Sa-adatu Abdullai
Athens,OH
Summary
Dedicated Teaching Assistant focused on supporting faculty with classroom needs. Successful at maintaining clean and organized supplies, planning activities and leading field trips. Excellent tutor, record keeper and multitasker.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Ohio University
08.2019 - Current
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
- Developed strong rapport with students through open communication channels, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Provided timely and constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to refine their work and achieve higher grades.
- Supported instructors in grading exams and papers, maintaining accurate records of student performance throughout the semester.
- Served as a liaison between faculty members and students, addressing concerns and facilitating resolution of issues promptly.
- Documented attendance and completed assignments to maintain full class and student records.
- Mentored students through office hours and one-on-one communication.
Teaching and Research Assistant
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, KNUST
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Provided support to students with special needs, ensuring an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
- Supported faculty members with administrative tasks such as grading assignments, proctoring exams, and maintaining attendance records.
- Served as a liaison between students, parents, faculty members, ensuring clear communication regarding academic progress and expectations.
- Assisted professors in conducting research projects, contributing to published articles and conference presentations.
- Taught small groups of students focused on specific parts of coursework.
Intern
Ghana Atomic Energy Commission (GAEC)
06.2017 - 07.2017
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Provided project progress updates and proposed solutions to issues.
- Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
Intern
Abossey Okai Community Clinic
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
- Collaborated with senior management on new initiatives to build confidence.
Dispensary Assistant
Abossey Okai Community Clinic
07.2013 - 07.2015
- Optimized business performance by analyzing sales data and suggesting adjustments to product pricing, inventory management, and promotional efforts.
- Boosted efficiency in order processing by implementing an organized system for tracking orders throughout fulfillment phases.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate inventory records, conducting regular audits and restocking as needed.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by actively listening to customer needs and providing appropriate solutions.
- Resolved customer complaints or concerns professionally, maintaining a positive image of the dispensary at all times.
- Ensured a safe and welcoming environment for customers, addressing concerns and answering questions promptly.
- Educated customers about various cannabis strains, products, and consumption methods for informed decisionmaking.
- Collaborated with coworkers to maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workspace for optimal productivity.
- Assisted customers in selecting over-the-counter medications and health care products.
- Organized pharmacy area to maintain clean and orderly environment.
- Handled inventory stock by counting inventory items, checking delivery quantities, reviewing medication expirations and ordering additional products.
- Verified patient information to correctly dispense medications.
Education
Ph.D. - Chemistry
Ohio University
Athens, OH05.2025
Master of Science - Chemistry
Ohio University
Athens, OH05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
05.2018
Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Computer Skills
- Relationship Building
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Effective Communication
- Mentoring students
- Student Tutoring
- Excel
- Powerpoint Presentations
- Study Skills Development
- Student assessments
- Multicultural Awareness
- Instructional support
- Grading assignments
- Progress Monitoring
- Laboratory Monitoring
- Assignment Grading
- Teaching pedagogy
- Computer and Microsoft Office Skills
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Microsoft Office
Affiliations
- American Chemical Society Member
- Association of Women in Science Member
- Empowering Women in Organic Chemistry Member
- American Chemical Society-Division of Organic Chemistry Member
PRESENTATION AND POSTERS
poster presentation at EWOC 2024
poster presentation Ohio EXPO for 2024, 2023, 2022
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Ohio University
08.2019 - Current
Teaching and Research Assistant
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, KNUST
09.2018 - 08.2019
Intern
Ghana Atomic Energy Commission (GAEC)
06.2017 - 07.2017
Intern
Abossey Okai Community Clinic
06.2015 - 08.2015
Dispensary Assistant
Abossey Okai Community Clinic
07.2013 - 07.2015
Ph.D. - Chemistry
Ohio University
Master of Science - Chemistry
Ohio University
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Similar Profiles
Lindsey GirardLindsey Girard
Certified Flight Instructor at Ohio UniversityCertified Flight Instructor at Ohio University
Estella GiominiEstella Giomini
Lab Member at Ohio UniversityLab Member at Ohio University
Brooke SchillBrooke Schill
Art Gallery Monitor at Ohio UniversityArt Gallery Monitor at Ohio University