Lydia Abbor-Mensah
Kumasi
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Ghana Education Service, excelling in resource mobilization and fostering teamwork. Enhanced student engagement through innovative teaching methods and mentoring, resulting in improved academic performance. Committed to building strong relationships with parents and colleagues, while integrating diverse perspectives into the curriculum.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
WHOMS FIELD WORKER - MID GHANA CONFERENCE OF A.M.E
A.M.E ZION CHURCH
08.2017 - Current
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Headteacher
Ghana Education Service
09.2009 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, performance, and progress to ensure transparency and effective communication with parents.
- Mentored junior teachers, sharing best practices and providing constructive feedback to improve their teaching techniques.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Fostered a stimulating learning environment by maintaining well-organized and dynamic classroom spaces for daily use.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Organized extracurricular activities that complemented the curriculum while fostering teamwork and leadership skills among students.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by holding regular meetings, discussing student performance, concerns, and areas for improvement.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Fostered strong relationships between faculty members through effective communication channels and team-building events.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects, promoting holistic understanding of various subjects among students.
- Increased overall student satisfaction by utilizing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning preferences.
- Guided meaningful classroom discussions, encouraging students to delve deeper into subject matter and develop critical thinking skills.
- Actively participated in school-wide initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall quality of education provided by the institution.
- Assisted administrators in enhancing courses, leading to enhanced student learning experiences and improved test scores.
Teacher
Ghana Education Service
09.1997 - 09.2008
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- 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.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
University of Education
Winneba, Ghana08-2015
Bachelor of Education - Basic Education
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast10-2010
Skills
- Mobilisation of resources
- Team work
- Prayer
Timeline
WHOMS FIELD WORKER - MID GHANA CONFERENCE OF A.M.E
A.M.E ZION CHURCH
08.2017 - Current
Headteacher
Ghana Education Service
09.2009 - Current
Teacher
Ghana Education Service
09.1997 - 09.2008
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
University of Education
Bachelor of Education - Basic Education
University of Cape Coast
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