Seasoned Agriculturalist with expertise in greenhouse operations and management, agricultural economics and soil sciences. Offering ten (10) years of experience generating engaging, experimental learning in classroom. Well-versed in differentiated instruction and behavior management techniques. Adaptable professional comfortable working with diverse student population.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE TEACHER
West Africa Senior High School
09.2020 - 09.2023
Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
Taught students about various agricultural techniques through various experiments.
Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
FARM OPERATIONS MANAGER
Farm 360 Company Limited, Ghana
04.2017 - 08.2020
Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
Increased profit by streamlining operations.
Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
ASSISTANT FARM MANAGER
Agro-Ecom Company Limited, Ghana
03.2014 - 02.2017
Adjusted production strategies to account for changing factors such as market and weather conditions.
Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
Hired, trained and supervised seasonal workers engaged in cultivation and harvest.
Completed structural inspections to determine maintenance requirements and organize repairs.
Spearheaded efficiency improvements targeted on optimizing crop production and exceeding financial targets.
Developed advanced understanding of farm operations, purchasing needs, and labor requirements.
SCIENCE TEACHER
Ghana National College, Ghana
09.2012 - 01.2017
Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress.
Collaborated with other teachers to integrate science into other curricula.
Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Ghana
05.2012
Teacher's Certificate ‘A' - Teaching In Basic Schools
Akrokerri College of Education
Akrokerri, Ashanti Region, Ghana
06.2005
High School Diploma -
Nkroful Agric. Senior High School
Nkroful, Western Region, Ghana
12.2000
Skills
Student Examinations
Individualized Lesson Plans
Positive Reinforcement Strategies
Instructional Strategies
Behavior Modification
Recreational Activities
Research Assignments
Materials Research
Analytical Skills
Agricultural Research
Crop Cultivation
Pesticide Application
References
Reference will be provided upon request.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE TEACHER
West Africa Senior High School
09.2020 - 09.2023
FARM OPERATIONS MANAGER
Farm 360 Company Limited, Ghana
04.2017 - 08.2020
ASSISTANT FARM MANAGER
Agro-Ecom Company Limited, Ghana
03.2014 - 02.2017
SCIENCE TEACHER
Ghana National College, Ghana
09.2012 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
University of Cape Coast
Teacher's Certificate ‘A' - Teaching In Basic Schools
Akrokerri College of Education
High School Diploma -
Nkroful Agric. Senior High School
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