Justina Owoh
Hammond,LA
Summary
Dedicated and responsive professional with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification, and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teacher
Tangipahoa Parish School System (Hammond Westside)
Hammond, LA
08.2020 - Current
- teaching assigned full classroom of students (especially struggling students, IEPs and 504s included) with coaching a resident or new teacher, focusing on co-teaching, providing actionable feedback, and assessing student work to improve teacher capacity.
- Implement a co-teaching model, wherein assigned teachers observe the ethics of classroom management and differentiation methods.
- Support teacher preparation and review of lesson plans and student work, to provide targeted support.
- assist in development of intervention plans for candidates if needed, and facilitate self-reflection.
- modeling Best Practices by demonstrating high-quality instruction and "target teaching skills" through live lessons.
- helping the mentee establish clear expectations, procedures, and a positive learning environment.
- handle other responsibilities as assigned by the Principal or Assistant principal.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
School Administrator (Principal)
KAYRON INTERNATIONAL School
Lagos, Nigeria
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Overall day to day running of the school both Academic and Administrative.
- CRECHE, NURSERY, PRIMARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS
College Administrator (Principal)
BRIDGE HOUSE COLLEGE
Nigeria
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Ensuring that job descriptions are current for all staff and accurately reflect the responsibilities of each role.
- Ensuring that the College handbook is updated and each staff has a copy, subject to changes as required.
- Meeting on regular basis with staff to monitor their capacities to effectively undertake their roles.
- Ensuring regular performance review sessions.
- Approve all requisitions for office equipment and supplies.
- Purchase goods and equipment and ensure approval processes are followed for prompt payment.
- Ensure that College properties are clearly marked and maintained by staff.
- Manage budgets and ensure financial systems are followed.
- Supervise the Marketing department’s activities for proper follow up on enquiries.
- Monitor and supervise Hostel staff.
- Provide administrative support to academic team.
- Draft and interpret regulations /policies of the College including Students /Parents Handbook.
- Device the appropriate channels for dealing with complaints and queries.
- Prepare reports and statics for internal and eternal use.
- Hold weekly meetings with staff (direct reports).
- Ensure that the College ethics, discipline, rules and etiquette are followed.
- Identify training needs and facilitate same for approval.
- Take charge of drivers, security operatives, kitchen and environmental staff.
- Staff recruitment.
- Students’ discipline.
- Carry out all other duties as may be assigned by the Principal and Executive Director.
- SIXTH FORM
Principal
KINSEY ACADEMY GROUP OF SCHOOLS
01.2007 - 01.2013
- All School Principal’s duties.
- SECONDARY, CAMBRIDGE O’&A LEVELS
Education
Master of Education - Early Childhood Education/Curriculum Development
Usmanu Danfodiyo University
Sokoto, Sokoto 09.2008 - 12.2009
Bachelor of Arts - English And Literary Studies
Imo State University
Owerri, Imo 09.1998 - 07.2001
3 Years Associate Degree in Public Administration - Public Administration
University of Nigeria
Nsukka, Enugu 09.1993 - 07.1996
Skills
- Strong Instructional leadership
- Great communication and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
- Operational management
- Interpersonal and Conflict resolution and mediation
- Data Analysis and student information system
- Practice of self-reflection
Certifications/Licenses
- LDOE Educational Leader
- LDOE Teaching certification
Hobbies
- Community Service
- Writing
- Coaching
Referees
Available on request
Timeline
Teacher
Tangipahoa Parish School System (Hammond Westside)
08.2020 - Current
School Administrator (Principal)
KAYRON INTERNATIONAL School
01.2016 - 01.2018
College Administrator (Principal)
BRIDGE HOUSE COLLEGE
01.2013 - 01.2016
Master of Education - Early Childhood Education/Curriculum Development
Usmanu Danfodiyo University
09.2008 - 12.2009
Principal
KINSEY ACADEMY GROUP OF SCHOOLS
01.2007 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Arts - English And Literary Studies
Imo State University
09.1998 - 07.2001
3 Years Associate Degree in Public Administration - Public Administration
University of Nigeria
09.1993 - 07.1996