Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Professional Training at Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts (PPLM)
AIESEP - World Congress
Center for Management, Research, and Professional Development
Association of International Schools In Africa (AISA) Conference.
Thesis - (Unpublished)
References
Timeline
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Woenya Agbo

Summary

An Enthusiastic Teacher with 30+ years of experience instructing students with wide range of learning abilities. Committed to creating motivational and collaborative learning environments that encourage social and emotional growth. Strategic in blending organizational skills thorough educational background. Works well with children, parents, colleagues and supervisors. A Resourceful Educator experienced in developing and cultivating learning environments for students to build confidence and enhance knowledge. Driven to ensure students meet educational goals. Outgoing and friendly with fantastic attention to detail.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

(MYP) 6 -10 Physical & Health Education Teacher

Lincoln Community School
08.2014 - Current
  • Instructed students on nutrition, physical activity, mental health, personal hygiene, and disease prevention.
  • Conducted assessments of student knowledge and understanding of health concepts.
  • Collaborated with school staff to align curricula with state standards.
  • Provided individualized instruction for struggling learners in the classroom setting.
  • Engaged parents in their child's education through parent-teacher conferences and newsletters.
  • Developed and implemented health education curriculum according to state standards.
  • Assessed student progress using formative and summative assessment techniques.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance and performance data.

Elementary Teacher - PYP Program. Grades 4 & 5

Lincoln Community chool
08.2013 - Current
  • Collaborated with other teachers and school staff to create lesson plans.
  • Encouraged creativity and critical thinking among students.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, and behavior management systems.
  • Planned and delivered engaging lessons to all students in the class.
  • Assessed, monitored, and recorded student progress through a variety of methods.
  • Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.

Athletics & Activities Coordinator

Lincoln Community School
07.2001 - Current
  • Developed and implemented programs for youths to foster physical, mental, and emotional development.
  • Assisted in the planning of special events such as holiday celebrations and fundraisers.
  • Conducted daily evaluations of program activities to ensure that objectives are met.
  • Oversaw the recruitment, training, scheduling, and supervision of volunteers.
  • Ensured safety protocols were adhered to during all activities.
  • Managed budgets for program-related expenses including supplies and equipment purchases.
  • Coordinated transportation arrangements for field trips or special events.
  • Planned outings such as camping trips or museum visits for participants.
  • Initiated collaborations with local businesses for resource sharing purposes.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork or ordering supplies.
  • Planned programs of events or schedules of activities.
  • Scheduled and coordinated events and activities.

Athletic Director & P. E. Teacher

Labone Secondary School
02.1996 - 09.2001
  • Developed and managed athletic budgets.
  • Oversaw workforce schedules and allocated resources in order to achieve project goals.
  • Calculated and recorded department expenses and revenue.
  • Planned programs of events or schedules of activities.
  • Scheduled and coordinated events and activities.
  • Planned, organized or led exercise routines, athletic events or arts and crafts.
  • Communicated with customers to convey information about events or activities.

Athletics Director / P.E. Teacher

Queensland International School
02.1999 - 09.2000
  • Coordinated recruitment efforts for student-athletes to ensure high quality teams.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable rules and regulations related to sports safety.
  • Supervised maintenance of athletic facilities including fields, courts, weight rooms, locker rooms.
  • Advised on equipment purchases needed for team use.
  • Maintained records of athlete eligibility requirements according to NCAA standards.
  • Facilitated communication between coaching staffs at opposing schools prior to competitions.

Athletics Director & P.E. Teacher

Labone Secondary School
02.1996 - 09.2000
  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive athletics program to meet the needs of students, faculty, staff, and community members.
  • Oversaw scheduling of practices, games, tournaments, and other events in accordance with GES regulations.
  • Supervised maintenance of athletic facilities including fields, courts, weight rooms, locker rooms.
  • Advised on equipment purchases needed for team use.

Athletic Director, P.E.,Maths & Science Teacher

Afienya District Council Junior Secondary School
02.1989 - 09.1991
  • Developed and implemented hands-on science lessons for students of all ages.
  • Provided individualized instruction to help struggling students understand complex topics.
  • Evaluated student performance through tests, quizzes, and projects.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary activities and field trips.
  • Participated in professional development workshops relevant to teaching science.

Education

Associate of Science - Cognitive And Team/Racket Sports Research

German Sport University Cologne
Germany
07-2016

Some College (No Degree) - Advanced Physical Education: Primary

The University of British Columbia
Vancouver BC, Canada
07-2014

Master of Science - Multidisciplinary Studies

State University of New York
College Of Buffalo. USA
08-2010

Master of Education - Health And Physical Education

University of Education
Winneba-Ghana
07-2009

Registered Athletic Administrator (RAA) - Athletics Administrtaion

National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators
Washington. USA
11-2003

Bachelor of Education / Dip.-Biology - Physical Health Education & Recreation

University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Ghana
10-1996

Teachers Certificate "A" - Primary Education

Presbyterian Teachers Training College
Akropong-Akwapim, Ghana
05-1989

Skills

  • Instructional Strategies
  • Substance Abuse Prevention
  • Team building
  • Team Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Relationship Building
  • Class Instruction
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Organizational Skills
  • Physical Fitness
  • Lesson Plan Implementation
  • Program Support
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Multitasking
  • Adaptability
  • Continuous Improvement

Affiliations

  • Organized and Led the first ever After School Athletics and Activities Program at Lincoln Community School
  • Organized and Led the first ever Summer Camp at Lincoln Community School
  • Organized and Led the first ever Regional Sports and Activities Program for International School in West Africa (WAISAL-West Africa International Schools Activities League)
  • Organized and Led CAS Programs, Ski Trips, Intramural & Extramural Games/Tournaments, at Lincoln Community School

Certification

IBO Certifications - (International Baccalaureate Organization)

  • International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) Level 2 Certificate Workshop (MYP Physical Education) Center for the Advancement and Study of International Education (CASIE) North Atlanta International School. Atlanta GA, USA (July 2019)
  • International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) MYP Physical Education Teacher’s Workshop - Category 2 West Wood High School - Austin, Texas - USA (July 2012)
  • International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) MYP Personal Project Workshop, Lincoln Community School, Accra-Ghana. (Feb. 2007)
  • International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) MYP Teacher’s Workshop, Middle Years Program Conference, St Dominic’s International school, Lisbon-Portugal (March 2006)
  • International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) Level 1 Certificate Workshop (MYP Physical Education) for Teachers new to the Program, International School of Basel Region, Basel-Switzerland (July 2005)
  • International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) Diploma/MYP/PYP Seminar, Lincoln Community School. Accra-Ghana (Feb. 2001)

Professional Sports Associations Licenses & Coaching Courses

  • African Baseball and Softball Association Diploma Coaching Course. National Institute of Youth and Sports (INJS) Abidjan – Cote D’Ivoire (November 1989)
  • Olympic Solidarity Advance Handball Coaching Course. National Sports Stadium. Accra, Ghana (November 1997)
  • Olympic Solidarity Intermediate Hockey Coaching Course, National Sports College. Winneba – Ghana (September 1997)
  • Ghana Handball Association, Intermediate Handball Coaching Course. National Sports College, Winneba – Ghana (June 1979)

Professional Training at Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts (PPLM)

  • Sexuality Education Cornerstone Seminar (SECS) Training in up-to-date information about protection methods, anatomy, puberty, sexual and gender identity, communication, and sexually transmitted infections, also developed the knowledge, skills, and practice needed to deliver information and answer questions related to sexuality. (May 2022) - Online

AIESEP - World Congress

International Organization for Physical Education in Higher Education.  - A global community of educators, researchers, practitioners, and students committed to the advancement and dissemination of knowledge in Physical Education. Participated in the World Congress held at, The University of Edinburg, Edinburg. UK (July 2018)

Center for Management, Research, and Professional Development

Sports Management Seminar,  University of Ghana, Legon. Accra-Ghana (September 2004)

Association of International Schools In Africa (AISA) Conference.

  • Workshop Presentation on WAISAL (West Africa International Schools Activities League) Accra-Ghana (October 2002)

Thesis - (Unpublished)

  • Attitude of University of Cape Coast Students Towards Intramural Athletics Competition (Bachelor's Thesis) - University of Cape Coast -Ghana
  • After School Athletics and Activities, The Story of Lincoln Community School (Master's Thesis) - University of Education, Winneba - Ghana
  • Positive Reinforcement and Praise: The Effect of Significant Positive Reinforcement and Praise on Behavior, Time used on Task, and Academic Performance. (Master's Thesis) - State University of New York. USA

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

(MYP) 6 -10 Physical & Health Education Teacher

Lincoln Community School
08.2014 - Current

Elementary Teacher - PYP Program. Grades 4 & 5

Lincoln Community chool
08.2013 - Current

Athletics & Activities Coordinator

Lincoln Community School
07.2001 - Current

Athletics Director / P.E. Teacher

Queensland International School
02.1999 - 09.2000

Athletic Director & P. E. Teacher

Labone Secondary School
02.1996 - 09.2001

Athletics Director & P.E. Teacher

Labone Secondary School
02.1996 - 09.2000

Athletic Director, P.E.,Maths & Science Teacher

Afienya District Council Junior Secondary School
02.1989 - 09.1991

Associate of Science - Cognitive And Team/Racket Sports Research

German Sport University Cologne

Some College (No Degree) - Advanced Physical Education: Primary

The University of British Columbia

Master of Science - Multidisciplinary Studies

State University of New York

Master of Education - Health And Physical Education

University of Education

Registered Athletic Administrator (RAA) - Athletics Administrtaion

National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators

Bachelor of Education / Dip.-Biology - Physical Health Education & Recreation

University of Cape Coast

Teachers Certificate "A" - Primary Education

Presbyterian Teachers Training College

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