Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Custom
Languages
Affiliations
Certification
References
Timeline
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Paul Adjei Okoh

Paul Adjei Okoh

Teaching
Accra,Ghana

Summary

  • Experienced teacher with over a decade of expertise in delivering engaging lessons across multiple curricula, including English, History, Mathematics, and Science. Focused on improving academic achievements and instilling a love for learning in students. Actively contributes to a collaborative work environment, supporting teachers and staff in reaching educational benchmarks. Holds a Bachelor's Degree in Educational Psychology, emphasizing a commitment to ongoing growth in educational methodologies.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certification
3
3

Continuous Professional Development Courses

Work history

CAMBRIDGE CURRICULUM INSTRUCTOR

TEACHER LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE
Accra, Ghana
2025 - Current
  • Collaborated with fellow instructors on ways to improve instruction and better serve student needs.
  • Organised appropriate resources to help students supplement course instruction.
  • Prepared lesson materials including visual aids and handouts to support learning objectives.
  • Monitored and documented student participation, assignments and attendance.

PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER

EDEN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
, GHANA
04.2025 - Current
  • Administered regular tests and assignments giving timely feedback.
  • Participated in staff meetings actively, contributing ideas for school development.
  • Utilised diverse teaching aids, enhancing comprehension of subjects taught.
  • Facilitated extracurricular activities promoting holistic development of pupils.

PRIMARY CLASS

SHIELD INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
ADENTA, ACCRA
02.2023 - 12.2024
  • Taught Mathematics and Science at the Primary Cambridge level.
  • Enrolled in British Council online courses for professional development, including Leadership and Development and Classroom Safety Management.
  • Prepared, marked, and assessed learners' class assignments, homework, and progress tests.
  • Took a key role as the Math club instructor during extra-curricular activities.
  • Served as a member of the 2023 graduation committee, overseeing supplies for the program.

PRIMARY AND JHS TEACHER

STERLING INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Accra, GHANA
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
  • Utilised ICT tools to create an interactive learning experience in classrooms.
  • Led after-school clubs, promoting student participation in extracurricular activities.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment through effective classroom management strategies.

PRIMARY CLASS

THE WIT SCHOOL
ARS - EAST LEGON, ACCRA
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Taught at the primary level as a class teacher in grade 2 with different age groups of 5- and 6-years old learners.
  • Had the opportunity to be trained in the HEI curriculum (Finland) together with the new Ghana curriculum.
  • As the facilitator in grade 2, I taught leaners subjects like the Language and Literacy, Mathematics, Science, History, Geography etc.
  • During circle time, I assisted learners sing rhymes, memorize verses in the scripture etc.
  • I also prepared, marked and assessed leaners class assignments, home assignments, and examinations.
  • I prepared and submitted monthly progress report for individual leaners to the principal.

PRIMARY CLASS

CHERRYFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL
POKUASE ACP, ACCRA
09.2019 - 08.2021
  • Taught basic 1 and 2 English Language as a subject teacher for about 20 learners between the ages of 5 and 9.
  • I also delivered purposeful lessons like RME, History, Our World Our People etc. to basic 2 for about 20 learners in a classroom setting.
  • As part of my duties as an English Language instructor, I was made to prepare project works for lower primary department every week.
  • I took a key role in extra-curricular activities like football and volleyball.
  • As a member of the English Language Department, I assisted in the preparation of quiz competitions among learners in different classes and departments.

JHS

TEIMAN - ST. JAMES ANGLICAN 2 BASIC SCHOOL
OYARIFA, ACCRA
09.2018 - 07.2019
  • Assisted to teach subjects like RME, Social Studies and English Language at the JHS department.
  • Assisted the Mathematics tutor in marking scripts and assessing pupils' performance.
  • Also assisted the I. T tutor in ICT related activities for the pupils to be enlightened in ICT skills.
  • Engaged in active sports activities such as football, volleyball, handball and athletics.
  • Assisted the head teacher in preparing important documents to the district office (LANMMA).
  • Assisted the sports committee to engage pupils in sporting activities such as football, volleyball, table tennis, athletics and other sporting disciplines.

UPPER PRIMARY CLASS

IMMANUEL RESTORATION SCHOOL COMPLEX
ABELEMKPE, ACCRA
09.2016 - 07.2018
  • Delivered creative and purposeful activities for about 15 students between the ages of 10-12 years.
  • Implemented multiple moral-related activities that improved children's moral uprightness.
  • Delivered multiple social - related activities that improved children's understanding of socialization.
  • Marked and assessed pupil's performance every end of term.
  • Ensured accurate and productive use of regular assessment of children.
  • During guided reading, helped a group of children with different abilities to improve their reading and phonic levels.

PRIMARY CLASS

PETHELEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL
TAIFA, ACCRA
09.2015 - 08.2016
  • Assisted to teach a class of about 12 students between the ages of 9-12years.
  • Assisted in engaging children to learn practical life skills.
  • Assisted in helping children to work independently.
  • Prepared pupils' examinations questions, marked and assessed pupils' performance every term.

UPPER PRIMARY CLASS

GOD'S GRACE AVAIL SCHOOL
ABELEMKPE, ACCRA
09.2013 - 07.2015
  • Delivered creative and purposeful activities to an average of 10 students between the ages of 9-12 years.
  • Implemented multiple moral-related activities that improved children's moral uprightness.
  • Delivered multiple social - related activities that improved children's understanding of socialization.
  • Prepared pupils' examination questions, marked and assessed pupil's performance every end of term.
  • Ensured accurate and productive use of regular assessment of children.
  • During guided reading, helped a group of children with different abilities to improve their reading and phonics levels.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Educational Psychology

Cape Coast University
10.2018 - 09.2020

Diploma - Psychology and Foundations of Education

Cape Coast University
10.2015 - 09.2018

WASSCE - General Arts

Nsawam Senior High School
Ghana
09.2010 - 06.2013

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Diverse Teaching Approaches
  • Student Engagement
  • Development of Teaching Materials
  • Observation and Assessment
  • Communication Skills
  • Lesson Creation

Accomplishments

  • Became the subject lead for Mathematics at Shield International School.
  • Served as a supervisor on the Examination Committee at Cherryfield Montessori School for two consecutive terms.
  • Assisted learners in communicating clearly and confidently, helping them overcome panic during speech.
  • Provided support to learners with speech production challenges, teaching them techniques to avoid dragging their speech.
  • Implemented programs that enhanced pupils' writing skills, reading abilities, confidence, and tolerance.
  • Appointed as the leader of the Red Cross Society at Immanuel Restoration School Complex.
  • Played a key role in creating a safe and successful learning environment.
  • As the organizer of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) Club at Nsawam Senior High School, I led the team to win the 2013 district quiz competition among five competing schools.

Custom

  • Designing and creating age-appropriate teaching and learning resources.
  • Researching modern techniques and pedagogies for effective teaching.
  • Sharing knowledge and inspiring both children and adults.
  • Enjoying the discovery of facts, examples, and stories to enrich my lessons.

Languages

English
Advanced

Affiliations

Teacher Leadership Institute

Certification

Certificate of Completion for Leadership development course - British Council

Certificate of Completion for Safeguarding course - British Council

Certificate of Participation for a 4- day Training on the New Standard Based Curriculum - GNAPS

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

CAMBRIDGE CURRICULUM INSTRUCTOR

TEACHER LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE
2025 - Current

PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER

EDEN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
04.2025 - Current

PRIMARY CLASS

SHIELD INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
02.2023 - 12.2024

PRIMARY AND JHS TEACHER

STERLING INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
01.2022 - 01.2023

PRIMARY CLASS

THE WIT SCHOOL
09.2021 - 12.2021

PRIMARY CLASS

CHERRYFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL
09.2019 - 08.2021

Bachelor's Degree - Educational Psychology

Cape Coast University
10.2018 - 09.2020

JHS

TEIMAN - ST. JAMES ANGLICAN 2 BASIC SCHOOL
09.2018 - 07.2019

UPPER PRIMARY CLASS

IMMANUEL RESTORATION SCHOOL COMPLEX
09.2016 - 07.2018

Diploma - Psychology and Foundations of Education

Cape Coast University
10.2015 - 09.2018

PRIMARY CLASS

PETHELEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL
09.2015 - 08.2016

UPPER PRIMARY CLASS

GOD'S GRACE AVAIL SCHOOL
09.2013 - 07.2015

WASSCE - General Arts

Nsawam Senior High School
09.2010 - 06.2013
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