George Kwame Gyan
Accra
Summary
A passionate and dedicated English Language and Literature teacher with a proven track record of nurturing a positive and engaging learning environment for a decade. Skilled in inspiring and delivering high-quality instruction tailored to diverse student needs and learning styles. Experienced in curriculum development, assessment design, and educational leadership and committed to empowering students with strong communication skills and a love for literature and language. For strong collaboration with colleagues and adaptability to changing educational needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School English Language & Literature Tutor
Abuakwa State College
01.2021 - Current
- Design and implement dynamic English language and literature curriculum for over 350 senior secondary students
- Utilize innovative teaching methodologies to enhance students' engagement and comprehension.
- Leading classroom instruction, assignments, and assessments to foster a conducive learning environment
- Efficiently assessing students' progress and encouraging analytical thinking in literature studies.
- Facilitate English Language lessons, focusing on interactive and digital learning methods.
- Guided instructional strategies and classroom management techniques for 2 mentees
- Coordinated student programs aimed at developing literacy and digital skills
- Organize extracurricular activities such as debating clubs and literary societies to promote students.
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
Sarpeiman M/A Basic School 1
01.2021 - 11.2023
- Developed critical thinking skills in over 150 students using Socratic questioning and analytical writing assignments.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, setting clear expectations and addressing issues promptly and fairly.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student progress, highlighting achievements and addressing concerns needed.
- Increased student comprehension by 70%, implementing diverse instructional strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
Field Census Officer
Ghana Statistical Service
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Successfully managed and enumerated assigned 2 Enumeration Areas with accurate data
- Teamed up with 11 colleagues to ensure total coverage of approximately 97% of assigned Geographical Area
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
Sarpeiman M/A Basic School 1
09.2014 - 01.2021
- Developed critical thinking skills in students using Socratic questioning and analytical writing assignments.
- Managed about 260 students' classroom behavior effectively, setting clear expectations and addressing issues promptly and fairly.
- Communicated regularly with over 60 parents about student progress, highlighting achievements and addressing concerns needed.
- Increased student comprehension by implementing diverse instructional strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
- Organized 3 extracurricular activities such as book clubs or writing workshops to further engage students outside regular class time.
Supervising Registration Officer
National Identification Authority
02.2020 - 04.2020
- Coordinated 18 colleague officers and approximately 1200 registrants leading to the issuance of 1020 national identity cards
- Successfully managed a registration center, ensuring efficient queueing processes and accurate results
Deputy Returning Officer (Special Duties)
Electoral Commission of Ghana
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Successfully managed 2 polling stations, ensuring efficient voting processes and accurate results
- Coordinated voter registration drives, resulting in significant increases of 82% in voter turnout
- Collaborating with colleagues to prevent and resolve electoral disputes and ensure peaceful elections
Education
Master of Arts - Contemporary English Studies
University of Ghana
Accra, Ghana.05-2023
Bachelor of Education - Psychology And Foundations, ENGLISH
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Ghana10.2018
Diploma in Basic Education - Basic Education
S.D.A College of Education
Koforidua, Ghana07.2014
Skills
- Collaborative learning
- Excellent Oral and written communication
- Creative writing
- Adaptability
- Analytical thinking
- Faculty collaboration and support
Accomplishments
- Increased student's grade average by 82%.
- Became a go-to resource for English Literature.
- Earned trusted status with Sarpeiman M/A Basic School 1, Amasaman-Accra, consistently being called upon to meet special student requirements.
Certification
- Ghana Teachers' License, National Teaching Council, Ghana
- Drivers' License, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority, Ghana
- Professional Noticing of Mathematics Teachers: State-of-the-Art and Cultural Influences
- Emerging Technologies for Teaching and Learning
Researchconducted
- Parenting Styles and Pupils' Academic Performance: A Case study of Pakro R/C Basic School in Akuapem South Municipality
- A Correlative Study of Parents' Socio-Economic Status and Pupils' Academic Performance in Pakro R/C Basic School
- The Consequences of the Quest for Power and Leadership: A Phenomenological Study of Queen Pokou; Time of the Legend
Nationalandcommunityengagements
- Field Census Officer, Ghana Statistical Service, Nsawam, Eastern Region, 06/2021 - 07/2021
- Supervising Registration Officer, National Identification Authority, Aburi, Eastern Region, 02/2020 - 04/2020
Training
- Critical Thinking in Literature
- Culture & Arts Criticism
- Research Proposal Writing
- Meaning In English
- Introduction to Research
- Information Literacy
- Varieties of English
- Semantics and Meanings
- Adolescent Psychology
- Subject-based Pedagogies
- Educational Psychology
Leadership Experience
- Deputy Returning Officer (Special Duties), 2015, 2019, 2023, Electoral Commission of Ghana
- General Course Representative, 2012-2014
- College sanitary Officer (prefect), 2013/2014
- GBC Sports Editor, 2013/2014
- Welfare Chairperson, 2022-2023
- School and Circuit levels Examination Coordinator
- Youth Leader (Church)
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Field Census Officer
Ghana Statistical Service
06.2021 - 07.2021
High School English Language & Literature Tutor
Abuakwa State College
01.2021 - Current
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
Sarpeiman M/A Basic School 1
01.2021 - 11.2023
Supervising Registration Officer
National Identification Authority
02.2020 - 04.2020
Deputy Returning Officer (Special Duties)
Electoral Commission of Ghana
01.2015 - 01.2020
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
Sarpeiman M/A Basic School 1
09.2014 - 01.2021
- Ghana Teachers' License, National Teaching Council, Ghana
- Drivers' License, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority, Ghana
- Professional Noticing of Mathematics Teachers: State-of-the-Art and Cultural Influences
- Emerging Technologies for Teaching and Learning
Master of Arts - Contemporary English Studies
University of Ghana
Bachelor of Education - Psychology And Foundations, ENGLISH
University of Cape Coast
Diploma in Basic Education - Basic Education
S.D.A College of Education
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