FRANCISCA YAKAH
Kumasi
Summary
I am a certified English teacher with more than 10 years of experience in teaching basic and high school learners. I have the records of assisting learners improve their English speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. I am now looking for a position where English teachers can access professional growth and development opportunities. It is my career objective to one day instruct English to learners of different cultures.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English and Literature Teacher
Mankranso Senior High School
02.2022 - Current
- Designed effective lesson plans and organized teaching materials for optimal learning.
- Conducted evaluations of student comprehension following lessons to assess understanding.
- Trained more than 300 learners in English language skills throughout teaching career.
- Maintained detailed administrative records for accurate tracking of learner performance.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to ensure a productive classroom atmosphere.
- Assigned relevant exercises and homework to support lesson objectives.
- Engaged in meetings focused on curriculum development and educational management.
- Guided 150 learners to prepare for the 2024 West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination.
- Participated in professional learning community sessions to help improve learning outcomes and life chances for all learners.
English Teacher
Anyinase R/C Basic School
05.2013 - 09.2017
- Facilitated construction of well-formed sentences in English for learners.
- Supported students in achieving fluency across reading, writing, and speaking.
- Instructed learners on crafting strong English compositions.
- Corrected grammatical errors in learner-written sentences.
- Utilized phonetic charts, poems, rhymes, and songs to enhance English proficiency for pupils aged 7-10.
English Teacher Intern
Nkoransa Junior High School
05.2011 - 09.2011
- Developed lesson notes to enhance instructional effectiveness.
- Facilitated English poetry recitations, improving learner engagement.
- Achieved 80% pass rate in English during 2011 Basic Education Certificate Examination.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Language Education
University of Education, Winneba
09.2021
Diploma in Education - General Studies
Cambridge College of Education
07.2012
Skills
- Excellent spoken and written English language skills
- Good Interpersonal skills
- Good attendance and punctuality
- IT skill
- Developing lesson and scheme of work
- Collaborative learning
- Oral communication
- Teaching strategies
- Creative writing
- Student motivation
- Literary analysis
- Project-based learning
- Reading comprehension
- Feedback provision
- Independent study
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Safe, positive learning environment
- Critical thinking
- Classroom management
- Verbal and written communication
- Positive reinforcement
- Behavioral management
- Differentiated instruction
- Continuous improvement
- Curriculum development
- Instructional materials preparation
- Technology integration
- Recordkeeping
- Educational needs assessment
- Academic counseling
- Career guidance
- Student records maintenance
Certification
- Republic of Ghana Teachers’ License issued by National Teaching Council
- Member of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT) 2012
Languages
English: Native Proficiency
References
Available on request
Timeline
English and Literature Teacher
Mankranso Senior High School
02.2022 - Current
English Teacher
Anyinase R/C Basic School
05.2013 - 09.2017
English Teacher Intern
Nkoransa Junior High School
05.2011 - 09.2011
Bachelor of Arts - English Language Education
University of Education, Winneba
Diploma in Education - General Studies
Cambridge College of Education
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