High School
Fawoade, Ghana
08.2014 - 09.2015
- Constructed scheme of work and lesson notes in collaboration with supervisor.
- Gained expertise in rifle handling, improved personal defence capabilities.
- Delivered lessons, marked class exercises and termly examination scripts.
- Coordinated and led extra classes alongside vacation remedial lessons.
- Coached Mathematics Quiz Team for zonal competitions
- Assisted students in preparing for examinations, resulting in improved grades.
Teaching Internship (Supported Teaching Practice)
Simms Senior High School
Fawoade, Ghana
06.2013 - 09.2013
- Prepared and delivered observed lessons under mentor supervision.
- Designed and marked class exercises, quizzes and assignments.
- Participated in lesson planning meetings and staff development sessions.
- Assisted in co-curricular activities.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Economics and Mathematics
University of Cape Coast, Ghana
Cape Coast, Ghana 08.2010 - 05.2014
Certificate of Senior High Education - Business
Seventh Day Adventist Senior High School, Bekwai
Bekwai, Ghana 09.2006 - 12.2009
Skills
- Mastery of mathematics syllabus
- Parent-Teacher collaboration
- Lesson planning
- Hands-on learning
- Exam preparation
- Classroom management
- Problem-based learning (PBL)
- Curriculum knowledge
- Collaborative teaching
- Subject knowledge
- Classroom technology integration
- Student engagement techniques
- Patience and understanding
- Secondary Teaching
- Learning inclusivity
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Student motivation techniques
Languages
English
Fluent
Asante Twi
Native
Affiliations
- Researceher
- Reading journals and news
- Sports News
Work availability
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Timeline
Teacher of Mathematics in Senior High School
Ghana Education Service (GES)
03.2018 - Current
Teacher of Mathematics in Senior High School
Our Lady of grace Senior High School
10.2016 - Current
National service person (Mathematics Tutor)
Simms Senior High School
08.2014 - 09.2015
Teaching Internship (Supported Teaching Practice)
Simms Senior High School
06.2013 - 09.2013
Bachelor of Education - Economics and Mathematics
University of Cape Coast, Ghana
08.2010 - 05.2014
Certificate of Senior High Education - Business
Seventh Day Adventist Senior High School, Bekwai
09.2006 - 12.2009