Gift Akintoye
Springfield,MO
Summary
Organized and dependable individual, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on responsibilities to meet organizational goals, be a good team player with the aim of achieving excellence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Missouri State University
08.2024 - Current
- Created a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and fostering a supportive community of learners
- Assessed student progress through regular formative assessments, quizzes, and presentations.
- Analyzed assessment data to identify areas of improvement and gave feedback accordingly.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments to promote a growth mindset and encourage continuous improvement.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly learning environment conducive to student success.
- Incorporated culturally responsive teaching practices into lessons to promote inclusivity and celebrate diversity.
- Designed and implemented project-based learning experiences that fostered critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills
- Created two original teaching activities implemented in the classroom with positive feedback from students.
Executive Assistant
Gadol Finance Company Limited (GFCL)
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided high-level administrative support to the MD/CEO, managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating some travel arrangements
- Provided exceptional Customer Service Support
- Managed multiple tasks and priorities, simultaneously adapting to changing needs and deadlines seamlessly
- Developed efficient filing systems to ensure easy retrieval of documents both in physical files and electronic databases.
Graduate Intern (NYSC)
Directorate of Technical Cooperation in Africa
11.2021 - 10.2022
- In-depth research on topics given for seminars like Public Relations and International Communication
- Editing of articles
- Administrative support such as typing, file arrangements, printing, photocopying, signing in-house memos, research, etc.
Research Assistant, Anita Adidu’s Laboratory, Elizade University
Ilara Mokin
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Assisted in preparing interview questions and gathering data for the research
- Assisted in analyzing research data and summarizing results
- Assisted in teaching some undergraduate students from the university in basic Mass Communication methods like social media, Television, Radio, etc.
Education
MA Communication -
Missouri State University
Springfield, United States11.2024
B.Sc. Mass Communication - undefined
Elizade University
Ilara Mokin, Ondo State09.2021
Skills
- Microsoft Word/PowerPoint/Excel
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Data Collection and Organization
- Attention to details
- General Administration
- Reliability and responsibility
- Problem solving skill
Leadership Experience
- Class Representative, Department of Mass Communication, Elizade University, Ilara Mokin, Ondo, Nigeria, 10/2017, 09/2021, Plan and organize class schedules and events., Advised course mates on various issues concerning classes and examinations., Organized pre-examination classes for reviews., Bridged the communication gap between the students and the department., Tutored and organized review sessions before examinations.
- Team Lead, Documentary Production, Elizade University, Ilara Mokin, Ondo, Nigeria, 04/02/2021, Successfully led a team of 10 persons in the production of a Documentary titled “The Discrimination of Amnesty Students in Elizade University.”
- Group Lead, Radio Drama Production, Elizade University, Ilara Mokin, Ondo, Nigeria, 08/12/2021, Coordinated a team of 5 persons in the production of a radio drama., Wrote a drama script with the ideas gathered from the team
- Director, Theatre Workshop, Elizade University, Ilara Mokin, Ondo, Nigeria, 03/28/2018, Successfully led a whole class in the production of a stage play titled “Alone and Frightened” by McCauley Abiodun., Successfully directed the play.
Professional Development
- Human Resources Management, Great Learning, 08/2023
- An Introduction to Social Work, 08/2023
- Powerful Tools for Teaching and Learning: Digital Storytelling, 08/2022
Hobbies and Interests
Reading, podcasts, exploring, meeting new people, Human Resources, Social Work, Event Planning, Culture and the Media
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Missouri State University
08.2024 - Current
Executive Assistant
Gadol Finance Company Limited (GFCL)
04.2023 - 08.2024
Graduate Intern (NYSC)
Directorate of Technical Cooperation in Africa
11.2021 - 10.2022
Research Assistant, Anita Adidu’s Laboratory, Elizade University
Ilara Mokin
12.2020 - 08.2021
B.Sc. Mass Communication - undefined
Elizade University
MA Communication -
Missouri State University
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