Michael Kelibah Yakubu
Bozeman,Montana
Summary
Strong GTA confident participating in classroom teaching and discussions and reviewing student assignments. Possesses strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with instructors, students and staff. Knowledgeable in subject matter and clearly explains complex material.
Caring Mathematics teacher with more than five years’ experience in mathematics instruction. Closely monitor students’ progress while implementing modern educational technologies into day-to-day practices. Committed to long-term students’ success through well-rounded education.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Montana State University
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to provide additional support for struggling students, leading to improved academic outcomes.
- Implemented innovative teaching techniques that catered to various learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement during lessons.
- Developed strong rapport with students through open communication channels, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Conducted office hours for supplemental tutoring sessions, helping students understand complex concepts more clearly.
Mathematics Teacher
Zuarungu Senior High School, GES
09.2020 - 08.2023
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standard
- Graded and evaluated students’ assignments, papers and course work
- Improved students'' problem-solving abilities by incorporating real-life applications into mathematical concepts.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through interactive and collaborative activities, contributing to improved student outcomes.
Mathematics Teacher
Mount Sinai Educational Centre
09.2019 - 07.2023
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standard.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
- Incorporated multiples types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weakness based on standardized testing results.
- Graded and evaluated students’ assignments, papers and course work.
- Work cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives
Mathematics Tutor
University for development studies (Bolgatanga Midwifery training college Center)
06.2017 - 11.2022
- Taught students remotely using online video chat platform and other delivery channel
- Provide homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials
- Helped students prepare for test and exams by providing guidance, motivation and encouragement
- Coach and mentored less experienced tutors to observe and measure outcome.
Mathematics Tutor
University Of Cape Coast
10.2020 - 12.2021
- Taught students remotely using online video chat platform and other delivery channel.
- Provide homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Helped students prepare for test and exams by providing guidance, motivation and encouragement.
- Coach and mentored less experienced tutors to observe and measure outcome.
Mathematics Teacher
Kongo Senior High School, Ghana Education Service
09.2013 - 08.2020
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standard
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations
- Incorporated multiples types of teaching strategies into classroom
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weakness based on standardized testing results
- Graded and evaluated students' assignments, papers and course work
- Work cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives
- Enabled underachieving students to reach target attainment levels by providing individualized coaching and activities
Mathematics Teacher: National Service Personnel
Zibella Senior High/Technical School, GES
09.2012 - 08.2013
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standard.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
- Incorporated multiples types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weakness based on standardized testing results.
- Graded and evaluated students’ assignments, papers and course work.
- Work cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Enabled underachieving students to reach target attainment levels by providing individualized coaching and activities.
Education
Ph.D. - Mathematics
Montana State University - Bozeman
Bozeman, MT08.2028
Master of Philosophy - Pure Mathematics
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
Kumasi, Ghana10.2021
Post Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) - Education
University of Education
Winneba, Ghana08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University For Development Studies (UDS), Tamale
Tamale, Ghana07.2012
WASSCE - General Arts
Bolgatanga Senior High School
Bolgatanga, Ghana06.2006
Basic Education certificate (BEC) -
Baare Junior High School
Tongo, Ghana04.2003
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Group learning mechanics
- Student-centered learning
- Classroom management
- Testing and grading
- Post-secondary education
- Materials Preparation
- Student Records Management
- Research expertise
- Knowledgeable about Mathematics
Academic Research
- 08/2019, 11/2021, Unique and Non-unique Factorization Domain in Quadratic number fields, Kwame Nkrumah University of science and Technology, Kumasi, Department of Mathematics
- 08/2015, 12/2016, A study of the factors that influence Senior High School Students performance in mathematics: The case of Kongo Senior High School., University of Education, Department of Psychology and Education, Winneba
- 11/2011, 06/2012, The analysis of malaria cases of children under five years, case studied; Afrikids Medical Centre, Bolgatanga., The Department of mathematics, University for Development Studies, Navrongo
- 06/2009, 06/2010, Community Development Research, Asonomaso Nkunta, Kwabre East Ashanti Region Ghana, University for Development Studies
References
- Dr. Jeffrey Ezearn, Lecturer, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, +2330244818824, eezearnje@gmail.com
- Mr. Peter Unawarin Baltoe, Coordinator Access Course (UDS), Bolgatanga Midwifery Training School, +2330244138634, unawarinbaltoe@gmail.com
- Miss. Augustina Naab, Coordinator Access Course (UCC), Bolgatanga Midwifery Training School, +2330244564351, augustinanab@gmail.com
- Mrs. Helen T. Ward, Headteacher, Mount Sinai Educational Centre, P. O. Box 347, Bolgatanga, UE Ghana, +233245143723, hward2268@yahoo.com
- Mr. Martin Sebig Dittoh, Assistant Headmaster (Domestic), Zuarungu Senior High School, P. O. Box 133, Bolgatanga, UE Ghana, +233246640611, dittohsebig@gmail.com
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Montana State University
08.2023 - Current
Mathematics Tutor
University Of Cape Coast
10.2020 - 12.2021
Mathematics Teacher
Zuarungu Senior High School, GES
09.2020 - 08.2023
Mathematics Teacher
Mount Sinai Educational Centre
09.2019 - 07.2023
Mathematics Tutor
University for development studies (Bolgatanga Midwifery training college Center)
06.2017 - 11.2022
Mathematics Teacher
Kongo Senior High School, Ghana Education Service
09.2013 - 08.2020
Mathematics Teacher: National Service Personnel
Zibella Senior High/Technical School, GES
09.2012 - 08.2013
Ph.D. - Mathematics
Montana State University - Bozeman
Master of Philosophy - Pure Mathematics
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
Post Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) - Education
University of Education
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University For Development Studies (UDS), Tamale
WASSCE - General Arts
Bolgatanga Senior High School
Basic Education certificate (BEC) -
Baare Junior High School
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