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Louis Yaw Takyi

Louis Yaw Takyi

Teacher
Nalerigu,North East

Summary

Organized High School Biology Teacher with four years of experience teaching over 40 students. Skillful in monitoring large classrooms and cultivating positive relationships with students. Proficient in monitoring student academic progress, administering and grading assessments and maintaining detailed, complete student records. Dedicated to providing balanced, engaging learning environment for all students.

I am committed to delivering high-quality instruction to varied ages, abilities and backgrounds. Builds positive, productive classroom environments through good behaviour management, increasing engagement and attainment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head Teacher

Ideal College School, Nalerigu Branch
Nalerigu, Ghana
01.2022 - Current
  • Foster a positive school culture that promotes academic excellence, equity, inclusion, and continuous improvement
  • Promote professional growth and development among staff through coaching, mentoring, and providing opportunities for ongoing learning
  • Ensure compliance with relevant education laws, regulations, and policies at the local, state, and national levels
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the school, including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, and facilities management
  • Recruit, hire, evaluate, and retain qualified teachers and staff who are dedicated to the school's mission and values
  • Conduct regular staff meetings, professional development sessions, and performance evaluations to enhance teaching effectiveness and student learning outcomes
  • Create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed
  • Build strong partnerships with parents, families, community organizations, and other stakeholders to support student learning and development
  • Represent the school at community events, meetings, and forums to promote positive relationships and enhance the school's reputation and standing
  • Address personnel issues, conflicts, and concerns in a fair, timely, and constructive manner, promoting a positive work environment.
  • Led and motivated teaching and support staff to continuously improve knowledge and abilities for optimum student education and support.
  • Enforced fair and equitable disciplinary code to protect students and staff.
  • Elevated school profile to bring in better staff, students and partnerships.
  • Strengthened community engagement strategies to boost programme outreach.
  • Kept institution financially sound by tracking expenses and maintaining detailed records.
  • Collaborated with parents and teaching staff on strategies to reduce disruptive behavioural incidents.

Teacher of Biology

Nalerigu Senior High School
Nalerigu
01.2021 - Current
  • Design and develop engaging and relevant lesson plans in accordance with curriculum standards
  • Align teaching materials with curriculum objectives and educational goals
  • Deliver clear and effective lectures, presentations, and demonstrations on biological concepts to about 40 students in one class
  • Facilitate class discussions, encourage questions, and promote critical thinking
  • Conduct hands-on experiments and demonstrations to reinforce theoretical concepts
  • Develop assessments, quizzes, and exams to evaluate students' understanding of biology
  • Provide timely and constructive feedback on assignments and assessments for class of 40 students
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of students' academic performance
  • Identify and address the individual learning needs of students through differentiated instruction
  • Manage student behaviour effectively, enforcing discipline when necessary
  • Utilize digital platforms for communication and assignments
  • Attend workshops, conferences, and training sessions relevant to education
  • Support and encourage student participation in science-related events and competitions
  • Participate in department meetings and contribute to curriculum planning
  • Assist students in selecting appropriate courses and career paths

Teacher of Biology

Ideal College School
Techiman, Ghana
08.2019 - 01.2021
  • Align teaching materials with curriculum objectives and educational goals
  • Deliver clear and effective lectures, presentations, and demonstrations on biological concepts
  • Facilitate class discussions, encourage questions, and promote critical thinking
  • Oversee laboratory activities, ensuring safety protocols are followed
  • Conduct hands-on experiments and demonstrations to reinforce theoretical concepts
  • Examined and marked end of term examinations for about 5 classes
  • Counselled and guided students in their studies and inter-personal relationship
  • Reported on students' progress and attitude to learning at parent-teacher meetings.
  • Researched new topics and teaching styles to incorporate into lesson plans.
  • Prepared over 250 students for exams using thorough revision and sample exam exercises.
  • Created and marked homework, exams and class activities for about 40 students to monitor individuals' progress.
  • Prepared lesson content and delivery in line with curriculum guidelines.

Teacher Of Biology

National Service Scheme Ghana
Techiman, Ghana
09.2019 - 08.2020
  • Design and develop engaging and relevant lesson plans in accordance with curriculum standards
  • Align teaching materials with curriculum objectives and educational goals
  • Deliver clear and effective lectures, presentations, and demonstrations on biological concepts
  • Facilitate class discussions, encourage questions, and promote critical thinking
  • Conduct hands-on experiments and demonstrations to reinforce theoretical concepts
  • Develop assessments, quizzes, and exams to evaluate students' understanding of biology
  • Provide timely and constructive feedback on assignments and assessments
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of students' academic performance
  • Identify and address the individual learning needs of students through differentiated instruction
  • Utilize digital platforms for communication and assignments
  • Attend workshops, conferences, and training sessions relevant to education
  • Support and encourage about 20% student participation in science-related events and competitions
  • Participate in department meetings and contribute to curriculum planning
  • Provide academic and career guidance to students interested in pursuing biology-related fields
  • Assist students in selecting appropriate courses and career paths
  • Adapt teaching methods to accommodate changes in curriculum, technology, or student needs.
  • Prepared lesson content and delivery in line with curriculum guidelines.
  • Assessed student performance, behaviour and class engagement.
  • Motivated students by demonstrating deep subject knowledge and passion for scientific practice.
  • Gave feedback to build confidence and raise attainment levels.
  • Transformed complex concepts into understandable, useful information for improved subject comprehension.
  • Organised biology field trips to zoos and museums for multiple classes.
  • Collaborated with teaching assistants and mentors to deliver additional support to struggling students.
  • Enforced strict behaviour management and health and safety procedures.

Education

Theology - Religious Education

Immanuel Bible Institute And Seminary
08.2019 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Biological Science Education

University Of Education, Winneba
Jul 2019, Kumasi, Mampong
09.2015 - 07.2019

Certificate of Higher Education - Science

West African Examination Council
Ghana
08.2011 - 12.2012

Certificate of Higher Education - Science

Tamale Senior High School
Jun 2011, Northern region
09.2007 - 06.2011

Skills

  • Laboratory Experiments
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Lesson planning
  • Lesson Plan Implementation
  • Educational Leadership
  • Curriculum Development
  • Evidence-Based Practices
  • Technology integration
  • Curriculum Delivery
  • Student Evaluation
  • Classroom Management
  • Communication skills

Certification

  • England Department For Education, Qualified Teacher Status, 2272120, 12/11/23
  • Republic of Ghana Teacher's License, 11/15/21, 11/15/24

Languages

English
Fluent

Affiliations

  • Poultry production, backyard farming,

References

  • Name: Mr. Eugene Oduro-Nimo,
  • Position: Headmaster of Ideal College Techiman,
  • Email: eugeno2009@gmail.com,
  • Telephone: 0246053006
  • Name: Mr. Emmanuel Adu Mensah
  • Position: Head of Biology Department, Techiman Senior High School,
  • Email: oblasscojunior11@gmail.com,
  • Telephone: 0555216743
  • Name: Mr. Nchaji David,
  • Position: Headmaster of Nalerigu Senior High School,
  • Email: dnchaji100@gmail.com,
  • Telephone: 0245234492

Personal Information

  • Date of birth: 07/15/92
  • Nationality: Ghanaian

Custom

I am a graduate of University of Education where i study biological science education and completed with my first degree. i am currently a Biology teacher teaching at Nalerigu Senior High school in the North East Region in Ghana. Organized High School Biology Teacher with four years of experience teaching over 40 students. Skillful in monitoring large classrooms and cultivating positive relationships with students. Proficient in monitoring student academic progress, administering and grading assessments and maintaining detailed, complete
student records. Dedicated to providing balanced, engaging learning environment for all students.

Quote

The person who says it cannot be done should not interrupt the person who is doing it.
Chinese proverb

Work Availability

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Interests

Learning, Reading, Communication

Backyard farming, Bee keeping and Photography

Backyard farming: Mushroom growing is one of the backyard farming i enjoying cultivating.

How i Grow Mushrooms in my backyard farming – 1: Prepare your substrate. When it comes to choosing a substrate, you have quite a few option, 2: Sterilization. Sterilization is a very important part of the process. 3: Inoculate the substrate. 4: Incubation. 5: Fruiting.

Beekeeeping: The method of beekeeping, the honeybees are raised in brood chambers in wooden boxes

Steps i follow in beekeeping in my backyard farming

1. Choosing the right hive 2, Site selection 3. Populating the hive 4. Baiting a swarm 5. Capturing a swarm 5. Honey harvesting 6. Honey processing

Photography: The process of recording an image, I usually take picture of a scenes that attack me. During festive celebration or occasion and i take picture and video for such occasion.

Timeline

Head Teacher

Ideal College School, Nalerigu Branch
01.2022 - Current

Teacher of Biology

Nalerigu Senior High School
01.2021 - Current

Teacher Of Biology

National Service Scheme Ghana
09.2019 - 08.2020

Theology - Religious Education

Immanuel Bible Institute And Seminary
08.2019 - 08.2021

Teacher of Biology

Ideal College School
08.2019 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Science - Biological Science Education

University Of Education, Winneba
09.2015 - 07.2019

Certificate of Higher Education - Science

West African Examination Council
08.2011 - 12.2012

Certificate of Higher Education - Science

Tamale Senior High School
09.2007 - 06.2011
  • England Department For Education, Qualified Teacher Status, 2272120, 12/11/23
  • Republic of Ghana Teacher's License, 11/15/21, 11/15/24
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