DOMINIC ADOFO MENSAH
Cape Coast
Summary
Dedicated, committed and highly resourceful teacher with over 22 years of experience teaching Senior High School students. Skilled in creating an environment that engage all learners, design effective instructional activities to meet the learners’ interest. Committed to promoting greater respect for individual learning styles and inclusion.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior High School Teacher
St Augustine’s College
Cape Coast
09.2010 - Current
- Designed and implemented lesson plans for grades 10 and 12 grade students
- Conducted practical experiments and demonstrations to enhance students understanding of scientific concepts
- Utilized information and communication technology to promote students learning and engagement
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student success
- Achieved a 100% pass rate in Chemistry and Integrated Science in the West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination
- Supervised the day-to-day management of the Science department
- Mentored new teachers by offering guidance and support in the classroom
- Attended training workshops, upgrading qualifications and staying updated on educational trends
- Engaged in school-related community programs and contributing to school development
- Assessed student progress through tests, quizzes, assignments and laboratory reports
Twifo Praso Senior High School
Twifo Praso
09.2002 - 01.2010
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans and activities to enhance student learning
- Assisted students with laboratory assignments and experiments to deepen their understanding of scientific content
- Established a successful tutoring program for students needing additional support in the sciences
- Communicated with parents and guidance about student performance and progress
- Collaborated with colleagues and school administration to improve teaching strategies and curriculum development
- Assessed student progress through tests, quizzes, assignments and laboratory reports
Student Teacher
Kumasi Anglican Senior High School
Kumasi
09.2005 - 10.2005
- Assisted lead teacher with classroom instruction
- Developed and taught lesson plans under supervision
- Supported individual student needs through differentiated instruction
National Service
Ghana National College
Cape Coast
11.2001 - 08.2002
- Prepared lesson notes and instructional materials based on the curriculum
- Delivered lessons in assigned subjects
- Supervised students’ activities including extracurricular activities
- Supported students with academic and personnel development
- Assisted in setting and marking tests, quizzes and assignments
Education
Master of Education - Science Education
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast 09-2015
Post Graduate Diploma - Education
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast 03-2013
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast 07-2001
Skills
- Classroom management
- Communication skills
- Information communication technology integration
- 21st Century skills
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Adaptability
- Technology integration
Certification
Certified Senior High School Teacher, National Teaching Council, Ghana
Extracurricular Activities
Supervisor of St Augustine’s College STEM Quiz team ,Volunteer for Free Community Vacation classes, Coordinate the Science Club.
Awards And Honours
- Teacher of the Year, St Augustine’s College, 2023
- Sponsored Trip to University of Cincinnati, Ohio, USA for Two-Weeks Capacity Building workshop
Professional Development
- Leading and Managing Curriculum Planning and Implementation, 2024
- Annual Ghana Association of Science Teachers Conference, 11/11
- Secondary Education Professional Development Programme, 2023, 2024,2025
- Instructional Capacity Development, Building a Professional Learning Community to Deliver 21st Century Education, 2022
Languages
English
First Language
Timeline
Senior High School Teacher
St Augustine’s College
09.2010 - Current
Student Teacher
Kumasi Anglican Senior High School
09.2005 - 10.2005
Twifo Praso Senior High School
09.2002 - 01.2010
National Service
Ghana National College
11.2001 - 08.2002
Master of Education - Science Education
University of Cape Coast
Post Graduate Diploma - Education
University of Cape Coast
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Cape Coast