Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
PROFILE
Languages
LEADERSHIP ROLES
HOBBIES
REFEREES
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Prosper Mensah Aforve

Kenyasi

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and collaboratively, quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

English Language Tutor at OLA GIRLS'SECONDARY SCH

GHANA EDUCATION SERVICE
KENYASI
09.2016 - Current
  • Developed lesson plans to help students improve their English language skills.
  • Conducted one-on-one and group tutoring sessions to assist learners with grammar, reading, writing and speaking.
  • Created customized teaching materials for individual learning needs.
  • Assessed student progress regularly and provided feedback on performance.
  • Encouraged students to practice conversation in various settings.
  • Organized activities such as debates and role plays to stimulate interest in the subject matter.
  • Maintained a positive learning environment by motivating students to stay focused during classes.
  • Facilitated discussions on literary works such as novels, short stories, poems,.
  • Ensured that all educational objectives are met according to established curriculum standards.
  • Collaborated with other teachers for planning interdisciplinary projects or events.
  • Provided feedback on written assignments including essays, research papers,.
  • Evaluated student progress, recorded scores and revised plans for reteaching of subject matter where necessary to accomplish learning.

LITERATURE IN ENGLISH TUTOR AT OWERRIMAN SHTS

GHANA EDUCATION SERVICE
KONONGO
09.2010 - 08.2016
  • Developed and implemented individualized lesson plans for students based on their needs and learning styles.
  • Created a positive, encouraging environment to foster student growth in language skills.
  • Provided feedback to students on their strengths, weaknesses, and progress.
  • Encouraged open dialogue between myself and the students about their work and goals.
  • Monitored student progress and offered additional help when needed.
  • Used various teaching materials such as textbooks, audio recordings, videos, worksheets. to enhance instruction.
  • Encouraged critical thinking by posing questions and discussing topics related to English literature.
  • Maintained records of student performance throughout the course duration.
  • Conducted assessments regularly to evaluate student understanding of concepts taught in class.
  • Collaborated with other tutors regarding best practices for teaching English language skills effectively.

PART TIME SAFETY OFFICER

WINSTON MECHANICAL CONSTRUCTION COMP LTD
TEMA
01.2010 - 12.2010
  • Conducted safety inspections of job sites and equipment to identify potential hazards and recommended corrective action.
  • Monitored employee performance to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Maintained records of all incidents, including accident reports, near misses, and unsafe conditions or acts.
  • Ensured that all employees had proper personal protective equipment available at their workstations.
  • Facilitated hazard communication meetings between management personnel and front-line workers to discuss potential risks associated with particular tasks or processes.
  • Served as liaison between management team and outside regulatory agencies when necessary.
  • Maintained adequate supply of approved safety and PPE supplies for work force.
  • Conducted safety briefings at beginning and end of shifts to inform crews of daily task safety hazards.

ENGLISH TUTOR AT YOUTH LEADERSHIP TRAINING INSTI.

NATIONAL YOUTH COUNCIL
Akatsi
08.2009 - 08.2010
  • Developed and implemented individualized lesson plans for students based on their needs and learning styles.
  • Created a positive, encouraging environment to foster student growth in language skills.
  • Provided feedback to students on their strengths, weaknesses, and progress.
  • Provided guidance on essay structure, sentence structure, spelling and grammar mistakes during review sessions with individual students or small groups of them.
  • Tutored advanced level learners on topics like argumentative writing and literary analysis.
  • Incorporated technology into my lessons whenever possible.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and motivate students.
  • Engaged students and made lessons entertaining to hold interest and encourage learning.
  • Taught students how to study, take notes and complete test questions.
  • Addressed student learning needs through diverse teaching styles.
  • Researched and recommended textbooks, software and other learning materials to complement tutoring.
  • Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.

Assistant Safety Officer

TERRASCON CONST. AND ENGINEERING
TEMA
06.2008 - 09.2008
  • Conducted safety briefings at beginning and end of shifts to inform crews of daily task safety hazards.
  • Inspected premises and work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity.
  • Issued clear warnings to violators, outlining infractions, penalties and remediation steps.

Assistant Safety Officer (Industrial Attachment)

TERRASCON CONST. AND ENGINEERING
TEMA
12.2007 - 02.2008
  • Conducted safety inspections to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions.
  • Developed, implemented and monitored safety policies and procedures.
  • Assisted in the development of hazard communication programs.
  • Participated in job hazard analysis activities to improve workplace safety.
  • Applied company safety policies consistently when performing daily tasks.
  • Maintained adequate supply of approved safety and PPE supplies for work force.

Education

INTERNATIONAL GENERAL CERT. IN OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY - Environmental Education

NATIONAL EXAMINATION BOARD in OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY HEALTH
UNITED KINGDOM
08.2018

DIPLOMA IN EDUCATION - EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF EDUCATION, WINNEBA
KUMASI CAMPUS
07.2015

Bachelor of Arts - ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND HISTORY

UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST
CAPE COAST
05.2009

Skills

  • Group Facilitation
  • Multilingual - English, Ewe, Fante, Twi and Ga
  • Needs Assessments
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Workshop Facilitation
  • Confidence Building
  • Clear Instruction and Communication
  • Building Rapport and Trust
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Organization and Planning Skills

PROFILE

  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Ghanaian
  • DOB: 22/01/1980
  • Address: OLA Girls' Secondary School, P. O. Box 58, KENYASI.
  • E-mail: prosperaforve@gmail.com

Languages

English
Proficient
C2
Ewe, Fante, Twi and Ga Languages
Advanced
C1

LEADERSHIP ROLES

  • Head of Languages Department, OLA GIRLS'SECONDARY SCHOOL
  • Coordinator: Professional Learning Community
  • Chairman, Debate, Drama and Culture Committee, OLA GIRLS SEC. SCH
  • CO-CHAIRMAN, PORT LADIES FOOTBALL CLUB, TEMA

HOBBIES

  • Being with family
  • Listening to music, watching movies and football
  • Reading
  • Driving

REFEREES

  • REV. SR. ANTOINETTE FATIA ABIWU, HEADMISTRESS OLA GIRLS SEC. SCH 0244159064/0205423123
  • Felix Adjobiah, Site Engineer, CONSAR LTD, 0244187352

Timeline

English Language Tutor at OLA GIRLS'SECONDARY SCH

GHANA EDUCATION SERVICE
09.2016 - Current

LITERATURE IN ENGLISH TUTOR AT OWERRIMAN SHTS

GHANA EDUCATION SERVICE
09.2010 - 08.2016

PART TIME SAFETY OFFICER

WINSTON MECHANICAL CONSTRUCTION COMP LTD
01.2010 - 12.2010

ENGLISH TUTOR AT YOUTH LEADERSHIP TRAINING INSTI.

NATIONAL YOUTH COUNCIL
08.2009 - 08.2010

Assistant Safety Officer

TERRASCON CONST. AND ENGINEERING
06.2008 - 09.2008

Assistant Safety Officer (Industrial Attachment)

TERRASCON CONST. AND ENGINEERING
12.2007 - 02.2008

INTERNATIONAL GENERAL CERT. IN OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY - Environmental Education

NATIONAL EXAMINATION BOARD in OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY HEALTH

DIPLOMA IN EDUCATION - EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF EDUCATION, WINNEBA

Bachelor of Arts - ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND HISTORY

UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST
Prosper Mensah Aforve