Esther Ayebaea Adjei
Nsawam
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Valleyview University
- Engaged 76 students in course discussion in the absence of the tutors
- Conducted presentations on behalf of departmental tutors
- Supervised 13 students in working on their various assignments and presentations
- Assisted twelve final-year students by proofreading their dissertations
- Attended symposiums with research professionals to derive insight into research, and data analysis
- Gathered relevant data on research topics or problems
- Presented findings to supervisors through report writing
- Marked quizzes and recorded marks for students' assessments.
Home Economics Teacher
Adukrom Community Junior High School
01.2020 - Current
- Ensure a safe and hygienic learning environment is crucial in home economics classrooms
- Educate students about food safety practices, safe handling of kitchen equipment, proper sewing techniques, and other relevant safety protocols.
- Financial secretary, handles and writes every detail with money that runs through the school
- Promote healthy eating habits and nutritional awareness among students
- Teach about the importance of balanced diets, food sources, meal planning, and the impact of nutrition on overall health and well-being.
Home Economics Teacher
Apirede Presby Junior High School
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Designed and developed curricula that cover various topics such as cooking and nutrition, sewing and textiles, child development, family relationships, personal finance, and consumer education
- Ensured that the curriculum aligns with educational standards and addresses the needs of students at different grade levels
- Delivered engaging and hands-on lessons that combine theoretical knowledge with practical skills
- Demonstrated cooking techniques, sewing methods, budgeting strategies, and other essential life skills to students, providing them with opportunities for experiential learning.
Basic Three Teacher
Krutiase M/A Basic School
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Delivered the curriculum set by the educational authorities
- Taught subjects such as mathematics, language arts, science, social studies, and sometimes arts and physical education
- Planned engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons that cater to the diverse learning needs of students in the class
- Created a positive and inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning is crucial
- Established and enforced rules and routines, managed student behavior effectively and fostered a sense of community within the classroom
- Assessed student progress through various methods such as quizzes, tests, projects, and class participation
- Provided constructive feedback to students and communicated progress to parents or guardians through report cards or conferences.
Education
Bachelor of Education Social Studies -
Valleyview University
01.2017
Diploma in Basic Education -
Presbyterian Women's College of Education
01.2013
West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination -
St. Martins Senior High School
01.2007
Skills
- Advanced with IT technology
- Good communication skills
- Attentive to details
- Cooperative with other team members
- People management and organizational skills
- Great decision making
Accomplishments
Achieved Okere district, best teacher award in home economics
Certification
- Teacher License (Ghana Education Service)
- STEM Training (Robotics) - Bountiful Technologies, Ghana - 2023
- National Teaching Council (NTC) Workshop on Microsoft Excel - 2023
- Leadership and Capacity Building Seminar for JHS Teachers - Bethel Presbyterian JHS, Adukrom - 2020
- Leadership and Capacity Building Seminar for JHS Teachers - P.C.E, Akropong - 2019
- Leadership and Capacity Building Seminar for JHS Teachers - P.C.E, Akropong - 2016
Researchinterestareas
- Faith Development and Spiritual Formation
- Christian Worldview Education
- Cultural and Contextual Challenges in Christian Education
- Faith-Based Pedagogy and Teaching Strategies
Research
- Collaborate with colleagues, both within my institution and across different institutions, to conduct research projects
- Contribute to research by participating in studies conducted by universities, research institutions, or educational organizations
- Attend conferences, workshops, and seminars focused on early childhood education to expose me to the latest research and methodologies
- Participate in action learning sets or professional learning communities to engage in reflective practice and collaborative inquiry
Leadershipandactivities
- Guidance and counselling coordinator
- School Sports Secretary
- Curriculum leader
- Girl child coordinator
Awards
- Best Teacher in Home Economics, Okere District (2020)
- Pepsodent Brush your teeth part participation (2023)
- Colleges of Education Sports Annual Games (COESAG) Festival - 1st position (Handball) - 2012
- Fire / Cadet Corps Member - PWCE Chapter - 2011
References
- Mr. Frederick Okyere, Lecturer, Valley View University, fredino@rocketmail.com, +233241624023
- Dr. Justice Ahor Essel, Tutor, Presbyterian Women's College of Education, justiceahoressel@gmail.com
Timeline
Home Economics Teacher
Adukrom Community Junior High School
01.2020 - Current
Home Economics Teacher
Apirede Presby Junior High School
01.2015 - 01.2019
Basic Three Teacher
Krutiase M/A Basic School
01.2013 - 01.2015
Teaching Assistant
Valleyview University
Bachelor of Education Social Studies -
Valleyview University
Diploma in Basic Education -
Presbyterian Women's College of Education
West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination -
St. Martins Senior High School