Michael Akrashie Okraku
Retired Principal
Koforidua,Eastern Region
Summary
Qualified administrator with long history in education and dedication to school performance, teacher training and student success. Attentive to pulse of school to proactively manage negative trends and recognize success in teachers and methods. Hands-on in mentoring teachers and supporting students.
Educational and organizational leader offering 30 years of career excellence. Demonstrating in-depth knowledge of community involvement methods and proposal writing focused on delivering highly-successful fundraising outcomes. Esteemed Educator and communicator proficient in Lecture and Demonstration instruction and team building exercises with students and faculty. Sharp and focused Retired Principal offering 4 years of expertise in education leadership. Dedicated to success of students, faculty and families with focus on addressing individuals while maintaining overall compliance with procedures and academic performance. Accomplished Retired Principal with advanced education and extensive classroom experience. Decisive in making operational, hiring and learning decisions. Clear and consistent in enforcing school rules and discipline. Organizational leader and educational administrator offering 4 years of experience as Principal for Technical/Vocational school leadership. Exercises honed competencies in development, implementation and execution of performance-enhancing programs. Outstanding skills in parent communication, conflict resolution and staff management. Known for consistently supporting faculty and staff as advocate leader. Motivational Principal excels in team building, culture-improving and performance-increasing initiatives. Demonstrating versatility in leadership approaches to acquire active participation in collaborative activities. Goal-oriented Principal driven to help students 14 to 21years of age focus on learning by maintaining discipline and equipping teachers with successful classroom strategies.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Retired Principal
Ghana Education Service, J. G. Knol Technical Institute
Adukrom-Akuapem
02.2019 - 08.2023
- Developed, implemented and evaluated school policies and procedures.
- Provided instructional leadership to faculty and staff in the areas of curriculum development, assessment practices and professional growth activities.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, students and members of the community to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Managed budgeting process for school operations including personnel hiring, supplies procurement and facility improvements.
- Supervised administrative staff responsible for student records, health services, transportation and food services.
- Oversaw compliance with state and federal laws related to education programs, student rights and safety regulations.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, administrators, families and other stakeholders in order to promote collaboration among all participants in the educational process.
- Monitored student academic performance data in order to identify trends or areas of need that require additional resources or support.
- Organized regular meetings with faculty members to discuss issues related to instruction, assessment strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Served as a liaison between school administration, local government agencies and external organizations involved in providing educational services.
- Assessed current teaching methods and techniques used by staff members in order to provide feedback on their effectiveness.
- Provided coaching sessions for teachers on best practices for classroom organization and management as well as effective instructional strategies.
Vice Principal Administration
Ghana Education Service, Koforidua Technical Institute
Koforidua-E/R
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Developed and implemented school-wide systems for monitoring student performance and progress.
- Facilitated the coordination of teachers, staff, parents, and community members to ensure a positive learning environment.
- Conducted regular meetings with faculty to discuss current issues in education and develop strategies for improvement.
- Ensured compliance with state and district regulations regarding curriculum design, instruction, assessment, and reporting.
- Monitored student attendance records to identify patterns of truancy or other potential problems.
- Collaborated with administrators to create effective policies related to school safety and discipline.
- Coordinated professional development activities for faculty members on topics such as technology integration and differentiated instruction.
- Provided guidance and support to department heads in developing individualized educational plans for students with special needs.
- Assisted in the recruitment of new teachers by interviewing candidates and making hiring recommendations.
- Resolved conflicts between students, parents, staff members, or community members through mediation sessions.
- Created opportunities for meaningful parent involvement in their children's education.
- Managed budget allocations including personnel costs, instructional materials acquisition, facility maintenance expenses.
- Analyzed data from standardized tests to inform decisions about curriculum changes or resource allocation.
- Evaluated teacher performance using established criteria such as lesson planning effectiveness and classroom management skills.
- Oversaw the implementation of extracurricular activities that promote physical fitness or social and emotional development among students.
- Organized field trips that provide experiential learning opportunities outside the classroom.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge base on emerging trends in education policy at both local and national levels.
- Promoted collaboration across departments within the school by encouraging communication between faculty members.
Vice Principal Academic
Ghana Education Service, St. Paul Technical Institute,
Kukurantumi-Akim
12.2014 - 04.2017
- Developed and implemented school-wide systems for monitoring student performance and progress.
- Facilitated the coordination of teachers, staff, parents, and community members to ensure a positive learning environment.
- Conducted regular meetings with faculty to discuss current issues in education and develop strategies for improvement.
- Ensured compliance with state and district regulations regarding curriculum design, instruction, assessment, and reporting.
- Monitored student attendance records to identify patterns of truancy or other potential problems.
- Collaborated with administrators to create effective policies related to school safety and discipline.
- Coordinated professional development activities for faculty members on topics such as technology integration and differentiated instruction.
- Provided guidance and support to department heads in developing individualized educational plans for students with special needs.
- Assisted in the recruitment of new teachers by interviewing candidates and making hiring recommendations.
- Resolved conflicts between students, parents, staff members, or community members through mediation sessions.
- Created opportunities for meaningful parent involvement in their children's education.
- Managed budget allocations including personnel costs, instructional materials acquisition, facility maintenance expenses.
- Analyzed data from standardized tests to inform decisions about curriculum changes or resource allocation.
- Evaluated teacher performance using established criteria such as lesson planning effectiveness and classroom management skills.
- Oversaw the implementation of extracurricular activities that promote physical fitness or social and emotional development among students.
- Organized field trips that provide experiential learning opportunities outside the classroom.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge base on emerging trends in education policy at both local and national levels.
- Promoted collaboration across departments within the school by encouraging communication between faculty members.
- Investigated complaints made against faculty or staff according to established procedures while ensuring fairness throughout the process.
- Reviewed student transcripts prior to graduation ceremonies to confirm eligibility requirements have been met.
- Managed school administration operations and organized teacher schedules, student registration processes and class orientation sessions.
Head of Automotive Engineering
Ghana Education Service. St. Paul Technical Institute
Kukurantumi-Akim
03.2014 - 12.2016
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Supervised the work of staff with regards to teaching and learning and record keeping.
- Ensured discipline among the staff with regards to punctuality and regularity at classes.
- Allocated subject areas classes to tutors with their involvement to enable the timetable Committee plan the master timetable effectively.
- Ensured that teachers have access to the syllabus and the necessary teaching and learning materials.
- Conducted and chaired meetings periodically with the staff to discuss issues and evaluate their performance to enhance teaching and learning.
- Moderated test items set by teachers.
- Workshop organisation and administration.
- Supervised daily tasks of the workshop assistant.
Automotive Engineering Tutor
Ghana Education Service, St. Paul Technical Institute,
Kukurantumi-Akim
09.1988 - 12.2016
- Prepared and administered tests to assess student understanding of course material.
- Conducted individual tutoring sessions with students to help them improve their academic performance.
- Provided comprehensive feedback on student progress, including areas for improvement and successes.
- Demonstrated various teaching techniques to engage students in the learning process.
- Developed lesson plans tailored to the needs of each student.
- Assisted students in developing effective study habits and strategies for success in school.
- Encouraged students to ask questions about topics they did not understand.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and progress.
- Organized group activities that allowed students to practice problem-solving skills collaboratively.
- Facilitated small-group discussions to increase comprehension of course material.
- Helped students develop critical thinking skills by engaging them in interactive dialogue about challenging concepts.
- Provided personalized guidance and support for students during office hours.
- Created a positive learning environment by encouraging open communication between tutor, teacher, and student's family members.
- Utilized different methods such as audio and visual aids, lectures, demonstrations, or hands-on activities to enhance learning outcomes.
- Monitored student performance on assignments and assessments throughout the year.
- Assisted teachers with grading papers or exams when needed.
- Counseled struggling learners on how best to approach difficult subjects or tasks.
- Adapted instruction methods based on individual learning styles.
- Supported teachers in implementing new curriculum initiatives.
- Collaborated with administrators on special projects related to tutoring services.
- Helped students review and understand previous lessons to make connection with new lesson.
- Assisted students in finding useful study methods to enhance academic performance.
- Met with students to clarify and review concepts taught in class and solve specific problems.
Automotive Workshop Assistant
Ghana Education Service, St. Paul Technical Institute,
Kukurantumi-Akim
09.1983 - 09.1988
- Assisted in the preparation and maintenance of workshop tools, equipment and materials.
- Organized and inventoried all incoming supplies for the workshop.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on machinery and vehicles.
- Checked quality of parts produced to ensure they met standards set by supervisors.
- Helped maintain a safe working environment at all times through regular safety inspections.
- Ensured proper handling and disposal of hazardous waste from the workshop area.
- Followed instructions from supervisors on specific tasks relating to repairs or servicing of machines and vehicles.
- Conducted periodic tests on equipment to ensure its functionality was up to standard.
- Maintained an accurate record of all work done in the workshop including time taken for each task performed.
- Monitored stock levels in order to anticipate any potential shortages in materials used for production.
- Repaired damaged parts where necessary using appropriate tools and techniques according to specifications provided by supervisors.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining any problems encountered during repair or servicing activities.
- Adhered strictly to workplace health and safety regulations at all times while carrying out duties within the workshop.
- Kept abreast of developments in technology related to workshops so that best practices could be implemented where possible.
- Identified areas where improvements could be made which would increase efficiency or reduce costs associated with running a workshop.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi-Ghana Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering (Plant Option)
Accra Technical University
Certificate in Education (Technical/Vocational) - Education
Advanced Technical Teachers' College
KumasiCity And Guilds of London, Motor Vehicle Technicians Part 3 - Workshop Organisation And Administration
Kumasi Polytechnic
Kumasi-Ghana Skills
Teaching and learning assessmentsundefined
Languages
English
First Language
Timeline
Retired Principal
Ghana Education Service, J. G. Knol Technical Institute
02.2019 - 08.2023
Vice Principal Administration
Ghana Education Service, Koforidua Technical Institute
02.2018 - 02.2019
Vice Principal Academic
Ghana Education Service, St. Paul Technical Institute,
12.2014 - 04.2017
Head of Automotive Engineering
Ghana Education Service. St. Paul Technical Institute
03.2014 - 12.2016
Automotive Engineering Tutor
Ghana Education Service, St. Paul Technical Institute,
09.1988 - 12.2016
Automotive Workshop Assistant
Ghana Education Service, St. Paul Technical Institute,
09.1983 - 09.1988
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering (Plant Option)
Accra Technical University
Certificate in Education (Technical/Vocational) - Education
Advanced Technical Teachers' College
City And Guilds of London, Motor Vehicle Technicians Part 3 - Workshop Organisation And Administration
Kumasi Polytechnic
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