Joseph Kwashie Anthony Datsomor
Summary
Industrious educator with a solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions, and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Trained in attendance, assessment, and grading requirements. Highly tolerant Teaching Assistant dedicated to supporting a safe classroom environment. Energetic and motivated with extensive knowledge in various subjects. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching, Research and Administrative Assistant
Political Science Department, University Of Ghana
11.2022 - Current
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lesson plans.
- Improved classroom management through consistent enforcement of rules and fostering a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, promoting cross-curricular learning.
- Established rapport with students by maintaining open lines of communication and demonstrating genuine interest in their progress.
- Accompany lecturers to craft lesson plans for tutorial sessions
- Take attendance and keep track of evaluations and paperwork
- Help to explain assignments and test instructions to boost student comprehension
- Prepare classroom for daily lessons and clean and organize between classes
- Provide administrative support by photocopying class materials and organizing digital files
- Conduct tutoring and review sessions to help students understand concepts and prepare for assessments
- Assist faculty members and staff with student conferences and seminars
- Provide general administrative support to faculty members, students, and staff
- Assist in managing departmental communications, including emails and phone calls
- Maintain and update departmental records, databases, and filing systems
- Coordinate scheduling and appointments for faculty and departmental meetings
- Help organize and manage events, seminars, and workshops hosted by the department
- Assist in preparing and distributing departmental announcements and newsletters
Examinations Officer
Political Science Department, University Of Ghana
11.2022 - Current
- Mark undergraduate examination scripts under the supervision of lecturers
- Evaluate and grade examinations, assignments, and essays
- Meet with supervisor to discuss students' grades and complete required grade-related paperwork
Printer Operator
Judfred Sign
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Enhanced print quality by performing routine equipment maintenance and calibrating color profiles.
- Increased production efficiency by streamlining workflows and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Reduced waste and saved resources by monitoring print runs and adjusting settings for optimal output.
- Ensured timely project completion with effective communication and collaboration with team members.
- Adjusted drying and laying to foster smooth lay of ink
- Operated press to produce products while maintaining quality, waste, and press efficiency
- Downloaded and scanned files to be printed
- Set up and operated auxiliary equipment such as cutting, folding, plate-making, drilling, and laminating machines
- Maintained a safe working environment through proper handling of chemicals, inks, and machinery.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing solutions to printing issues.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet strict deadlines consistently.
- Examines client orders to determine quantities to be printed
- Adjusted digital files to alter print elements such as fonts, graphics, and color separations
- Developed strong relationships with clients by delivering high-quality prints that met their specifications.
Education
Master of Philosophy - Political Science
University of Ghana
Legon, Accra10.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Russian Studies
University of Ghana
Legon, Accra10.2022
West African Senior Secondary Certificate Exams -
Presbyterian Boys' Senior High School
Legon, Accra05.2017
Basic Education Certificate Examinations -
Glorious Child School Limited
Pokuase, Accra06.2013
Skills
- Reception Oversight
- Group Instruction
- Lesson Implementation
- Expertise in MS Office
- Analytical Thinking
- SPSS Expertise
- Tutoring and Mentoring
- Knowledgeable About Political Science
Research Interests
Comparative Politics
Public Policy
Democracy
International Relations
Diplomacy
International Politics
International Law
Accomplishments
- Earned "Best Teaching Assistant of the Year" in the 2022/23 Academic Year.
- Earned "Academic Excellence Award" in 2015/16 Academic Year.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Russian
Elementary (A2)
Volunteer Experience
Volunteered to plant trees as part of the Vice Chancellor's Green Project in 2019 at the University of Ghana, where I submitted reports in writing that went into depth on tree planting and took part in workshops and seminars that stressed the value of planting trees.
Volunteered with JS Infinity Foundation's 2020 donation exercise to the Great Mission International Orphanage Home at Teshie in Accra
References
Mr. Frederick Odartey Lamptey
Chief Executive Officer, Judfred Sign - Pokuase
0244642549
Mr. Eugene Kpoti-Mayor
Administrator, Glorious Child School Limited
0542661026
Ashiquaye-Doku Doreen Armah
Snr Administrative Assistant
Political Science Department
University of Ghana
055 869 4787
darmah@ug.edu.gh
Dr Akpeko Agbevade
Lecturer
University of Ghana Political
Science Department
aagbevade@ug.edu.gh
Professor Abdulai Mohammed Kuryini
Senior Lecturer
University of Ghana
Political Science Department
akmohamammed@ug.edu.gh
Dr Yeboah-Assiamah Emmanuel
Lecturer
University of Ghana
Political Science Department eyeboah-assiamah@ug.edu.gh
Professor Ransford Edward Van Gyampo
Senior Lecturer
University of Ghana Political
Science Department
revgyampo@ug.edu.gh
Timeline
Teaching, Research and Administrative Assistant
Political Science Department, University Of Ghana
11.2022 - Current
Examinations Officer
Political Science Department, University Of Ghana
11.2022 - Current
Printer Operator
Judfred Sign
07.2017 - 08.2018
Master of Philosophy - Political Science
University of Ghana
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Russian Studies
University of Ghana
West African Senior Secondary Certificate Exams -
Presbyterian Boys' Senior High School
Basic Education Certificate Examinations -
Glorious Child School Limited
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