Joy Kwasenyui
Buea Cameroon
Summary
Experienced with creating and executing individualized education plans. Utilizes adaptive teaching methods to meet diverse student needs. Track record of fostering supportive and inclusive learning environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Educator in English Language
Government Schoo Buea Town Cameroon
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Improved student engagement by implementing creative, hands-on learning approaches and modifying curriculum materials.
- Developed strong partnerships with general education teachers to foster inclusive classrooms where all students felt valued and supported.
- Monitored ongoing performance of students through regular evaluations, adjusting interventions as needed to address gaps in understanding or skill acquisition.
- Served as a resource for other educators seeking information on specific disabilities or accommodations necessary to meet individual learner needs effectively.
- Coordinated specialized services such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and counseling for students requiring additional support.
- Established strong relationships with parents and caregivers, promoting collaborative efforts for student success.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
Special Educator in English Language
Government Technical High School Buea Cameroon
03.2021 - 06.2023
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive educational programs for students with disabilities.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to monitor student progress and refine instructional methods accordingly.
- Utilized alternative assessments methods, such as portfolios or performance-based tasks, to evaluate student progress more accurately for those with unique learning needs.
- Delivered differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom setting.
- Cultivated an inclusive atmosphere that promoted respect and understanding of diverse abilities among peers in the classroom community.
- Mentored new special education teachers by sharing best practices, providing feedback on lesson plans, and offering guidance on classroom management techniques.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify specific learning needs and inform instructional strategies.
- Aligned curriculum standards with instructional objectives, ensuring that all students had opportunities to achieve academic success within their capabilities.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on innovative teaching practices in special education settings.
English Language Tutor
Bilingual Grammar School Molyko-Buea Camerron
09.2019 - 02.2021
- Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, composition, and literature, working with teachers in other subjects to integrate skills across curriculum.
- Built relationships with students to understand obstacles to learning such as difficult home situations, illness, or social hurdles.
- Communicated with parents in person, by email and phone to apprise of student progress, challenges and behavior issues.
- Monitored comprehension of material among students and created re-teaching strategies to cover gaps in learning indicated by test scores and quizzes.
- Expanded students'' cultural awareness by integrating authentic materials from various English-speaking countries into lessons.
- Strengthened students'' listening comprehension skills through exposure to various accents and dialects during audio-based exercise
- Developed tailored lesson plans to meet the diverse needs and learning styles of individual students.
- Developed teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.
- Assisted students in improving pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary usage through targeted exercises and practice sessions.
Education
M.Ed In Educational Psychology - Special Education
University of Buea, Cameroon
Cameroon 10.2024
Bachelor In Special Education - Special Education
University of Buea
Buea,Cameroon08.2020
Skills
- Inclusion strategies
- Classroom organization
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Positive reinforcement
- Adaptive learning techniques
- Emotional support
- Literacy intervention
- Data collection
- Motor skills development
- Individual education plans ieps
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Motivating students
Certification
120-Hour TESOL/TEFL Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Interests
Counseling, teaching, research, volunteering, travelling, designing, music, cookery and crafting
Timeline
Special Educator in English Language
Government Schoo Buea Town Cameroon
09.2023 - 12.2024
Special Educator in English Language
Government Technical High School Buea Cameroon
03.2021 - 06.2023
English Language Tutor
Bilingual Grammar School Molyko-Buea Camerron
09.2019 - 02.2021
M.Ed In Educational Psychology - Special Education
University of Buea, Cameroon
Bachelor In Special Education - Special Education
University of Buea
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