Dare Falodun
Peoria,Illinois
Summary
Experienced Teacher of middle and high school sciences including Biology and Chemistry. Uses teacher-student collaborative method to keep students attentive and involved in learning process. Provides flexible instructional programs creating positive class environment favorable to student learning and personal growth.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Teacher
Peoria Public Schools District 150
2024.07 - Current
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
Biology & Chemistry Teacher & High School Coordinator
British International School
2023.01 - 2024.06
- Instructed students in lab by teaching safety protocols for proper use of chemicals and safe disposal of hazardous materials.
- Engaged students and promoted intellectual curiosity through hands-on experiments, PowerPoint presentations and mnemonics to provide positive attitude towards scientific processes.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
Biology & Chemistry Teacher & Head of School
Westerfield College
2014.10 - 2022.12
- Inspected lab equipment before student use to reduce chances of potential hazards.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Instructed students in lab by teaching safety protocols for proper use of chemicals and safe disposal of hazardous materials.
Biology & Chemistry Teacher / Vice Principal
Westerfield College
2013.04 - 2014.09
- Engaged students and promoted intellectual curiosity through hands-on experiments, PowerPoint presentations and mnemonics to provide positive attitude towards scientific processes.
- Instructed students in lab by teaching safety protocols for proper use of chemicals and safe disposal of hazardous materials.
- Managed laboratory and stockroom by pricing and ordering chemical supplies and equipment.
- Verified correctly positioned and working eyewash stations, safety showers, fire extinguishers and fire blankets for potential laboratory accidents.
Biology & Chemistry Teacher / HOD Science
Westerfield College
2011.09 - 2013.03
- Designed and implemented course curriculum that reflected relevance of chemistry to everyday world.
- Constructed and administered tests and exams to measure student learning.
- Attended meetings to develop and maintain strong and vibrant instructional institution.
- Leveraged varied instructional delivery modes to support student differences and learning styles.
- Consulted with students individually and in groups to help students efficiently reach learning goals.
- Facilitated and paced instruction to maximize learning for chemistry students.
IGCSE Biology Teacher
Caleb British International School
2009.01 - 2010.04
- Established positive and encouraging relationship with students and helped to foster appreciation for biology and science.
- Prepared individualized lesson plans and educational materials to structure biology curriculum to needs of each student.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
WAEC Biology & Chemistry Teacher
Goodluck Comprehensive College
2006.10 - 2008.12
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Instructed students in lab by teaching safety protocols for proper use of chemicals and safe disposal of hazardous materials.
- Engaged students and promoted intellectual curiosity through hands-on experiments, PowerPoint presentations and mnemonics to provide positive attitude towards scientific processes.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Science Education
University of Buckingham
Buckingham, United Kingdom06.2024
Master of Science - Cell Biology & Genetics
University of Lagos
Lagos, Nigeria07.2010
Bachelor of Science - Cell Biology & Genetics
University of Lagos
Lagos, Nigeria07.2006
Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) - Integrated Science Education
Federal College of Education (Technical) Akoka
Lagos, Nigeria07.2001
Skills
- Physical Science
- Lab Project Demonstrations
- Group Project Coordination
- Lab Management
- Progress Evaluations
- Student Records Management
- Lesson Planning
- IEP Progress Tracking
Timeline
Science Teacher
Peoria Public Schools District 150
2024.07 - Current
Biology & Chemistry Teacher & High School Coordinator
British International School
2023.01 - 2024.06
Biology & Chemistry Teacher & Head of School
Westerfield College
2014.10 - 2022.12
Biology & Chemistry Teacher / Vice Principal
Westerfield College
2013.04 - 2014.09
Biology & Chemistry Teacher / HOD Science
Westerfield College
2011.09 - 2013.03
IGCSE Biology Teacher
Caleb British International School
2009.01 - 2010.04
WAEC Biology & Chemistry Teacher
Goodluck Comprehensive College
2006.10 - 2008.12
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Science Education
University of Buckingham
Master of Science - Cell Biology & Genetics
University of Lagos
Bachelor of Science - Cell Biology & Genetics
University of Lagos
Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) - Integrated Science Education
Federal College of Education (Technical) Akoka
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