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Akinade Popoola

1721 Meadowlark Ct. Apt. 102. Kansas City,KS

Summary

Professional educator with outstanding communication and instruction experience. Adjunct Faculty adapts to different classroom settings and subjects. Masterful at new teaching styles and concepts and can work within constraints of school guidelines and policies. Keen observer equipped to change teaching styles based on student need or subject matter.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Adjunct Instructor

Hudson County Community College
10.2009 - Current
  • Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
  • Created and implemented course agendas, lesson plans and activities to successfully meet course objectives.
  • Defined and articulated goal learning outcomes, performance metrics and changes to improve student learning.
  • Worked closely with Head of Department to develop and implement Introduction to Algebra curriculum for improved learning and student performance.

Agricultural Officer.

Oyo State Ministry Of Agriculture& Natural Res.
01.1999 - 09.2009
  • Discussed extension program with representatives of commercial organizations, county government and other groups to obtain cooperation in use of services.
  • Prepared leaflets, pamphlets and other materials for use as training aids.
  • Delivered lectures to commercial and community organizations and over radio and television to promote development of agricultural skills.
  • Collaborated with other agents and specialists to plan, execute and evaluate educational programs at county, district and state levels.
  • Developed and implemented educational programs in agricultural production and environmental stewardship.
  • Taught individuals how to properly partake in Animal husbandry and Crop production, improving execution and streamlining processes.
  • Prepared and distributed educational leaflets, pamphlets and visual aids.
  • Conducted field demonstrations of new products, techniques and services.

Classroom Teacher

Teaching Service Commission Of Oyo State.
11.1995 - 12.1998
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
  • Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Used tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
  • Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.

Education

Master of Science - Forestry Resources Management

University of Ibadan
Ibadan. Nigeria.
04.2002

Master of Science - Agricultural Science

University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Nigeria.
02.1998

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Science

University of Ibadan
Ibadan. Nigeria.
06.1993

Skills

  • Team Meetings
  • Lecture Development
  • Institutional Policies
  • Teacher Training
  • Diverse Student Populations
  • Innovative Teaching Methods

Timeline

Adjunct Instructor

Hudson County Community College
10.2009 - Current

Agricultural Officer.

Oyo State Ministry Of Agriculture& Natural Res.
01.1999 - 09.2009

Classroom Teacher

Teaching Service Commission Of Oyo State.
11.1995 - 12.1998

Master of Science - Forestry Resources Management

University of Ibadan

Master of Science - Agricultural Science

University of Ibadan

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Science

University of Ibadan
Akinade Popoola