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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Hobbies and Interests
Accomplishments
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Lordina Maame Kwakyewah Nimfam

Accra

Summary

Enthusiastic teacher with about9 years of experience teaching various levels of learners (Primary to University) Proven record of training teachers in play based teaching activities to enhance learning Committed to using interesting teaching strategies that support the learning needs of students in the classroom

Positive, upbeat individual with knack for innovative teaching strategies and effective communication. Well-versed in educational theories and curriculum development, showcasing strong analytical and organizational skills. Committed to making significant impact by fostering engaging and productive learning environment.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Teaching Consultant

Self Employed
08.2022 - Current
  • Researched and designed training materials to train teachers (Examples are Play-based learning and Creating Learning Centres in the Classroom)
  • Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Designed course materials and supported implementation.

Teacher (English Language, ESL and Literature in English)

Galaxy International School
08.2019 - 02.2021
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.

Substitute English teacher (English Department)

Ghana International School
04.2016 - 06.2016
  • Assessed student performance through formal and informal evaluations, providing constructive feedback to guide improvement.
  • Adapted lesson plans to accommodate unexpected changes or challenges within the school day while maintaining focus on key learning objectives.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
  • Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.

Teaching and administrative assistant (English Department)

Ghana International School
09.2015 - 03.2016
  • Filing all communications to the department and other documents appropriately
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
  • Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
  • Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.

Home tutor

Private Tuition (Part-Time)
09.2011 - 06.2015
  • Helped students prepare for tests and exams by providing guidance, motivation, and encouragement.
  • Created lesson plans, review worksheets and practice tests to prepare students for weekly tests and quizzes.
  • Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
  • Communicated with parents and teachers on students' progress.
  • Reviewed materials assigned by students' teachers to aid students in successfully completing homework.
  • Reviewed class materials with students by discussing text, working out solutions to problems and reviewing worksheets or other assignments.

English Language Teacher (British Curriculum)

New Nation School, Ghana
09.2012 - 08.2013
  • Encouraged students to aim for excellence through reading competitions
  • Tutored and assisted students to help with English language comprehension and mastery.
  • Improved student literacy levels through targeted intervention and support programs.
  • Prepared, administered and corrected weekly tests and examinations to observe student overall performance.

Teaching Assistant (Academic Writing)

Language Centre, University of Ghana
09.2010 - 08.2011
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to increased understanding and improved grades.

Internship Data Collector

Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry
07.2009 - 08.2009
  • Speaking one on one with managers and CEOs about the membership benefits of the Chamber of Commerce
  • Convincing these CEO’s and managers to become members of the Chamber
  • Gathering and collecting information from the companies and reporting to the Chamber daily

Education

MPhil - Education

University of Ghana
01.2023

Ghana Teacher Licensure Examination Certificate - undefined

12.2022

IELTS (Academic) - undefined

British Council
06.2019

Master of Arts - Education (Sandwich)

University of Ghana
08.2018

Bachelor of Arts - English & Spanish

University of Ghana
03.2010

Microsoft Suite and type-setting - undefined

E-Base Africa Computer School
08.2005

General Arts - Literature in English, Christian Religious Studies, Government and French

Fijai Secondary School
06.2005

Skills

  • Multitasking abilities
  • Teacher mentoring
  • Lesson planning
  • Efficient in SPSS, MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Other Skills Acquired Through Work Experience
  • Capable of preparing and organising well-structured presentations
  • Experienced in creating and developing curriculum
  • Time management and organizational abilities
  • Capable of negotiating and working in a team to present ideas and information
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Learning strategies
  • Training program development

References

Saviour Ayertey, Nubuor, Dr., sanubuor@ug.edu.gh, +233-243069516, University of Ghana, Lecturer, P.O. Box LG78, Legon, Ghana

Hobbies and Interests

Reading and editing written work

Accomplishments

  • As a Teaching Assistant, I helped many level100 students to pass their Academic Writing course by editing their essays
  • Succeeded in helping to expand the Secondary School library by organising reading competitions and encouraging students to read more

Timeline

Teaching Consultant

Self Employed
08.2022 - Current

Teacher (English Language, ESL and Literature in English)

Galaxy International School
08.2019 - 02.2021

Substitute English teacher (English Department)

Ghana International School
04.2016 - 06.2016

Teaching and administrative assistant (English Department)

Ghana International School
09.2015 - 03.2016

English Language Teacher (British Curriculum)

New Nation School, Ghana
09.2012 - 08.2013

Home tutor

Private Tuition (Part-Time)
09.2011 - 06.2015

Teaching Assistant (Academic Writing)

Language Centre, University of Ghana
09.2010 - 08.2011

Internship Data Collector

Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry
07.2009 - 08.2009

MPhil - Education

University of Ghana

Ghana Teacher Licensure Examination Certificate - undefined

IELTS (Academic) - undefined

British Council

Master of Arts - Education (Sandwich)

University of Ghana

Bachelor of Arts - English & Spanish

University of Ghana

Microsoft Suite and type-setting - undefined

E-Base Africa Computer School

General Arts - Literature in English, Christian Religious Studies, Government and French

Fijai Secondary School

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