Emmanuel Mensah
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic Business and Finance Teacher from New Designs Charter School University Park, adept in classroom management and critical thinking. Excelled in fostering student engagement and performance through innovative lesson planning and assessment strategies. Proven track record in enhancing student success and collaboration among educators, demonstrating significant achievements in educational development. Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business and Finance Teacher
New Designs Charter School University Park
08.2010 - 09.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - B. Ed Business And Finance
U.C SANDIEGO
San Diego, CA07.2002
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Student Engagement
- Behavior Management
- Student-Centered Learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Student assessment
Accomplishments
- Named "Teacher of the Year" at New designs charter school in 2021.
- Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
- Student Motivation - Developed materials for after-school book club to motivate student to read classic novels and increase literacy among middle school students.
- Led class to an average [65]% increase in math and reading standardized test scores during the 2022-2023] school year.
- Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development and advisory time
- Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
- ESL Literacy - Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Student Mentor - Volunteered as temporary student guidance counselor to help resolve student personal issues.
- Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
- Received commendation from [School Name] principal for successfully working with students with behavior problems.
- Data Organization - Organized scores of over 80 students into online database for parents' immediate access.
- Designed and conducted a well-received professional development workshop for New designs charter school staff in [Sept. 12th, 2022].
Certification
- SSC Certification issued by New Designs Charter school November 8th, 2020
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate
- CPR/AED Certification
- Certified Sales Professional (CSP)
- Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- California Driver's License
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- First Aid Certification
SSC Member, Coordinates Students Assembly and Three years soccer coach in high school.
- Coordinates and Holds SSC Monthly Meeting between, Administrator, Teachers and Students in The school. [ NDCS University Park.]
- Has Been a Soccer coach in High school for the past 3 Years. [ since 2021]
- Coordinates students school Assembly Over 10 years [ Since 2012]
Timeline
Business and Finance Teacher
New Designs Charter School University Park
08.2010 - 09.2024
- SSC Certification issued by New Designs Charter school November 8th, 2020
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate
- CPR/AED Certification
- Certified Sales Professional (CSP)
- Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- California Driver's License
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- First Aid Certification
Bachelor of Arts - B. Ed Business And Finance
U.C SANDIEGO
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