Derrick Antwi Boasiako
Thunder Bay,ON
Summary
Compassionate, creative, and effective educator with a strong background in classroom administration, student support, and project planning. Experienced in fostering student-centric learning environments and providing academic facilitation and motivational coaching. Now seeking to leverage these skills in an educational assistant role, where I can collaborate with teachers and support students in achieving their full potential. Proficient in using various classroom and online technologies to enhance the learning experience, with a focus on creating inclusive and engaging educational spaces.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Atwedie Kyeremateng Junior High School
01.2021 - 08.2023
- Ensured alignment between lesson objectives, instructional materials, and assessments through careful planning and ongoing review of curriculum materials.
- Built strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a positive school culture focused on collaboration and continuous growth.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or tutoring sessions, promoting student engagement outside of regular class hours.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lessons.
- Developed innovative classroom management strategies that maintained discipline while encouraging open communication between students and teachers.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance and support in creating effective lesson plans and managing classroom behavior.
- Facilitated the integration of technology into daily lessons by incorporating multimedia resources and online platforms to enhance subject matter understanding.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities, fostering an inclusive classroom environment.
- Evaluated student performance through various assessment tools, using data-driven instruction to guide future lesson planning and target areas for improvement.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Teacher
Wenchi Presbyterian Junior High School
12.2017 - 01.2021
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Education
WASSCE (West African Senior School Certificate Exam) -
Prempeh College, Kumasi
Diploma in Basic Education (DBE) -
Akrokerri College of Education
Bachelor of Education in Mathematics -
Valley View University, Oyibi, Accra
Master of Arts - Education
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, ON08.2024
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Student Engagement
- Behavior Management
- Learning Disabilities Support
- Autism Spectrum Support
- Group and individual instruction
References
- Mr. Ishmael Arkoh Mantey, Headmaster, Atwedie kyeremateng JHS, +233246241882
- Pr. Odomse Akuoko-Nyantakyi, Associate Registrar, Valley View University, info@vvu.edu.gh, 030 7011832
- Prof. Richmond Doe, Head of Mathematics Department, VVU, +233593774720
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Teacher
Atwedie Kyeremateng Junior High School
01.2021 - 08.2023
Teacher
Wenchi Presbyterian Junior High School
12.2017 - 01.2021
WASSCE (West African Senior School Certificate Exam) -
Prempeh College, Kumasi
Diploma in Basic Education (DBE) -
Akrokerri College of Education
Bachelor of Education in Mathematics -
Valley View University, Oyibi, Accra
Master of Arts - Education
Lakehead University
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