Miriam Doku
Accra
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record, excelling in classroom management and collaborative learning. Skilled in developing tailored learning plans and fostering strong Committed to mentoring peers and implementing innovative instructional strategies to promote academic success. 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
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Class Teacher
Green Sprout2
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering a sense of community within the classroom.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, promoting respect and fostering a climate conducive to learning.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication and informative meetings, strengthening the home-school.
Teaching Assistant
Cradle International School
11.2020 - 04.2023
- Helped students prepare for tests and exams by providing guidance, motivation, and encouragement.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to increased understanding and improved grades which also personally earned me salary increase.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Served as a mentor to new teaching assistants, providing guidance on effective strategies for classroom management and instruction.
Home Tutor
Mr Agyare
02.2020 - 11.2020
- Communicated with parents and teachers on students' progress.
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Utilized creative teaching methods such as games and interactive activities to make learning enjoyable and effective.
- Developed academic strategies to improve student self-sufficiency and support academic goals.
Caregiver
Mrs Merve Dogan
06.2018 - 06.2020
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering a sense of community within the classroom.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, promoting respect and fostering a climate conducive to learning.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication and informative meetings, strengthening the home-school.
Education
120hours Tefl Certificate - Tefl
Tefl Universal
Sheffield, UK06.2025
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
The Montessori Training Institute
Accra-Ghana10.2024
Certificate - Education
The Montessori Training Institute
Accra-Ghana10.2024
W.A.S.S.C.e - Secondary Education Certificate
Manya Krobo Senior High School
Odumase-krobo08.2013
B.E.C.E Certificate - Basic Education
Aggrey Memorial International School
Accra-Kanda04.2009
Skills
- Collaborative learning
- Parent-teacher communication
- Project-based learning
- Classroom management
- Elementary education
- Performance assessments
- Child development
- Motivating students
Timeline
Class Teacher
Green Sprout2
02.2024 - 03.2025
Teaching Assistant
Cradle International School
11.2020 - 04.2023
Home Tutor
Mr Agyare
02.2020 - 11.2020
Caregiver
Mrs Merve Dogan
06.2018 - 06.2020
W.A.S.S.C.e - Secondary Education Certificate
Manya Krobo Senior High School
B.E.C.E Certificate - Basic Education
Aggrey Memorial International School
120hours Tefl Certificate - Tefl
Tefl Universal
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
The Montessori Training Institute
Certificate - Education
The Montessori Training Institute