SARFO KOFI
Johnson City,TN
Summary
A hardworking and vibrant person who is willing to work anytime if and when required. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Again, be able to identify, analyze, and solve problems. Additionally, practical and fit individuals are comfortable working in extreme weather conditions, coupled with excellent multitasking and time management skills. A good communicator is committed to building relationships with colleagues to produce a purposeful task. A 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
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tutor of Calculus, Statistics, and Probability
Center For Academic Achievement (CFAA), ETSU.
08.2023 - Current
- Provide personalized guidance and support for students during office hours
- Ask key questions prompting specific student responses to assess tutoring session progress
- Review class materials and discuss reading assignments, boosting comprehension
- Research or recommend textbooks, software, equipment, or other learning materials to complement tutoring
- Assists students in finding useful study methods to enhance academic performance
- Help students develop critical thinking skills by engaging them in interactive dialogue about challenging concepts
Teaching Assistant
Department of Mathematical Sciences (ETSU)
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Instructs and monitors students in the use and care of equipment and materials in classrooms
- Handle clerical duties, manage classrooms, and coordinate documents for teachers
- Help students master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
- Assist students in determining the approach to follow for their online quizzes and capstone projects
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
Teaching and Research Assistance (National Service)
Department of Mathematics (KNUST)
11.2022 - 08.2023
- I partnered with the teacher to plan and implement lessons following the school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support the teacher's lesson delivery.
- Prepare lessons according to the course outline to convey the required material and deepen student understanding of the subject matter.
- Streamed classes online and uploaded videos for later viewing by distance and absent students.
- Assist students in their thesis writing.
- Administer and grade the assignments of students.
Internship
Management Information System (NHIS)
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Ensures that all details of any membership are recorded every day
- Ensures that all details provided by the membership are correct before entering
- Takes over the office when no staff is available and ensures that diligent work is done
Education
Master of Science - Applied Mathematics
East Tennessee State University (ETSU)
Johnson City, TN05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi - Ghana09.2022
General Science
Anglican Senior High School
Kumasi - Ghana05.2017
Skills
- Fluency in communication
- Microsoft Office specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Advanced in Latex, Proficient in Python, and Elementary in MATLAB and R-Studio
- Student Tutoring
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Time management
- Quick learner and effective listener
References
- Michele Joyner, Ph.D., Lecturer, Department of Mathematics, East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN, 37614, 423-439-5812, joynerm@etsu.edu
- Joshua Kiddy Kwasi, Asamoah, Ph.D., Lecturer, Department of Mathematics, KNUST, Kumasi, 233 248215207, jkkasamoah@knust.edu.gh
- Foukuoh Kwaku Darkwah, Associate Professor, Lecturer, Department of Mathematics, KNUST, Kumasi, 233 207187522, kfdarkwah.cos@Knust.edu.gh
Hobbies and Interests
- Differential Equations
- Operation Research
- Numerical Analysis
- Data Science
Training
- Mathematics and Statistics Student Research Symposium, 04/15/23, Presented on a paper "Solutions to Einstein Equation and their properties."
- Mentorship seminar, online, 2021, Mentoring for mathematicians.
- Exit Strategy Summit, 2020, Bridging the gap between the lecture theater and the job market.
- Transforming Leadership and Governance Seminar, 2019, Collaborative leadership, celebrative leadership, continuation leadership, competence in leadership, creative leadership, and change leadership are organized by the International Leadership Foundation.
Certification
- Certified International Tutor Training Program Certification, East Tennessee State University Center for Academic Achievement, August 2023–December 2023
Timeline
Tutor of Calculus, Statistics, and Probability
Center For Academic Achievement (CFAA), ETSU.
08.2023 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Department of Mathematical Sciences (ETSU)
08.2023 - 12.2023
Teaching and Research Assistance (National Service)
Department of Mathematics (KNUST)
11.2022 - 08.2023
Internship
Management Information System (NHIS)
09.2021 - 12.2021
Master of Science - Applied Mathematics
East Tennessee State University (ETSU)
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
General Science
Anglican Senior High School
- Certified International Tutor Training Program Certification, East Tennessee State University Center for Academic Achievement, August 2023–December 2023
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