Rachel Agyemfrah Akonnobea
Cape coast,Ghana
Summary
Highly skilled professional with expertise in positive reinforcement, management and organisational skills, teambuilding and staff supervision, project management, behaviour management, digital literacy, classroom management, lesson notes preparation, and good communication. Demonstrates a strong ability to manage and organise projects effectively while fostering a collaborative team environment. Committed to enhancing educational experiences through innovative strategies and effective behaviour management techniques.
Skilled Teacher with background in improving student performance. Focused on working with students, parents, colleagues and administrators alike to teach and motivate students.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Care Assistant, Grand Parents (Extended)
Family House (Extended Family)
Cape Coast, OLA Estate, Central Region - Ghana
09.2020 - Current
- Provided passionate care for 20 grand parents in extended family
- Maintained clean surroundings, promoting healthy living space for elderly clients.
- Managed medical appointments, ensuring consistent healthcare monitoring for clients.
- Administered prescribed medication to patients, ensuring their health and well-being.
- Collaborated efficiently with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care plan.
- Handled emergency situations calmly, reducing risks associated with elderly falls or sudden illnesses.
- Demonstrated empathy towards needs of elderly, promoting dignity at all times.
- Monitored vital signs regularly-immediate reporting of any abnormalities observed.
Teacher, OLA Presby, Food & Nutrition (Y 7, 8 & 9)
Ghana Education Service
Cape Coast, OLA, Central Region - Ghana
09.2015 - Current
- Tailored homework assignments according to individual student ability level, increased understanding of complex concepts.
- Organised school events such as sports day or concerts showcasing student talents beyond academics.
- Communicated regularly with 64 parents about their children's performance and behaviour at school.
- Collaborated with 10 special education professionals to cater for needs of differently-abled pupils in regular classrooms.
- Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensured inclusive learning environment.
- Assessed 64 students progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Attended professional development sessions to stay updated with latest teaching methodologies.
- Fostered positive learning environment for student engagement through effective classroom management.
Primary Teacher, CRAN Presby Basic School
Ghana Education Servive
Apakam, Cape Coast, Central Region
09.2012 - 09.2015
- Worked closely with 20 colleagues for implementing cross-curricular projects that engaged students in comprehensive learning experiences.
- Coordinated school trips, broadened pupils' cultural exposure and understanding.
- Attended professional development sessions to stay updated with latest teaching methodologies every week.
- Created inclusive classroom setting to ensure all students felt accepted and valued.
Primary Teacher, Ahamahama Primary School
Ghana Education service
Nsawam, Eastern Region
09.2008 - 09.2012
- Participated in school-wide events to foster community spirit.
- Created engaging classroom atmosphere with interactive learning activities.
- Provided support to 6 SEN students, enhancing their academic journey.
- Led after-school clubs, extending learning beyond traditional setting.
Education
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) - Food and Nutrition
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Central Region - Ghana 09.2020 - 09.2023
Master of Education (M.Ed) - Food and Nutrition (Home Economics)
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Central Region - Ghana 06.2017 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Education - Basic Education
University of Education, Winneba - Ghana
Winneba, Central Region - Ghana 09.2009 - 09.2011
Diploma in Basic Education - Basic Education
Holy Child College of Education
Cape Coast, Central Region - Ghana 09.2005 - 09.2008
Senior Secondary School Certificate Examinations - General Arts
Nkwatiah Presby Secondary Commercial School
Nkwatiah, Eastern Region - Ghana 09.2001 - 09.2004
Skills
- Positive reinforcement
- Management and organizational skills
- Teambuilding & Staff Supervision
- Project Management
- Behaviour management
- Digital literate
- Classroom management
- Lesson notes preparation
- Good communication
Languages
English
Fluent
Ghanaian Language (Twi & Fante)
Fluent
Certification
CERTIFICATION: University of Cape Coast, University of Winneba and Holy Child College of Education.
1. Master of Philosophy (Mphil,) in Food and Nutrition
2. Master of Education (M.Ed) in Food and Nutrition
3. Diploma in Basic Education
LICENSE: Ghana Education Service and National Teaching Council, Ghana
Registered Teacher No.: 3004/08,
License number; PT/001121/2008
RANK: Assistant Director in Education
Affiliations
- Reading
- Cooking
- Singing
- Farming
- Researching
CONTINUOUS PRFESSINAL DEVELOPMEENT
1. December, 2023: Behavioral management
2. August, 2023: Instructional management and methods of teaching in the classroom
3. August, 2023: The irony of learning: Learning Difficulty or Disability.
June, 2022: Information, communication and technology training for Junior High and Senior High school teachers Training of trainee’s workshop
4. December, 2020: Common core curriculum programm
5. August, 2021: Common core curriculum programme
6. June, 2021: Workshop on the effective use of teaching learning materials
7. September, 2012: Workshop on the use of ICT in teaching
8. October, 2010: Workshop on Language, literacy and acquisition device programme (NALLAP)
RESEARCH WORK AND MENTORING ROLE
RESEARCH WORK
1. Determining the Glycemic load of Akyeke, Gari and Yakeyake
2. The use of tangible and intangible rewards to improve pupils performance
3. The use of syllabic approach in teaching reading
MENTORING ROLE
1. Mentoring University of Cape Coast students teachers
2. Mentoring OLA college of Education students teachers (Mentees)
LEADERSHIP AND ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS
1. Examination Officer (Career Technology), from 2015 to present
2. Curriculum lead Professional Learning Community (PLC) from 2018 to present
REFEREES
Mrs. Sarah Darkwah, Professor, Vocational and Technical Education College of Education (University of Cape Coast) Tel: 0540876695 Email: sdarkwa@ucc.edu.gh / snaddom@gmail.com
Dr. Francis Hull Adam, Principal, Holy Child College of Education Takoradi, P. O. Box, 245 Phone : 0244111931 Email: principal@hcce.edu.gh
Mr. Eugene Edem Tay, Head Teacher, OLA Presby Basic School, Tel : 0244050434 Email : edemtay16@gmail.co
Timeline
Home Care Assistant, Grand Parents (Extended)
Family House (Extended Family)
09.2020 - Current
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) - Food and Nutrition
University of Cape Coast
09.2020 - 09.2023
Master of Education (M.Ed) - Food and Nutrition (Home Economics)
University of Cape Coast
06.2017 - 06.2018
Teacher, OLA Presby, Food & Nutrition (Y 7, 8 & 9)
Ghana Education Service
09.2015 - Current
Primary Teacher, CRAN Presby Basic School
Ghana Education Servive
09.2012 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Education - Basic Education
University of Education, Winneba - Ghana
09.2009 - 09.2011
Primary Teacher, Ahamahama Primary School
Ghana Education service
09.2008 - 09.2012
Diploma in Basic Education - Basic Education
Holy Child College of Education
09.2005 - 09.2008
Senior Secondary School Certificate Examinations - General Arts
Nkwatiah Presby Secondary Commercial School
09.2001 - 09.2004
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