Liza Abena Nimakowah
Kumasi
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
International Community School
09.2009 - Current
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Completed documentation on individual children and teachers for recordkeeping.
- Planned and prepared activities for 5 year old students.
- Built strong relationships with parents, providing regular updates on student progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance on lesson planning, classroom management techniques, and parent communication strategies.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Enhanced student learning experiences by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
- Organized class field trips to relevant educational destinations, enhancing students'' understanding of course material in real-world contexts.
- Implemented behavior management strategies effectively reducing disruptions during instructional time while promoting a positive learning atmosphere.
- Managed diverse classrooms by adapting teaching methods to accommodate various learning abilities and styles.
- Increased overall student comprehension by differentiating instruction based on individual needs and learning styles.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
Assistant Manager
Refikin Enterprise
02.2006 - 09.2009
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
Education
Certificate -
Tes Institute
England 05.2024
Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood Education
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast Ghana 10.2023
Certificate - Differentiated Instruction
Centre For Differentiated Learning
08.2017
Diploma in Psychology And Foundations of Education - Diploma in Education
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Ghana09.2016
Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination - Home Economics
Aduman Senior High School
Kumasi, Ghana07.2002
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
Accomplishments
- Served as head of committee for organizing extra curricula programmes such as graduation, christmas concerts, talent shows, inter-club quiz competitions, etc.
- Served as a boarding house tutor.
- Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
- Interactive Learning - Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
Timeline
Teacher
International Community School
09.2009 - Current
Assistant Manager
Refikin Enterprise
02.2006 - 09.2009
Certificate -
Tes Institute
Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood Education
University of Cape Coast
Certificate - Differentiated Instruction
Centre For Differentiated Learning
Diploma in Psychology And Foundations of Education - Diploma in Education
University of Cape Coast
Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination - Home Economics
Aduman Senior High School
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