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Linda Esinam Awudey

Linda Esinam Awudey

Accra

Summary

I am a passionate and licensed Illinois educator with over a decade of experience in teaching at the early years and lower primary level, specializing in international curricula, including Cambridge Primary, IB framework, and American curriculum. I have gained invaluable expertise as a Key Stage 1 teacher in student-centered learning, social-emotional learning integration, and differentiated instruction to support diverse learners. My focus is on creating engaging, inclusive, and multicultural learning environments to help students build a strong foundation in literacy, numeracy, develop critical thinking, and achieve holistic student development and academic excellence.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Teacher Trainer

OneSeed Ghana
Accra
04.2024 - Current
  • Delivered targeted instructional coaching to over 15 teachers, enhancing instructional quality and student outcomes.
  • Designed and facilitated professional development workshops on classroom management and positive discipline strategies.
  • Conducted classroom observations and provided data-driven feedback, fostering measurable growth in teacher effectiveness.
  • Supported design of inclusive, student-centered lesson plans aligned with international standards.

Lead Tutor

Adnels Tuition and Consultancy
Accra
03.2020 - Current
  • Created tailored education plans for over 10 students across the US, UK, and Ghana, enhancing academic achievement.
  • Developed specialized homeschool curricula during COVID-19, facilitating grade progression and exam preparedness.
  • Designed engaging learning environments that promoted active participation and skill enhancement.
  • Organized educational field trips for 10 students, incorporating experiential learning and reflective reporting.

Key Stage 1 Teacher

Galaxy International School
Accra
01.2018 - 07.2020
  • Integrated systematic phonics instruction and reading strategies (Jolly Phonics) to improve early literacy for ESL and diverse learners, directly supporting a strong foundation in literacy.
  • Integrated social and emotional learning, PSHCE lessons, and positive discipline strategies promote kindness, empathy, and holistic student development.
  • Assessed student progress regularly using adaptive assessments and digital tools to support differentiated, inclusive instruction, while maintaining accurate records of learners.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance teaching quality, and contributed to the culture of continuous improvement and professional learning.

Junior Teacher

Ghana International School
Accra
10.2015 - 08.2016
  • Supported the Lead Teacher by assisting with lesson preparation and providing constructive feedback on individual student progress.
  • Maintained accurate academic records and comprehensive student portfolios for accreditation and assessment purposes.
  • Participated actively in staff meetings, and made comprehensive notes of discussions regarding weekly lessons and required resources to support a smooth teaching and learning session.
  • Managed educational resources effectively, ensuring accurate inventory and availability for classroom activities.

Education

Illinois Educator License -

Illinois State Board Education
Chicago, United States
12.2025

Early Childhood Education Teacher Diploma -

HEI Schools
Helsinki, Finland
02.2023

Master of Education - Educational Administration in Higher Institutions

University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Ghana
04.2018

Bachelor of Arts - English Education

University of Education, Winneba
Winneba, Ghana
07.2014

Skills

  • Cross-cultural communication
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Effective classroom management
  • Outlook management
  • Positive discipline techniques
  • Data-driven assessment
  • Digital literacy and EdTech
  • Differentiation and Inclusive instruction strategies
  • Social and emotional learning integration

Volunteer Experience

  • Agape New Testament Church, Accra, Ghana, Agape Children Ministry Lead Volunteer, 01/02/18, Current, Agape Children Ministry Lead Volunteer. I serve as a Lead Volunteer with children between the ages of 7 -9 to ensure my team are prepared with the resources to teach the word every Sunday.
  • Duafe Sisterhood, Accra, Ghana, 31/05/25, Current, Duafe Sisterhood is an initiative supported by Start from Ghana and OneSeed to help fight period poverty in Ghana.

Training

  • 23/07/24, 26/07/24, Learning Support and Accessibility (Dyslexia Intervention Strategies Workshop), British Council (Ghana), This conference was organized by Africa Dyslexia Organization for key stakeholders in the space of Education. The 3 day conference focused on Understanding Dyslexia and other learning differences in the classroom and how a teacher can create an inclusive classroom for all the learners., https://africadyslexia.org/
  • 25/03/23, 25/03/23, The Teacher's Educator Network (Belonging - Every student can succeed when they feel connected), Lincoln Community School (Accra, Ghana), This was a day conference that connected teachers from all over the regions in Ghana. There were different stations with speakers which one can choose to attend., http://www.lincoln.edu.gh/

Certification

Level 1 Child Safeguarding

Timeline

Teacher Trainer

OneSeed Ghana
04.2024 - Current

Lead Tutor

Adnels Tuition and Consultancy
03.2020 - Current

Key Stage 1 Teacher

Galaxy International School
01.2018 - 07.2020

Junior Teacher

Ghana International School
10.2015 - 08.2016

Illinois Educator License -

Illinois State Board Education

Early Childhood Education Teacher Diploma -

HEI Schools

Master of Education - Educational Administration in Higher Institutions

University of Cape Coast

Bachelor of Arts - English Education

University of Education, Winneba
Linda Esinam Awudey