PAUL OWUSU-BEMPAH
Montreal,Quebec
Summary
General Science Teaching is quite unique as it comprises four different aspects of Science that is; Chemistry, Physics, Biology and Agriculture. As a result, a science teacher should have knowledge in all these aspects of Science and not just one or two of these disciplines to be able to impact positively on students academic achievements and success. Not only must he/she be competent in subject matter but also be; Compassionate and results oriented science teacher with varied classroom experience. A learner-centered approach instructor who always engage learners through practical lessons and classroom activities to guide learners in order to achieve instructional goals and impact positively on the academic performance of learners.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Science Teacher
Ghana Education Service (GES) Kumasi Wesley Girl's Senior High School
Tafo, Ashanti
10.2019 - 07.2024
- Provided instruction to 180+ students using distinctive teaching methodologies and innovative instructional strategies
- Incorporated ICT in the teaching and learning of science
- Instituted a peer tutoring program that increased student performance within the lower percentile by 30%
- Preparing instructional materials and planning of the teaching curriculum to suit learners' ability
- Spearheaded the integration of a lab-centric instructional approach, which boosted hands-on learning experiences by 50%
- Chaired the school's Science Fair Committee, resulting in a 20% increase in student participation
- October,2019 (K-6 To K-11)
Classroom Teacher
Yeboakrom M/A Primary School
Kumasi , Ashanti
09.2013 - 08.2015
- Directed a student-centered inquiry-based learning initiative that improved critical thinking skills in the classroom
- Created an enabling classroom environment to facilitate teaching and learning and peer learning
- Developed a professional development program for science faculty focusing on active learning to benefit teachers
- Developed and implemented an interdisciplinary curriculum that raised standardized test scores by15% over a two-year period
- Mentored a team of 5 novice science teachers, improving instructional strategies and contributing to a 20% improvement in overall science department performance
- Implemented formative assessment strategies that saw a consistent year-over-year student pass rate improvement of 10%
- Taught all subjects to grade4 and5
Education
Bachelor of Science - Science Education
University of Education, Winneba
07.2019
Diploma - Basic Education, Science and Mathematics
Wesley College of Education
08.2013
Skills
- Laboratory Equipment Proficiency
- Interactive Whiteboards
- Assessment Tools (Google Forms)
- Online Learning Platforms (Google Classroom)
- Presentation Software (PowerPoint)
Certification
- Portfolio Development
- 1. National Teachers Council (NTC)/Ghana Education Service (GES) -September,2021
- 2. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS UK) --May2023
References
- Dominic, Kumah Nkwantabisa, Head of Science Department, obisae@gmail.com, +233244780832, Kumasi Wesley Girls Senior High School
- Appiah, Johnson, Biology Sectional Head, johnsonappiah10@gmail.com, +233249003661, Bonwire STHS
Timeline
General Science Teacher
Ghana Education Service (GES) Kumasi Wesley Girl's Senior High School
10.2019 - 07.2024
Classroom Teacher
Yeboakrom M/A Primary School
09.2013 - 08.2015
- Portfolio Development
- 1. National Teachers Council (NTC)/Ghana Education Service (GES) -September,2021
- 2. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS UK) --May2023
Bachelor of Science - Science Education
University of Education, Winneba
Diploma - Basic Education, Science and Mathematics
Wesley College of Education
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