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Sylvanus K. Atsu

Accra

Overview

14
14

Years of post bachelor teaching experience

Work History

English and French Tutor

Presbyterian Senior High School, Ghana Education Service
01.2020 - Current
  • Employed native French-speaking abilities to greatly advance skills of students between the ages of 15 and 18
  • Assessed student progress regularly through quizzes, tests, and verbal evaluations, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Incorporated authentic French materials, such as articles, videos, and songs, to provide cultural context and stimulate interest.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment with patience, empathy, and encouragement for students at all skill levels.
  • Integrated French lessons into real-life scenarios and role-playing.
  • Established rapport with students by showing genuine interest in their lives, goals, and aspirations, fostering a positive tutor-student relationship.
  • Structured French learning plans around individual assessments and proficiency.
  • Developed comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual learning styles and goals, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Maintained records of student assessments, tutoring activities and results.

Research Assistant

Deparrment of Research, Planning and Monitoring. Revenue Agencies Governing Board
09.2008 - 08.2009
  • Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
  • Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
  • Successfully collected data on commodities selected based on their frequency of importation, volumes and susceptibility to fraudulent practices such as under-invoicing and falsification of country of origin.
  • Effectively participated in the analysis of data collected to determine appropriate customs values.

Public Relations Officer

South Tongu District Education Office, Ghana Education Service
02.2003 - 08.2005
  • Provided internal communication support, facilitating information flow among employees and departments.
  • Supported executive leadership by crafting speeches and presentations that effectively communicated company values and vision.
  • Produced and distributed internal and external communications.
  • Coordinated the 2003 District Best Teacher/Non-Teaching Staff Award assessment and selection exercise.
  • Participated in training of SMC/PTA in Community-School Alliance project sponsored by USAID.

Summary

Language education professional prepared to excel in fostering French language skills. Background in developing dynamic lesson plans and enhancing student engagement. Collaborative approach and adaptive teaching methods ensure effective learning outcomes. Offering solid foundation in French language and culture, combined with effective teaching and communication skills. Brings ability to quickly learn and adapt to new educational environments and methodologies. Ready to use and develop language instruction and cultural immersion techniques.

Skills

  • Student Motivation Techniques
  • Interactive teaching methods
  • Lesson planning abilities
  • Strong grammer and vocabulary skills
  • Adaptable teaching style
  • Multimedia integration
  • Listening comprehension exercises
  • Records Management

Timeline

English and French Tutor

Presbyterian Senior High School, Ghana Education Service
01.2020 - Current

Research Assistant

Deparrment of Research, Planning and Monitoring. Revenue Agencies Governing Board
09.2008 - 08.2009

Public Relations Officer

South Tongu District Education Office, Ghana Education Service
02.2003 - 08.2005

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