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
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Work History
Teaching Associate
School of Agriculture, University of Cape-Coast
01.2022 - Current
Teaching Research Methods and Introduction to Agricultural Biochemistry
Co-supervise undergraduate research projects.
Conducted remedial classes, which ensured 100% pass in examinations in 2023.
Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
Conducted assessments to track student progress, adjusting instruction as needed to address areas of weakness.
Integrated Science Tutor
Flowers Gay School
02.2016 - 01.2024
Achieved minimum of 93% quality pass in final examinations for 5 years.
Stayed current on developments in science education research to inform instructional approaches and continuously refine teaching methods.
Collaborated with parents to develop appropriate tutoring lessons.
Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
Collaborated with fellow tutors to develop effective teaching strategies, resulting in improved student outcomes.
Conducted regular progress reports for parents, highlighting areas of improvement and providing recommendations for continued growth.
Met with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
Tailored instructional methods to accommodate diverse learning styles within classroom, maximizing engagement levels of all students.
Conducted review sessions to help students prepare for tests.
Processing Supervisor
Gado Farms and Meat Processing Co. Ltd.
09.2015 - 11.2015
Selection and preparation of spices for sausage production
Teaching and training of employees of abattoir.
Managed diverse workforce, fostering inclusive environment that promoted collaboration and innovation.
Managed staff of five in abattoir and processing unit.
Promoted safe working practices to maintain compliance with established policies and procedures.
Established operational objectives and work plans, and delegated assignments to subordinate managers.
Implemented strict sanitation regulations that increased customer numbers by 20%.
Implemented cost reductions and developed reporting procedures and systems resulting in 15% cost savings.
Integrated Science Tutor
Action Remedial School
01.2013 - 01.2015
Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.
Implemented creative problem-solving techniques during lessons, nurturing critical thinking skills among students.
Maintained records of student assessments, tutoring activities and results.
Participated in professional development opportunities to expand knowledge base and enhance tutoring effectiveness.
Led 128 students to success in final examinations.
Field Officer
Ministry Of Food And Agriculture (MoFA)
01.2012 - 01.2013
Monitor and supervise all agricultural projects in operational area
Offer advice and guidance to use of agrochemicals
Facilitate acquisition of loans for farmers
Follow-up on subsidies on farm inputs for farmers
Inspect farms and recommend farmers for awards.
Part of training team that oversaw pruning training of over 100 farmers.
Responded to inquiries from farmers about farming practices.
Improved field operations efficiency by implementing innovative data collection and reporting techniques.
Developed strong relationships with stakeholders, fostering trust and open lines of communication during site visits and meetings.
Education
Master of Science - Animal Science
University of Ghana
Accra, Ghana
01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Technology -
University For Development Studies
Tamale, Ghana
01.2013
Skills
Possess strong interpersonal abilities, good team player, and get along with all manner of people
Self-motivated, adaptable, and quick to pick things up
Penetrating, critical, and detail-oriented
Self-driven, self-assured, and able to collaborate with people from diverse backgrounds and roles
Capacity to accept new and various challenges
Strong influencing abilities and capacity to operate with little to no supervision
Critical Thinking
Seminars Trainings Conferences
All African Conference on Animal Agriculture, Accra International Conference Centre, Accra, Ghana, 2019
Ghana Society of Animal Production 19th Biennial Conference, University of Cape-Coast, Cape-Coast, Ghana, 2015
Friends of the Earth Ghana (FOE)-Ghana Forestry Commission workshop, Ghana
Pre-harvest, Harvest and Post-harvest activities in Cashew production, Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA), Kintampo South, Ghana, 2013
Northern Rural Growth Programme (NRGP) - Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA), Kintampo South - Brong Ahafo, Ghana, 2013
Research Publications
Nutritional composition of cinnamon and clove powder and the evaluation of the antimicrobial properties of their extracts: A comparison between Ghana and other countries, African Journal of Plant Science, 17, 2, 11-17, G. S. T Lartey, J. W. Tachie-Menson, S. Adu, 2023
Scholarships Grants
A. G. LEVENTIS SCHOLARSHIP FOR POST-GRADUATE RESEARCH, 2015
SAMUEL AND EMELIA BREW-BUTLER- SGS/GRASAG, UCC RESEARCH GRANT, 2019
University
University of Cape-Coast
Research
Research Assistant, Friends of the Earth - Ghana, Collection of data from stakeholders in forest governance for the establishment of a baseline for monitoring Voluntary Partnership Agreements (VPA).
Researcher, The nutritional composition of cinnamon and clove and the potency of their extracts on selected food microbes.
Researcher, Evaluation of the effect of Tetrapleura tetraptera on fresh pork sausages.
Researcher, Evaluation of cinnamon and clove oil on the sensory characteristics and shelf-life of comminuted meat products.
Department
Department of Animal Science
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 02/26/90
Gender: Male
Nationality: Ghanaian
Marital Status: Married
References
Prof. Teye Moses, Head of Department, Department of Animal Science, University of Cape-Coast, moses.teye@ucc.edu.gh, +233 244143632
Prof. Michael B. Adinortey, Department of Biochemistry, University of Cape-Coast, madinortey@ucc.edu.gh, +233 506373607
Dr. Josiah Techie-Menson, Crop Science Department, University of Cape-Coast, jtachie-menson@ucc.edu.gh, +233 206502731
Lecturer (Part-time) at Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, School of Medical Sciences, University of Cape CoastLecturer (Part-time) at Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, School of Medical Sciences, University of Cape Coast