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Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Affiliations
Certification
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Success Nortey

Brampton,ON

Summary

Adept at classroom management and critical thinking, I fostered academic growth and emotional well-being in learners at Graceland Basic School. By collaborating with staff and parents, I ensured learners achieved objectives, with a focus on motivating students and maintaining a supportive educational environment.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Graceland Basic School
01.2022 - 02.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help learners reach learning objectives.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.

Service Personnel (Data)

SSNIT Social Security and National Insurance Trust
10.2020 - 10.2022
  • Registering new members and placing calls when registration goes through or fails.
  • Renewing pensioners membership and checking for their yearly dates for renewal.
  • Entering members personal information into the system.

School Secretary

Little Miracles International
09.2013 - 06.2015
  • Processed student registrations and withdrawals and also documented attendance, grades and test scores to update permanent records.
  • Answered multi-line telephones and greeted visitors and parents to facilitate office operations.
  • Maintained an up-to-date database of student records, safeguarding confidential information while providing easy access when needed.
  • Performed clerical and administrative support duties to optimize workflow procedures as well as receiving fees and issuing receipts.
  • Managed school calendar and scheduling, ensuring timely communication with parents, teachers, and administrators.
  • Managed inventory of school supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate resources were available for classroom instruction and activities.
  • Coordinated and participated in meetings between parents, teachers, and administration to address student needs and improve overall performance as well as workshops and seminars to covey or gather information to perform functions.

School Librarian

Mary Mother of Good Counsel School
09.2006 - 04.2010
  • Created a positive learning environment conducive for group studies as well as quiet and independent work spaces.
  • Monitored and analyzed library usage data to identify trends and areas for improvement in service offerings.
  • Promoted library use and advocated for children's programs and services with young patrons and families.
  • Supported parents and taught children ages 5 through 10 to care for shared materials, select age-appropriate resources and demonstrate proper behavior in public library.

Office Assistant

United Muslim Christian Forum (UMCF) Ghana
04.2005 - 06.2006
  • Completed secretarial tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail for upcoming meetings and programs.
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
  • Managed daily data entry and kept clerical information accurate and up-to-date.
  • Maintained confidentiality in handling sensitive information while performing administrative tasks.

Office Assistant

International Research Foundation
01.2004 - 01.2005
  • Maintained and updated office records, both digital and physical.
  • Enhanced office efficiency by managing schedules, organizing files, and maintaining a clean workspace.
  • Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.

Internet Cafe Supervisor

DANEVE Business Consult
06.2002 - 12.2003
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing cafe operations and addressing guest concerns promptly.
  • Increased employee productivity through effective scheduling, task delegation, and performance monitoring.
  • Designed invitation cards, receipts and typing documents and letters for clients

Education

Diploma - Basic Education

University of Cape Coast (CoDE)
Ghana

SSCE - General Arts

Christian Methodist Senior High School
Ghana
12.1999

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Lesson Planning
  • Motivating students
  • Time management: Ability to complete tasks within a given time
  • Problem-solving skills: I have the ability to provide solutions for common problems and issues
  • Leadership skills: Interpersonal communication Active listening Goal setting Diplomacy Conflict Resolution Motivation

Accomplishments

  • Lesson Implementation - Met all assigned learning goals through the implementation of group discussions in class and involving parents by sharing assignments on a WhatsApp platform created for my class
  • Student Motivation - created space and time for students with vocational interest in beading, sewing and weaving. Developed materials for after-school drama club to motivate student with acting talents and increase literacy among middle school students.
  • Data Organization - Organized scores of over 30 students into online database for parents' immediate access. Also assisted in typing, making corrections and printing examination questions for over 500 students
  • Student Mentor - Volunteered as temporary learners guidance counselor to help resolve learner’s personal issues.
  • Extra Curricular Activities- Planned and executed an exhibition for Graceland Basic School in preparation for the school’s 30th anniversary celebration

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Elementary

Affiliations

(PPAG) Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana

Certification

SSCE Certificate

Timeline

Teacher

Graceland Basic School
01.2022 - 02.2024

Service Personnel (Data)

SSNIT Social Security and National Insurance Trust
10.2020 - 10.2022

School Secretary

Little Miracles International
09.2013 - 06.2015

School Librarian

Mary Mother of Good Counsel School
09.2006 - 04.2010

Office Assistant

United Muslim Christian Forum (UMCF) Ghana
04.2005 - 06.2006

Office Assistant

International Research Foundation
01.2004 - 01.2005

Internet Cafe Supervisor

DANEVE Business Consult
06.2002 - 12.2003

Diploma - Basic Education

University of Cape Coast (CoDE)

SSCE - General Arts

Christian Methodist Senior High School
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