NORGBEJI ABRAHAM
Commerce,TX
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Summary
Aspiring PhD student eager to leverage my background in mathematics and statistics to address challenges in mathematical finance, particularly in areas such as stochastic modeling, risk management, and quantitative decision-making.
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant
East Texas A&M University
08.2023 - Current
- Teach Intermediate Algebra to undergraduate students, ensuring clarity and understanding of mathematical concepts
- Teach Elementary Statistical Methods to undergraduate students
- Conduct tutorial sessions, providing additional support to students outside regular lectures
- Grade assignments and exams for lecturers, maintaining accuracy and consistency in assessment
Mathematics Tutor
International Community School (ICS) - Kumasi Campus
09.2020 - 08.2023
- Developed and presented engaging and interactive lessons in preparing students for Cambridge A- level Mechanics Examination
- Developed and presented engaging and interactive lessons in preparing students for Cambridge Secondary1 Checkpoint
- Graded and conducted progress report that tracked student’s performance
- Ensured that my classroom was inviting at all times by engaging students with project works that was pasted in the classroom walls
- Teaching grade7 and8 Checkpoint mathematics
- Provide pastoral care for the male students at the boarding house and the classroom as a boarding mentor and a class teacher
Mathematics tutor and boarding mentor
ICS-Kumasi campus
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Developed and presented engaging and interactive lessons in preparing students for Cambridge A- level Mechanics Examination
- Teaching grade7 Checkpoint mathematics
- Offer support, encouragement and advise to address the social, behavior and academic needs of students
- Provide pastoral care for the male students at the boarding house
- Assisting the other members of the department
Internship
Ghana Senior High School
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Providing pastoral support for some SHS2 students
- Developing and executing engaging and interactive Core Mathematics and Elective Mathematics lessons
- Held weekend tutorial sessions for candidates
Education
Bachelor of Education - Mathematics
University of Cape Coast (UCC)
Cape Coast, Ghana05-2019
West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination - High School Education
Ghana Senior High School
Koforidua, Ghana 05-2013
Basic Education Certificate Examination - Basic Education
Anum L/A JHS
Asamankese, Ghana05-2010
Skills
- R Programming:
- Proficient in R for data analysis, statistical modeling, and data visualization (ggplot2)
- Experienced in data manipulation using dplyr and tidyr
- Applied statistical methods and hypothesis testing in R
- Familiar with machine learning techniques in R
- Magma Programming:
- Developed programs to solve mathematical problems using Magma
- Experience in coding for number theory and algebraic structures
- Computer literacy
- Microsoft Word
- Spreadsheets (Excel, Google spreadsheets)
- PowerPoint
- Email communications
- ICT skills for online tuition
- Personal Abilities
- Strong Analytical Skills
- Good Communication Skills
- Team Player
- Decision-making and problem solving
- Initiative and self-motivated
- Results oriented and versatile
CURRENT ENROLLMENT
- Graduate Student – East Texas A&M University
- Masters in Mathematics, August 2023 – Present
- Actively engaged in advanced coursework and research projects.
- Participating in academic and research activities.
Presentations and Conferences
- Participant, (2020, August) Professional Training Bootcamp on Balanced Literacy on Reading and Writing by Dr Heather at the International Community School, Pakyi-Campus.
- Participant, (2021, March) Professional Training Bootcamp on Essential Skills for Educators by Mr. Richard Sarpong at the International Community School, Pakyi-Campus.
- Participant, (2022, September) Effective Learning Habits for Candidates. Annual Conference for all Candidates of International Community School.
- Presenter, (2021, August) Professional Training for STEM Educators: The Art of Scaffolding, Gradually Releasing the Responsibility on the Learner. International Community School.
Awards
International community school, 2021/2022 Academic year - Best Homeroom tutor, Founding Patron of SRC
Hobbies and Interests
Hobbies: Reading, listening to music and watching socio-political events on TV.
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Assistant
East Texas A&M University
08.2023 - Current
Mathematics Tutor
International Community School (ICS) - Kumasi Campus
09.2020 - 08.2023
Mathematics tutor and boarding mentor
ICS-Kumasi campus
09.2019 - 08.2020
Internship
Ghana Senior High School
09.2018 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Education - Mathematics
University of Cape Coast (UCC)
West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination - High School Education
Ghana Senior High School
Basic Education Certificate Examination - Basic Education
Anum L/A JHS
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