ERIC EMMANUEL NYARKOH
Syracuse,NY
Summary
Resourceful Math Teacher with 7+ years of experience in teaching math courses to undergraduate students, high school and middle school students. Instrumental in devising effective instructional programs, targeting individual learning gaps to meet the needs of at-risk students, and making learning fun for young learners of all ages. Instructor with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to foster positive learning environment conducive to success. Imparted comprehensive topical knowledge in varied modalities to enhance deeper learning. Developed meaningful test instruments to complement and validate course curriculum.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Assistantship ( Calculus Instructor)
Syracuse University
08.2024 - Current
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
- Evaluated student assessments to identify areas of growth and improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
- Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
Graduate Assistant
Ball State University
08.2023 - Current
- Recitation/Tutoring Undergraduate students in Calculus II
- Grading exercises, home work in both complex Analysis and Calculus II
Math Teacher
Ghana Education Service
11.2019 - 08.2023
- Teaching both Elective and Core Mathematics
- Grading and marking home works, exercises and exams
Math and Science Teacher
Ahantaman Remedial College
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Teaching chemistry, physics, core and elective mathematics
- Grading and marking homework, exercise, conducting exams
Math Teacher
Ghana National Service
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Teaching both Core and Elective mathematics at Baidoo Bonsoe Senior High Technical School
Pupil Teacher
Seventh Day Adventist Preparatory School
09.2010 - 07.2013
- Teaching as pupil teacher in General Science and Mathematics
- Grading and Marking of examination scripts, exercises and homework
Education
Masters - Mathematics Education
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NYMaster's Degree - Mathematics
Ball State University
Muncie08.2023
Bachelor degree - Mathematics
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Kumasi, Ghana06.2018
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Latex Software
- Use of Blakboard and Canvas
- Strong Communication Skills
- Public Speaking
- Class Instruction
- Understanding of learning styles
- Lesson Planning
- Curriculum Development
- Expertise in subject matter
- Ability to motivate students
- Group and individual instruction
- Continuous professional development
- Collaborative Team Player
- Engaging presentation style
- Student Engagement
- Instructional Techniques
- Adaptable teaching approach
- Classroom Management
- Online Teaching Experience
- Interpersonal relationship building
- Technology Integration
- Student Evaluation
- Testing and grading
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Effective Lesson Planning
- Student Counseling
- Interactive teaching and learning
Accomplishments
Overall best teacher award at Ahantaman Remedial College 2019
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading Bible
- Calculations of mathematics
- Playing football
References
- Joanna Masingila. Syracuse University. Jomasing@syr.edu
- Michael Robert Pilla, michael.pilla@bsu.edu, Ball State University
- Peter Bontha, +233243827285, bonthapeter531@gmail.com, Baidoo Bonsoe Senior High Technical School
- Michael Amedoe, +233546085541, michaelamedoe92@gmail.com, Baidoo Bonsoe Senior High Technical School
Timeline
Graduate Assistantship ( Calculus Instructor)
Syracuse University
08.2024 - Current
Graduate Assistant
Ball State University
08.2023 - Current
Math Teacher
Ghana Education Service
11.2019 - 08.2023
Math Teacher
Ghana National Service
08.2018 - 07.2019
Math and Science Teacher
Ahantaman Remedial College
06.2018 - 08.2019
Pupil Teacher
Seventh Day Adventist Preparatory School
09.2010 - 07.2013
Bachelor degree - Mathematics
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Masters - Mathematics Education
Syracuse University
Master's Degree - Mathematics
Ball State University
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