GMANDAN KWADWO STEPHEN
Dambai,Ghana
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at West End University College, excelling in curriculum development and classroom management. Proven ability to enhance student engagement through innovative teaching strategies and technology integration. Committed to fostering academic growth and collaboration, while continuously pursuing professional development to elevate educational outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-Time Lecturer
West End University College
Accra, Ghana
11.2021 - Current
- Curriculum Planning: Developing and designing courses that align with the curriculum and learning objectives of the department or program.
- Teaching: Delivering lectures, leading discussions, and facilitating group activities to impart knowledge to learners.
- Research: Conducting research activities in the area of expertise to expand the knowledge and contribute to student's field of study.
- Grading and Evaluation: Assessing the work of students through homework assignments, papers, and exams and grading them accordingly.
- Advising: Providing academic and career guidance to students to help them achieve their goals.
- Service: Participating in University committees, serving on academic and administrative task forces, and other service responsibilities to contribute to the university community.
- Continuing Education: Engaging in ongoing education, professional development, and attending conferences and workshops to stay current with their fields and improve teaching methods.
Facilitator/Teacher
Dambai M/A Primary 'A' School
Dambai, Ghana
10.2020 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with the school's curriculum and educational standards.
- Provided individualized support and mentoring to students, promoting their academic progress and personal growth.
- Utilized various instructional methods and resources to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
- Collaborated with colleagues and parents to address student challenges and foster a collaborative educational environment.
- Participated in school events, extracurricular activities, and parent-teacher conferences to support the school community.
Off-Campus Teaching Practice
Oti Senior High Technical School
05.2016 - Current
- Develop lessons that integrate technology into mathematics for the various grade levels.
- Observe the behavior and learning styles of students in the world of diverse cultures in order to create a classroom atmosphere that enhances multicultural understanding.
- Enhancing student engagement for learning mathematics through maintaining collaborative learning classroom environment.
- Evaluate and grade students' critical performance using the approved variety of assessment tools and teach learners to use self-evaluation.
- Plans and execute daily lessons and prepare students for assessment.
- Collaborate with the general education teacher to assist in the successful implementation of the educational policies.
- Collaborate and co-teach with the cooperating teacher.
- Incorporate a variety of teaching strategies to provide for the individual learning styles and to better develop enquiry and problem-solving skills.
- Provide learning activities that require cooperation and teamwork.
Head Teacher
Dambai Lakeside M/A Primary 'A' School
Dambai, Ghana
01.2019 - 10.2020
- Provided leadership and guidance to teaching staff, fostering a collaborative and supportive departmental culture.
- Developed and implemented departmental initiatives to improve teaching methods, student assessment, and curriculum delivery.
- Engaged in curriculum development, review, and alignment with educational standards and best practices.
- Facilitated professional development workshops and training sessions for departmental staff to enhance teaching strategies and student outcomes.
- Actively participated in school leadership meetings, contributing to the overall strategic direction and management of the educational institution.
Head Teacher
Kotokugyane No. 1 M/A Primary School
Kotokugyane No 1, Ghana
09.2013 - 12.2018
- Preparation and vetting of lesson notes.
- Record keeping and school management.
- Motivating, training, and disciplining staff and students.
- Ensuring the good financial management of the school.
- Formulating overall aims and objectives for the school and policies for their implementation.
- Prepare and teach lessons with appropriate teaching materials.
- Mark and assess pupils' work and give appropriate feedback.
Education
Master of Education - Measurement and Evaluation
UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST
Cape Coast, Central Region, Ghana09.2021
Bachelor of Education - Mathematics
VALLEY VIEW UNIVERSITY
Dodowa, Greater Accra Region, Ghana09.2017
Diploma in Basic Education -
DAMBAI COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Dambai, Oti Region, Ghana08.2013
West African Secondary School Certificate -
KPANDAI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
KPANDAI05.2009
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Differentiated Instructions
- Assessment and evaluation
- Technology integration
- Communication skills
- Subject matter expertise
- Higher education pedagogy
- Engagement and interaction
- Professional development
- Monitoring and advising
- Academic writing
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Research methodologies
- Educational technology
- Team collaboration
- Data analysis
- Presentation skills
Languages
- English Language, 90, 95
- Asante Twi, 80, 89
- Guan, 0, 40
- Ewe, 0, 30
References
- MR. JUSTICE MABIMBA MAPAH, Head Teacher - Dambai M/A Primary 'A' School, Ghana Education Service, Krachi East Municipal, (+233) 0249-150-650, mapahjustice@gmail.com, Ghana
- DR. REGINA MAWUSI NUGBA, Lecturer, University of Cape Coast, Department of Education and Psychology, (+233) 0243-570-799, regina.nugba@ucc.edu.gh, Ghana
- REV. GEORGE OSEI-ASEIDU, Dwenho District, The Church of Pentecost, (+233) 024-330-9114, creatorvessel@yahoo.com, Ghana
Extracurricular Activities
Reading: Have read several Educational and Mathematics books to explore more concepts. Teaching: Building Educational and Mathematical concepts among learners. Voluntary Field Visits: I offer voluntary field visits to render services.
Training
- National Teaching Council Workshop on Sensitization of Education Policies, 06/10/22
- GALOP Workshop for teachers, 12/14/20 to 12/18/20
- Proficiency in I.T. Skills by Bridge I.T. Training, 07/24/19
- Leadership for Learning and PTPDM Policy Roll by Krachi East Municipal, 03/22/18 to 03/24/18
- Capacity Training Workshop for Head Teachers by Krachi East District, 11/03/17
- Orientation and Capacity Workshop on School Library Management, 06/01/17
- EDMAT Foundation Workshop on Examination Techniques Training Program, 03/01/17
- GNAT/CTF Workshop on School Development Workshop, 07/25/16 to 07/30/16
- EDMAT Foundation, Ghana on School Management Systems and Implementation Training Program, 10/28/13
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 10/15/90
- Nationality: Ghanaian
- Marital Status: Married
Certificates Awarded
- Certificate of Participation in a Three Days' Workshop Awarded by Ghana Education Service Krachi East Directorate.
- Certificate of Participation in GNAT/PATC/CTF School Development Workshop.
- Certificate of Participation in a Two Days' Orientation and Capacity Building Workshop Head Teachers by Ghana Education Service.
- School Management System and Implementation Training Programme Certificate.
- Certificate in Examination Techniques Training Programme Awarded By EDMAT Foundation.
Languages
English
Professional
Konkomba
Professional
Twi
Professional
Timeline
Part-Time Lecturer
West End University College
11.2021 - Current
Facilitator/Teacher
Dambai M/A Primary 'A' School
10.2020 - Current
Head Teacher
Dambai Lakeside M/A Primary 'A' School
01.2019 - 10.2020
Off-Campus Teaching Practice
Oti Senior High Technical School
05.2016 - Current
Head Teacher
Kotokugyane No. 1 M/A Primary School
09.2013 - 12.2018
Master of Education - Measurement and Evaluation
UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST
Bachelor of Education - Mathematics
VALLEY VIEW UNIVERSITY
Diploma in Basic Education -
DAMBAI COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
West African Secondary School Certificate -
KPANDAI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL