RUTH TEIKIE TEYE
Lashibi, Tema,Ghana
Summary
Dedicated educator with expertise in literacy instruction, handwriting improvement techniques, and classroom safety protocols. Demonstrates strong teamwork and communication skills, fostering critical thinking development and creativity in instruction. Proficient in national curriculum standards and standardised test preparation, aiming to enhance student learning outcomes through innovative teaching methods.
Dedicated professional seeking role as Primary Teacher to inspire and nurture young minds. Possesses strong communication and classroom management skills, coupled with creativity in lesson planning. Aims to foster positive and engaging learning environment that promotes academic and personal growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Primary Teacher, Grade 1
Holy Child R/C Basic School
Sakumono, Tema, Ghana
10.2022 - 12.2024
- Collaborated in curriculum development, keeping content relevant and engaging.
- Developed detailed lesson plans for diverse student abilities, ensuring academic progression.
- Led after-school science club, extending learning beyond the traditional setting.
- Tailored teaching techniques to individual learner needs, ensuring inclusivity and differentiation.
- Led Friday after-school phonics class to improve learners who have less ability in reading skills.
- Prepared resources for lessons including worksheets, presentations and interactive games.
- Contributed to staff meetings offering ideas for school improvements and initiatives.
- Adhered to safeguarding policies, ensuring student welfare at all times.
School administrator
Lordisco School
Lashibi Community 17, Ghana
09.2017 - 07.2019
- Organised teacher schedules, optimising productivity whilst reducing overlap or confusion.
- Served as a point of contact for queries from staff, parents and students-resolved issues promptly.
- Assured timely dissemination of memos and newsletters to stakeholders.
- Facilitated a safe learning environment with strict adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Supported head teachers in drafting reports – met deadlines consistently.
- Managed the school calendar, ensuring smooth scheduling of activities and events.
- Maintained school databases, providing up-to-date information at all times.
Kindergarten teacher, KG 1 & KG2
Lordisco School
Lashibi Community 17, Ghana
09.2015 - 09.2017
- Improved leaners reading and writing skills through the use of modern teaching aids
- Created a caring space for learners by being responsive to their emotional needs.
- Prepared classrooms for lessons each morning, creating an organised learning environment.
- Contributed to improved literacy rates with targeted phonics instruction.
- Adapted lesson plans to meet individual learner needs resulting in better understanding of topics taught.
- Implemented classroom rules, promoting positive behaviour amongst students.
- Assisted children in developing fine motor skills using various craft projects and activities.
- Enhanced cognitive development forlearners with creative lesson plans.
Education
Bachelor of Education (Early Grade) - Early Grade Education
University of Education, Winneba
Winneba, Central Region, Ghana 09.2019 - 09.2023
West African Examinations Council (WASSCE) -Ghana - General Arts
Action Progressive Institute (SHS)
Madina, Greater Accra - Ghana 09.2013 - 05.2015
Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) - Basic school
Rising Star Preparatory School
Teshie, Accra - Ghana 04.2009 - 04.2011
Skills
- Teamwork
- Good communication
- Classroom safety protocols
- Critical thinking development
- Literacy instruction
- Handwriting improvement techniques
- Knowledge of national curriculum
- Standardised test preparation
- Creativity in instruction
- Improvisation in lessons
Languages
English
Fluent
Ga Adangbe
Native
Twi
Fluent
Affiliations
- Singing
- Cooking
- Teaching
- Reading
CPD PROGRAMMES
Few of the Continuous Professional Development Programmes attended:
1. One - Day Practical First Aid Training seminar - 2023
2. Standard- Based Curriculum (Primary)- Jan, 2020
3. Safeguarding Children's Training courses - June, 2019
4. Special Introductory Workshop on the new curriculum for Pre-school, August, 2019
5 School Management and Administration - May 2018
6. Supporting & Managing children with Specific learning Difficulties (SPLD'S) - Promoting
Inclusive Education through Awareness, Advocacy and Basic Teaching Skills - November, 2018
REFEREES
HANNAH GOTAH, Headmistress, Holy Child R/C Basic School, +233244685179
DR. MICHAEL SUBBEY, Snr Lecturer (HOD), University of Education, Winneba, +233208962820 / +233244067425
PASTO R STEPHEN NORTEY, Head Pastor, Equippers Church, +233249148476
Timeline
Primary Teacher, Grade 1
Holy Child R/C Basic School
10.2022 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Education (Early Grade) - Early Grade Education
University of Education, Winneba
09.2019 - 09.2023
School administrator
Lordisco School
09.2017 - 07.2019
Kindergarten teacher, KG 1 & KG2
Lordisco School
09.2015 - 09.2017
West African Examinations Council (WASSCE) -Ghana - General Arts
Action Progressive Institute (SHS)
09.2013 - 05.2015
Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) - Basic school
Rising Star Preparatory School
04.2009 - 04.2011
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