Kofi Obeng Asare
West Haven,CT
Summary
Student-centered educator and emerging higher education professional with experience as a Mathematics and Science Tutor, ESL Tutor at all levels in a foreign land, Sports Master, and Secretary of a political party. Brings a strong background in academic support, inclusive instruction, and leadership across educational, co-curricular, and community settings. Demonstrates effective communication skills, the ability to work with diverse and multilingual populations, and experience in organizational coordination and advocacy. Committed to equity, student development, and ethical leadership, with a clear aspiration to advance within higher education and student affairs leadership.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor
Hanoi Connection
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Develop customized lesson plans to enhance language acquisition for diverse student backgrounds.
- Facilitate interactive language activities to promote student engagement and participation.
- Collaborate with peers to share best practices and improve teaching strategies.
- Adapt teaching techniques to accommodate varying proficiency levels within the classroom.
- Assess student learning needs and provide relevant instruction to close knowledge gaps.
- Enhance students' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
- Issue reports to update students, parents, and teachers on student progress.
- Collaborate with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
Mathematics Tutor
Ghana Educational Service
09.2016 - 09.2023
- Develop engaging lesson plans to address diverse learning styles and needs.
- Communicate effectively with parents regarding students' performance and areas for growth.
- Provide constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning process.
- Utilize various educational tools and resources to enhance understanding of complex topics.
- Adapt teaching methods based on individual student assessments and feedback.
- Employ creative problem-solving approaches during lessons that helped increase interest in mathematics among students.
Science and Mathematics Tutor
Ghana Educational Service
09.2010 - 09.2016
- Design personalized lesson plans to enhance understanding of mathematical and scientific concepts.
- Facilitate engaging group sessions to foster collaborative learning among students.
- Assesse student performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Employ creative problem-solving approaches during lessons that helped increase interest in mathematics and science among students.
- Develop strategies to identify and address individual learning challenges.
- Use positive reinforcement, repetition, and review to help students master challenging material.
Education
Certificate in Organizational Leadership - Accounting And Finance
Computer Systems Institute
MA08-2026
MBA - Business Analytics
University of New Haven
West Haven, CT05-2025
Bachelor of Education(Mathematics And Accounting) - Education
VALLEY VIEW UNIVERSITY
Accra, Ghana06-2015
Diploma in Basic Education - Education
Wesley College of Education
Kumasi, Ghana09-2010
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Problem-solving skills
- Strong vocabulary skills
- Organizational and time management skills
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Classroom Management Abilities
- Adaptable teaching methods
- Attention to detail
Languages
English
Full Professional
akan
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Tutor
Hanoi Connection
03.2023 - 03.2024
Mathematics Tutor
Ghana Educational Service
09.2016 - 09.2023
Science and Mathematics Tutor
Ghana Educational Service
09.2010 - 09.2016
Certificate in Organizational Leadership - Accounting And Finance
Computer Systems Institute
MBA - Business Analytics
University of New Haven
Bachelor of Education(Mathematics And Accounting) - Education
VALLEY VIEW UNIVERSITY
Diploma in Basic Education - Education
Wesley College of Education