Juliana Botchwey
Konongo
Summary
Seasoned Classroom Teacher with background in creating engaging lesson plans adhering to curriculum guidelines. Strengths include strong communication skills, ability to manage classroom effectively and foster positive learning environment. Demonstrated impact in previous roles by incorporating innovative teaching methods to improve student understanding and achievements.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Odumasi M/A 2 Basic School
Konongo
09.2019 - Current
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Tracked attendance, assignments, grades and class participation for students.
- Created a safe environment that fostered collaboration among students.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
Classroom Teacher
Konongo Mines A Basic School
Konongo
09.2009 - 07.2018
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through inquiry-based activities and discussions.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Engaged in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and modify instruction accordingly.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Developed lessons, activities and materials to cover required course material.
English Teacher
Ghana Education Service
Serebuoso
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students
- Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials
- Help students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication
- Use tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials
- Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education, applying new strategies to improve teaching methods
- Plan lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material
- Built strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a positive school culture focused on collaboration and continuous growth
- Design dynamic lesson plans based on student interests to increase overall student GPA
- Organize extracurricular activities such as clubs or tutoring sessions, promoting student engagement outside of regular class hours
- Implement differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities, fostering an inclusive classroom environment
- Evaluate student performance through various assessment tools, using data-driven instruction to guide future lesson planning and target areas for improvement
- Increase parent involvement by regularly communicating with families regarding student progress and upcoming events
- Serve as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance and support in creating effective lesson plans and managing classroom behavior
- Foster team collaboration between students through group projects
- Provide individualized support for struggling learners, implementing targeted interventions tailored to each student's unique needs
- Develop innovative classroom management strategies that maintained discipline while encouraging open communication between students and teachers
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, strengthening students' understanding of cross-curricular connections
- Enhance student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lessons
- Facilitate the integration of technology into daily lessons by incorporating multimedia resources and online platforms to enhance subject matter understanding
Class Teacher
Ghana Education Service
Bontrase
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Meet with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students
- Reinforce positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments
- Teach core subjects of math, science, technology, and history
- Offer supplemental and individualized instruction for at-risk and struggling students
- Promote inclusive learning environments by adapting instructional strategies to meet the needs of all learners, including those with special needs or English language learners
- Evaluate student progress using various assessment tools such as quizzes, tests, essays, presentations, or group projects; used results to adjust instruction as needed
- Foster a love of reading in students by creating an engaging classroom library with diverse literature selections and promoting independent reading time
- Schedule and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity
- Address consistent behavior problems with students, parents and senior staff
- Work one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns
- Maintain knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels
- Develop positive rapport with students of various and diverse backgrounds
- Use learning stations to incorporate colors, shapes, and textures to help students develop communication skills and build relationships
- Maintain student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level
- Develop communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning
- Deliver audio-visual presentations on various platforms to cater to different learning styles
- Assess and improved lesson plans through implementation and experimentation
- Design daily lesson plans customized to student needs
- Develop learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks
- Mentor new teachers within the school community by sharing best practices, lesson plans, and advice on navigating common challenges faced in the profession
- Contribute to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic achievement, including participation in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on cross-curricular projects
- Organize extracurricular activities such as field trips and after-school clubs, enriching the educational experience for all students
- Serve as a positive role model for both students and colleagues alike; demonstrated professionalism and dedication towards continuous improvement throughout my career
- Develop strong relationships with parents, guardians, and colleagues through effective communication and collaboration, fostering a supportive learning environment for students
Education
Master of Arts - Master of Education, Early Childhood
University of Education-Winneba
Winneba10.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Education, Early Childhood
University of Education-Winneba
Winneba01.2009
Certificate in Education - Certificate in Education
Wesley College Of Education
Kumasi01.2001
Senior High School -
Oda Senior High School
Oda01.1997
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
- Leadership Skills
- Lesson implementation
- Parent-teacher communication
- Child development expertise
- Inclusive environment creation
- Staff monitoring
- Staff supervision
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Activity planning
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Writing of reports
- Supporting the needy and under-privileged
Inservice Training
- Training workshop for Early Childhood Coordinators (ECE Methodology), 2015
- Early Grade Learning Materials on Implementation, USAD partnership for education, 2017
- Refresher Training on early Grade Reading Materials Implementation USAD partnership for education, 2018
- Training workshop on the introduction on the standard base curriculum, 2019
- One day Orientation Workshop on Early Childhood Education Policy Framework, 2020
- Training workshop on Early Grade Reading Materials (T2E), 2021
- One day intensive Phonics Workshop for Early Childhood Coordinators, 2021
- Two day capacity building workshop on the new educational curriculum for basic and early grade tutors of College for Distance and e-learning, 2022
- In-service on Universal Device for Learning (UDL), 2023
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Odumasi M/A 2 Basic School
09.2019 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Konongo Mines A Basic School
09.2009 - 07.2018
English Teacher
Ghana Education Service
01.2004 - 01.2005
Class Teacher
Ghana Education Service
01.2001 - 01.2004
Master of Arts - Master of Education, Early Childhood
University of Education-Winneba
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Education, Early Childhood
University of Education-Winneba
Certificate in Education - Certificate in Education
Wesley College Of Education
Senior High School -
Oda Senior High School
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