ABDUL KARIM KONTEH
Lowell,MA
Summary
I am proactive, dedicated, and committed to fostering a supportive working environment, and facilitating the aims and objectives of the organization toward success.
Possess strong communication strategies, organization, and critical thinking skills that enhance effectiveness. Skillful in monitoring individuals, and being an active listener, gives me the ability to foster positive relationships with co-workers.
I am a highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges, a quick learning ability, a strong work ethic, adaptability, and a talent for adjusting to new environments. I also have the skill to rapidly acquire new knowledge and apply it effectively.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior High School Teacher and Counseling Officer
Sierra Leone Ministry of Education
Freetown, Eastern
09.2014 - 11.2024
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback and support as needed.
- Observed student performance to assess progress toward academic goals.
- Graded assignments and exams in a timely and fair manner.
- Implemented classroom rules and procedures to maintain discipline and order.
- Assisted in planning and implementing lesson plans following state curriculum standards.
Direct Care Worker
community Health Center.
Boston, Freetown
02.2021 - 11.2024
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by being a reliable source of support.
- Maintained a clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Helps with bed bathing, feeding, changing clothes, meal preparation, mobility, spreading beds, taking vital signs, emotional counseling, and getting the client in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
Career Development Adviser for School Pupils
Institute of Career Development for school pupils
Freetown, Freetown, Sierra Leone
10.2014 - 10.2016
- Compiled and studied educational and economic information to assist individuals in determining vocational and educational objectives.
- Planned and promoted career and employment-related programs and events, fully coordinating job fairs and career workshops.
- Planned and conducted orientation programs and group conferences to promote the adjustment of individuals to new life experiences.
- Conferred with parents, teachers, and administrators to discuss children's progress and resolve behavioral and academic problems.
- Counseled individuals to help overcome personal, social, or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Advised students on course selection and academic pathways.
- Directed and participated in recruitment and enrollment activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of Sierra Leone (Fourah Bay College)
Freetown04-2024
Certificate of Computer Science - Computer Science
IAMTECH University
Freetown10-2016
Higher Teacher's Certificate Secondary - Education And Physical Health Education
Freetown Teacher's College
Freetown12-2014
Skills
- Communication strategies
- Administrative management
- Team collaboration
- Feedback delivery
- Teaching strategies
- Research methodologies
Affiliations
- I worked as a first aider in my college and inter-school competitions.
- I volunteered in the Red Cross Society.
- I also served as a community and University health promoter.
Accomplishments
- I received a certificate of accomplishment, as a proactive and dedicated organizing secretary in the Biological Science Society.
- I also received a certificate from Portacut University, a three-day workshop teaching about the effects of Toxicology to life and environment.
- A certificate in classroom management.
Certification
- Biological Sciences Certificate.
- Higher Teacher's Certificate Secondary.
- Computer Science Certificate.
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Direct Care Worker
community Health Center.
02.2021 - 11.2024
Career Development Adviser for School Pupils
Institute of Career Development for school pupils
10.2014 - 10.2016
Senior High School Teacher and Counseling Officer
Sierra Leone Ministry of Education
09.2014 - 11.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of Sierra Leone (Fourah Bay College)
Certificate of Computer Science - Computer Science
IAMTECH University
Higher Teacher's Certificate Secondary - Education And Physical Health Education
Freetown Teacher's College
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