Abdou Mbye
Big Lake,MN
Summary
Caring Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues.
Dedicated and responsive professional with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification, and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Geography and Management Teacher
Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education
Banjul, The Gambia
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
Taxi Driver
Self Employed
Banjul, The Gambia
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Performed basic maintenance tasks such as checking fluid levels or tire pressure at the beginning of each shift.
- Assisted disabled passengers entering or exiting vehicles as necessary.
- Ensured vehicle was clean and in proper working order before each shift.
- Inspected tires, lights, brakes, gas level, oil level. prior to each trip.
- Provided door-to-door service for passengers in a safe and courteous manner.
- Performed minor maintenance tasks such as checking oil levels, tire pressure.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding transportation options and estimated travel time.
- Offered assistance to disabled passengers and stowed wheelchairs and other equipment correctly.
- Followed safety rules to keep clean driving record with no accidents or incidents.
- Safely transported passengers to desired destinations, adhering to traffic laws and regulations.
- Provided excellent customer service, including assisting passengers with luggage and answering queries.
- Assisted passengers with loading, unloading and stowing of luggage.
- Understood and complied with vehicle safety laws and driving standards and kept passengers safe.
Clearing Agent
01.2020 - 12.2020
Qualified Teacher (H.T.C. Secondary)
Ministry of Basic and Secondary Educatio
Banjul, The Gambia
09.2015 - 07.2019
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
Teaching Training
The University of The Gambia
09.2014 - 07.2015
Unqualified Teaching
Gambia College
09.2010 - 07.2012
Education
Higher Teachers Certificate - Social And Environmental Studies, And Science
The Gambia College
Brikama, The Gambia 09.2012 - 07.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Geography and Management
The University of The Gambia
Banjul, The Gambia 07.2019 - 12/2023
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Organization skills
- Student-centered learning
- Instructional methods
- Creative lesson planning
- Performance assessments
- Student engagement
- Creative lesson plan development
- Empathy and patience
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Driving
- Research
- Writing
- Having sea breeze
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/12/89
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
Telephone
320-447-6782
Timeline
Geography and Management Teacher
Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education
09.2023 - 07.2024
Taxi Driver
Self Employed
01.2021 - 12.2023
Clearing Agent
01.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Geography and Management
The University of The Gambia
07.2019 - 12/2023
Qualified Teacher (H.T.C. Secondary)
Ministry of Basic and Secondary Educatio
09.2015 - 07.2019
Teaching Training
The University of The Gambia
09.2014 - 07.2015
Higher Teachers Certificate - Social And Environmental Studies, And Science
The Gambia College
09.2012 - 07.2025
Unqualified Teaching
Gambia College
09.2010 - 07.2012