Mcdonaldson Appiah
619 Childers Bend, Saskatoon,SK
Summary
Results-driven elementary school teacher with 6 years of experience in teaching English Language and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to grades 7-9 in Ghana. Holds a Master of Education in Educational Administration from the University of Saskatchewan. Consistently demonstrates a proven track record of developing and implementing effective lesson plans, assessing student progress, and building strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Teacher
St. John the Baptist Catholic Basic School
09.2012 - 08.2018
- Instructed grades 7-9 in English Language and ICT, fostering critical thinking and digital literacy increasing national test scores by 60%
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards, and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels
- Liaised with headteacher and parents about student progress.
- Engineered captivating lesson plans that transformed classroom dynamics, resulting in a 20% increase in student participation.
- Organized In-Service Training for staff members which ensured about 40% of difficult topics in various subjects were understood and taught with ease
- Coordinated the activities of the Reading Club, enhancing an average of 25% increase in reading accuracy among the students
- Encouraged student participation by creating and developing a positive, warm, supportive, and caring classroom environment, enabling a single class size of 45, manageable
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff
Student Teacher
Assin Brofoyedur M/A Basic School
09.2011 - 07.2012
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline
- Gained hands-on experience in teaching and classroom management
- Developed and implemented lesson plans under the supervision of experienced teachers
- Reflected on teaching practices and received feedback for improvement
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress
- Introduced ICT education to students using a desktop computer, sparking interest and increasing participation in computer studies to about 75%, a pioneering initiative in the school
- Facilitated organization and coordination of Alert (HIV/AIDS Awareness) Club projects with teaching staff resulting in increased healthy living and a reduction in cases of teenage pregnancies
Education
Master Of Education - Educational Administration
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK11.2020
Bachelor of Education - Basic Education, Environmental & Social Studies
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast05-2015
Diploma in Basic Education - General Studies
Foso College of Education
Assin Foso07-2012
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Curriculum Implementation
- Classroom Management
- Technology Skills
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Leadership and Administration
- Classroom Management
- Technology Integration
- Student Needs Assessment
- Communication and Interpersonal skills
Objective
To obtain a teaching license in Saskatchewan and utilize my 6 years of teaching experience to contribute to the education system.
Certification
Teachers' Diploma, University of Cape Coast, July 20, 2012
Professional Development
RLG Education Support (ICT training program, 2013)
Timeline
Elementary Teacher
St. John the Baptist Catholic Basic School
09.2012 - 08.2018
Student Teacher
Assin Brofoyedur M/A Basic School
09.2011 - 07.2012
Master Of Education - Educational Administration
University of Saskatchewan
Bachelor of Education - Basic Education, Environmental & Social Studies
University of Cape Coast
Diploma in Basic Education - General Studies
Foso College of Education
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