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Samuel Wusah Achina

Adenta-Accra

Summary

To work in a serene school environment to contribute greatly to the growth and development of the school.

Possess many years of experience as a teacher with excellent oral and written communication skills, passionate, results driven and a strong desire for success.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Mathematics teacher

Creative Ambassadors Montessori School
10.2019 - Current
  • Teaching Mathematics in grades 7, 8 and 9 and producing at least 80% pass rate in internal examinations
  • Taught and coached students to write International Olympiad Examinations and at least 75% of students passed in Kangaroo Math examination and 60% in Vanda Science
  • Identified special needs learners and assisted parents to access therapy
  • Increased interest in reading amongst learners and enhanced their reading skills through the introduction of reading clinic program
  • Organizing Continuous Professional Development workshops for teachers
  • Organized educational field trips for students and thus built their critical thinking skills

Mathematics Teacher

Ghana Christian International High School
09.2017 - 10.2019
  • Taught Mathematics in grades 7, 8 and 9
  • Prepared grade 9 students to write entrance examination into grade 10 at Ghana Christian International High School and produced 98% pass rate
  • Mentored students through mentorship programs
  • Evaluated the strengths and weaknesses of students and assisted them when and where necessary
  • Organized professional development workshops and orientation for students and staff
  • Collaborated with parents to check and curb unusual behaviors among the students
  • Untoward attitudes reduced to the barest minimum
  • Prepared students for National ‘Sharks’ Quiz Competition and emerged winners in the maiden edition

Science and Mathematics Teacher

Victory Presbyterian Church School
09.2011 - 09.2017
  • Taught Mathematics and Integrated Science in grades 6 and 7
  • Taught Integrated Science in grades 8, and 9
  • Prepared grade 9 students to write their final examinations and achieved 100% pass each year for three years
  • Provided comprehensive reports on students’ examination performances and provided remedies to improve performance

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Economics And Mathematics

University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Central Region
05.2008

Teacher's Certificate ‘A' - Science, Craft Design And Technology

Bagabaga Training College
Tamale
06.2002

Secondary School Certificate Examination - General Science

Navrongo Senior High School
Navrongo, Upper East Region
12.1996

Skills

  • Interpersonal relationship
  • Adaptability
  • Child development
  • Attention to student needs
  • Teaching diverse learners
  • Real-world application
  • Progress monitoring
  • Project-based learning
  • Strong analytical thinking
  • Classroom management
  • Communication skills

Shortcourses

  • Engaging with professional development – the reflective teacher, Partner Schools Global Network – British Council, Accra, 01/01/18
  • Understanding Special Education Needs, Partner Schools Global Network – British Council, Accra, 01/01/18
  • Engaging with SEN- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Partner Schools Global Network – British Council, Accra, 01/01/18
  • Engaging with SEN – Gifted and Talented learners, Partner Schools Global Network – British Council, Accra, 01/01/18
  • Understanding Lesson Management, Partner Schools Global Network – British Council, Accra, 01/01/19

Timeline

Mathematics teacher

Creative Ambassadors Montessori School
10.2019 - Current

Mathematics Teacher

Ghana Christian International High School
09.2017 - 10.2019

Science and Mathematics Teacher

Victory Presbyterian Church School
09.2011 - 09.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Economics And Mathematics

University of Cape Coast

Teacher's Certificate ‘A' - Science, Craft Design And Technology

Bagabaga Training College

Secondary School Certificate Examination - General Science

Navrongo Senior High School
Samuel Wusah Achina