IFEOMA ENWEREM
New Rochelle,NY
Summary
Dedicated professional with demonstrated strengths in customer service, time management and trend tracking. Good at troubleshooting problems and building successful solutions. Excellent verbal and written communicator with strong background cultivating positive relationships and exceeding goals. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented and motivated individuals. Always willing to take on any task. Adapts quickly to new needs and policies.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemistry Teacher
South Bronx Community Charter High School
08.2019 - Current
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interact in an ethnic and culturally diverse community
- Effective interpersonal, problem solving and decision making skills
- Demonstrably strong interpersonal, multi-tasking, and written and oral communication skill
- Participates in trial use of new technologies and integrates new technologies into their teaching
- Maintains contact with students via phone, video conferencing, and email through their courses
- Work in both a face-to-face and online teaching environment
- Also teach computer science, coding & cybersecurity
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Maintained records of student progress and lab completions, using Schoology and Powerschool
- Designed and implemented course curriculum that reflected relevance of chemistry to everyday world.
- Maintained current knowledge of chemistry and effective teaching methodologies.
Tutor
Varsity Tutors
01.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Taught students remotely using online video chat platform and other delivery channels.
- Leveraged technology and visual aids to engage students and enhance learning.
Science Teacher
Agency
11.2006 - 12.2018
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress.
- Collaborated with specialists to meet needs of special needs and gifted and talented students requiring extra support.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
Adjunct Lecturer
College Of West Anglia
09.2017 - 10.2017
- Identify and recommend to Department Chair appropriate community agency linkages for student learning experiences
- Implement and embrace College of West Anglia’s Care philosophy, curriculum and course objectives by engaging students
- Establish an environment conducive to student engagement by effectively planning and preparing for classes, responding quickly to student requests for assistance and ensuring that students enjoy a powerful learning experience
- Organized, prepared, and revised Chemistry course material and applied technological options for online and course-related software.
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
Teaching Assistant
Swansea School
09.2005 - 08.2006
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
Workshop Facilitator
EcoActive
09.2002 - 01.2004
- Facilitated dialogue between participants, family and program workers to provide best possible program and individualized program.
- Led group discussions and activities to meet different community needs.
- Collected data on program efficacy through data analysis and implemented solutions for improvement.
- Monitored field trips and special events to maintain safety and increase attendee retention.
- Created educational materials to convey important information to service recipients.
- Built partnerships with related organizations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues.
Substitute Teacher
Alief Independent School
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
Graduate Assistant
College of Staten Island, CUNY
01.1996 - 01.1996
- Taught general chemistry to undergraduates, contributed to applied research projects in the polymer science field
- Used variety of teaching techniques to encourage student critical thinking and discussion in undergraduate chemistry course
- Foster a positive learning environment by keeping accurate records, submitting grades on time, and enforcing academic and attendance policies
- Experience working with adults, returning students & an ethnically diverse student body
- Administered coursework, graded assignments and provided constructive feedback.
- Contributed to research and data analysis within the Chemistry department landscape.
- Devised and implemented strategies for engaging students in class discussions.
Science Officer
Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation
03.1989 - 12.1991
- Carried out quality analysis on petroleum fractions and petrochemicals to international standards
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
- Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
Research and Development Officer
Rubber Research Institute of Nigeria
01.1987 - 01.1989
- Planned and initiated research study protocols, monitored regulatory and subject binders and organized, implemented and administered data collection and analysis systems.
- Produced reports of findings and gave presentations of results.
- Established connections with liaisons to industrial and commercial stakeholders, allowing industry trends to inform research and vice versa.
- Designed and delivered trainings and presentations to institutional staff and supported research program development.
- Conducted risk assessments for research where applicable.
Assistant Lecturer
University of Port Harcourt
01.1986 - 01.1987
- Participated in weekly faculty meetings and contributed to curriculum review.
- Reviewed teaching activities and identified and implemented strategies to improve student learning outcomes.
- Initiated and facilitated classroom discussions.
- Provided constructive and timely feedback to students to advise on areas of concern and suggest improvements.
- Met with students during and after office hours to address concerns and offer feedback.
- Supported positive image of university by being responsive and promptly responding to requests and inquiries.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
Raising Family for Any Time Unaccounted
Family
Education
Certificate - Foundations of Diversity And Inclusion Teachout
University of Virginia
Virtual09.2023
Certificate - Professional Scrum Master I
Scrum.org
Virtual07.2023
Certificate - Leadership And Disruption
Fundação Instituto De Administração,
Virtual04.2022
Certificate - Science of Wellbeing
Yale University
Virtual04.2021
Certificate - COVID-19 Contact Tracing
Johns Hopkins University
Virtual03.2020
Post Graduate Certificate in Education PGCE - Secondary Science
University of East London
London, U.K08.2006
Master of Science - Polymer Science And Technology
Polytechnic of North London
London, U.K.08.1985
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of London
London U.K.06.1983
Skills
- Ethics & Research
- Discussion Facilitation
- Instruction and Leadership
- Multi-Cultural Awareness
- Safety Regulations
- Project Management
- MS Office Proficiency
- Verbal Communication
- 360 Degree Assessments
- Organizational Leadership
- Industry Expertise
- Results Orientation
Leisure/Hobbies
I love to travel to different countries; it remains the continents of South America and Australia and environs for me to visit. Enjoying ethnic/ street food is another pleasure of mine, which I attempt to replicate at home. I endeavor to walk or jog daily.
Languages
Igbo
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Timeline
Tutor
Varsity Tutors
01.2022 - Current
Chemistry Teacher
South Bronx Community Charter High School
08.2019 - Current
Adjunct Lecturer
College Of West Anglia
09.2017 - 10.2017
Science Teacher
Agency
11.2006 - 12.2018
Teaching Assistant
Swansea School
09.2005 - 08.2006
Workshop Facilitator
EcoActive
09.2002 - 01.2004
Substitute Teacher
Alief Independent School
01.2001 - 01.2002
Graduate Assistant
College of Staten Island, CUNY
01.1996 - 01.1996
Science Officer
Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation
03.1989 - 12.1991
Research and Development Officer
Rubber Research Institute of Nigeria
01.1987 - 01.1989
Assistant Lecturer
University of Port Harcourt
01.1986 - 01.1987
Raising Family for Any Time Unaccounted
Family
Certificate - Foundations of Diversity And Inclusion Teachout
University of Virginia
Certificate - Professional Scrum Master I
Scrum.org
Certificate - Leadership And Disruption
Fundação Instituto De Administração,
Certificate - Science of Wellbeing
Yale University
Certificate - COVID-19 Contact Tracing
Johns Hopkins University
Post Graduate Certificate in Education PGCE - Secondary Science
University of East London
Master of Science - Polymer Science And Technology
Polytechnic of North London
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of London
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