Joseph Darko
Accra
Summary
Dynamic educator from Ghana Education Service, adept in Classroom Management and Technology Integration, enhanced student engagement and comprehension through innovative teaching methods. Mentored peers and students, fostering an inclusive environment that promoted continuous growth. Achievements include significant improvement in student GPA and successful curriculum implementation, embodying a positive role model.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Subject Teacher
Ghana Education Service (GES)
01.2023 - Current
- Ensured alignment between lesson objectives, instructional materials, and assessments through careful planning and ongoing review of curriculum materials.
- Built strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a positive school culture focused on collaboration and continuous growth.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or tutoring sessions, promoting student engagement outside of regular class hours.
Subject Teacher
Ghana Education Service
09.2017 - 09.2022
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lessons.
- Developed innovative classroom management strategies that maintained discipline while encouraging open communication between students and teachers.
- Facilitated the integration of technology into daily lessons by incorporating multimedia resources and online platforms to enhance subject matter understanding.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance and support in creating effective lesson plans and managing classroom behavior.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities, fostering an inclusive classroom environment.
Assistant Sports Teacher
Ghana Education Service
09.2014 - 09.2016
- Served as a mentor for students seeking guidance on personal or academic issues related to sports participation or potential collegiate opportunities.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using assessments, observations, and data analysis to make informed decisions about future instruction.
- Implemented innovative training methods to keep students engaged while improving their athletic abilities consistently over time.
- Supported individual student growth with personalized coaching, recognizing unique strengths and weaknesses to tailor instruction accordingly.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress, upcoming events, or concerns that arose throughout the season.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to create multidisciplinary lessons that incorporated physical education concepts across various subjects.
Subject Teacher
Ghana Education Service
09.2013 - 09.2016
- Evaluated student performance through various assessment tools, using data-driven instruction to guide future lesson planning and target areas for improvement.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Designed dynamic lesson plans based on student interests to increase overall student GPA.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education, applying new strategies to improve teaching methods.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
Education
Bachelor of Education (B'Ed) - Psychology And Foundation of Education
University of Cape Coast (UCC)
Cape Coast, Ghana09.2017
Diploma - Diploma in Basic Education
Accra College of Education (AcCE)
Accra, Ghana08.2013
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Peer Collaboration
- Lesson Planning
- Student Motivation
- Technology Integration
- SMART Board aptitude
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Student-Centered Learning
- Behavior Management
- Public Speaking
- Curriculum Implementation
- Fluent in English
Accomplishments
- Designed and conducted a well-received professional development workshop for Nima '1' Basic School staff in May, 2023.
- Received commendation from Nima '1' Basic School's head teacher for successfully working with students with behavior problems.
- Data Organization - Organized scores of over 70 students into online database for parents' immediate access.
- Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
- launched a weekly activity where various topics on health will be discussed to break the stereotype mindset about persons with special needs
Affiliations
- Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT)
Certification
- Identification and key interventions in managing individuals with special educational needs - IDE EDUCARE SERVICES, June 2024
- Curriculum and training for classroom teachers - August 2023 by the National Teacher Council (NTC)
- Curriculum structure in SBC/CCP and quality lesson in planning and delivery - June 2023 by NTC
- GALOP Online differential learning training - October 2023 by NTC
- Sociology of education - December 2022 by NTC
- Coaching and the national teaching standards training- May 2022 by NTC
Additional Information
Licenses:
National Teaching Council (NTC), Republic of Ghana Teachers' license
Registered no: PT/001005/2013
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Twi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Subject Teacher
Ghana Education Service (GES)
01.2023 - Current
Subject Teacher
Ghana Education Service
09.2017 - 09.2022
Assistant Sports Teacher
Ghana Education Service
09.2014 - 09.2016
Subject Teacher
Ghana Education Service
09.2013 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Education (B'Ed) - Psychology And Foundation of Education
University of Cape Coast (UCC)
Diploma - Diploma in Basic Education
Accra College of Education (AcCE)
- Identification and key interventions in managing individuals with special educational needs - IDE EDUCARE SERVICES, June 2024
- Curriculum and training for classroom teachers - August 2023 by the National Teacher Council (NTC)
- Curriculum structure in SBC/CCP and quality lesson in planning and delivery - June 2023 by NTC
- GALOP Online differential learning training - October 2023 by NTC
- Sociology of education - December 2022 by NTC
- Coaching and the national teaching standards training- May 2022 by NTC
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