Charles Owusu Appiah
Kumasi
Summary
Successful at selecting and developing curricula and lesson plans to fulfill instructional requirements and support learning objectives. Detail-oriented planner and problem-solver assesses quality and effectiveness of instruction and makes positive changes to better serve student needs. Good decision-making, critical thinking and personnel management skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor Coordinator (Teaching and Sports)
Ghana National Association of Teachers - Omanadwayere D/A Basic School
Bekwai
2020.04 - Current
- Directed and coordinated activities of teachers or administrators at schools, public agencies or institutions.
- Prepared and submitted budget requests or grant proposals to solicit program funding.
- Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
- Prepared and maintained personnel reports and records for officials and agencies.
- Conferred with parents and staff to discuss educational activities and policies.
English Tutor
Ghana Education Service - Kwakokrom D/A Basic School
Bekwai
2015.03 - 2019.06
- Emphasized importance of good study habits and devised homework schedules to assist students in implementing tailored study plans.
- Taught students how to study, take notes and complete test questions.
- Evaluated student needs to set lesson goals.
- Coached students through challenging material with positive reinforcement and encouragement.
- Attended to students in classroom, study area and home environments to maximize support.
Head Teacher
Ghana Education Service - Essuowine Methodist Junior high School
Manso
2010.09 - 2014.06
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Designed individualized curricula for academically underachieving students.
- Enforced discipline on campus and during off-campus school trips following code of conduct and student handbook.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
Head Teacher
Ghana Education Service - Sefwi Methodist Primary School
Bekwai
2006.09 - 2009.06
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates and grading.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Education
University of Winneba
Winneba2012-06
Diploma in Basic Education - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast2009-06
Certificate A - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Cambridge Teacher Training College
Accra2005-06
Skills
- Performance Evaluations
- Relationship Building
- Public Speaking
- Policies and Procedures Enforcement
- Attention to Detail
- Administrative Staff Coordination
- Curriculum management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Tutor Coordinator (Teaching and Sports)
Ghana National Association of Teachers - Omanadwayere D/A Basic School
2020.04 - Current
English Tutor
Ghana Education Service - Kwakokrom D/A Basic School
2015.03 - 2019.06
Head Teacher
Ghana Education Service - Essuowine Methodist Junior high School
2010.09 - 2014.06
Head Teacher
Ghana Education Service - Sefwi Methodist Primary School
2006.09 - 2009.06
Bachelor of Education - Education
University of Winneba
Diploma in Basic Education - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
University of Cape Coast
Certificate A - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Cambridge Teacher Training College
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