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Ernest Opoku

Suhum

Summary

Talented Teacher employing creative teaching strategies to engage students fully in the learning process. Studious and passionate worker with extensive knowledge of teaching General Science with more interest in Biology and updating teaching procedures. Committed to mentoring students to enhance participation and increase overall success. Outgoing and friendly with fantastic attention to detail. Knowledgeable about basic life skills teaching for early childhood education. Diligent about involving parents in student activities and reporting progress. Student-oriented mindset with exceptional planning and creative teaching skills. Safety trained and attentive supervisor.

Overview

Work History

Teaching

Islamic Girls' Senior High School, Ghana Education Service
Suhum
2018 - Current
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
  • Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
  • Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
  • Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
  • Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
  • Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
  • Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
  • Integrated educational software programs into daily lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
  • Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
  • Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
  • Prepared weekly newsletters for parents outlining upcoming assignments or events at school.

National Service Person

Twene Amanfo Senior High/Technical School, Ghana Education Service
Sunyani
2017 - 2018
  • Provided support and guidance to new members of the national service team.
  • Conducted research into potential projects that could benefit communities through national service initiatives.
  • Participated in training sessions on how best to engage with diverse groups within the community.
  • Developed relationships with other organizations working towards similar goals as part of the national service program.
  • Assessed applications from individuals wanting to join the national service team, making recommendations based upon suitability.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.

Intern Teacher's Assistant

Mim Senior High School
Mim
2016 - 2016
  • Assisted teachers in classroom management and instruction by providing individualized support for students.
  • Helped to create lesson plans, activities and materials for student-centered learning experiences.
  • Provided individual and small group instruction to students with special needs or those who require extra help.
  • Assisted in the preparation of instructional materials and resources such as textbooks, worksheets, videos.
  • Attended team meetings to discuss strategies for improving student performance or behavior issues.
  • Monitored student progress in class to ensure they were staying on task during lessons and activities.
  • Observed classrooms to identify areas where additional assistance may be needed with teaching strategies or techniques.
  • Encouraged positive social interactions among students through modeling appropriate behaviors.
  • Provided feedback about student learning outcomes to inform future planning decisions by teachers.
  • Maintained records of attendance, grades and other relevant data related to student performance.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences Education

University Of Education Winneba
Winnwba Ghana
07-2017

High School Diploma -

Dormaa Senior High School
Brong Ahafo Ghana
05-2011

Skills

Teaching students

  • Group Instruction
  • Adaptive Learning
  • Classroom Management
  • Serving Diverse Communities
  • Lesson Planning
  • Standardized Testing
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Literacy strategies
  • Team Teaching
  • Peer Tutoring
  • Student Motivation
  • Practice-based learning

Affiliations

  • Organizing and preparing students for energy commission competition
  • Actively involved in Inter houses sporting activities
  • Assistant Housemaster supervising house work
  • Established potential development club to bring out learners talent

Languages

English Language
Proficient
C2
Asante Twi
Proficient
C2

References

Dr. Denis Yar Dekugmen (Lecturer)

University of Education, Winneba Mampong Campus (now Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development-AAMUSTED)

dekugmen@gmail.com

+233243236810

Mr Jonathan Bediako (Head of Department)

Islamic Girls Senior High School, Suhum Eastern region

jonathanbediako2@gmail.com

+233242326404

Timeline

Teaching

Islamic Girls' Senior High School, Ghana Education Service
2018 - Current

National Service Person

Twene Amanfo Senior High/Technical School, Ghana Education Service
2017 - 2018

Intern Teacher's Assistant

Mim Senior High School
2016 - 2016

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences Education

University Of Education Winneba

High School Diploma -

Dormaa Senior High School
Ernest Opoku