Thess Acheampong
Bronx,NY
Summary
Dedicated and passionate individual with proven track record successfully leading student discussions and providing individualized instruction. Communicates effectively with administrators, faculty and parents. Well versed in educational standards and innovative teaching methods.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Hostos-Lincoln Academy of Science
01.2022 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by the class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Substitute Teacher
John Peter Zenger
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
After-School Teacher/Summer Camp Facilitator
Children's Aid Society
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Tutored and assisted children in small groups of individuals to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Prepared after-school enrichment activities for children to encourage student participation.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive classroom environment conducive to learning.
Education
Master of Public Health - Concentration in Health Policy And Management
SUNY Downstate Medical Center
Brooklyn, NY05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Recreational Therapy
Lehman College
The Bronx, NY12.2020
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New York
New York, NY05.2018
High School Diploma -
Bronx Leadership Academy High School
Bronx, NY07.2016
Skills
Adaptable
Classroom Organization
Positive Reinforcement
Relationship building and management
Behavior Management
Accomplishments
- Recognized by multiple schools as an excellent substitute.
- Completed extra training to further help students under care.
- Took all offered shifts to maintain coverage for students
Characteristics
- Dependable
- Hardworking
- Quick Learner
- Time management
- Respectful
- Good Listener
Awards
- Dean's List
- Perfect Attendance
- Student of the Month (Trigonometry, Gym, English, History and Earth science)
- Honor roll (U.S. History and English)
- Outstanding Student Award in U.S. History
Volunteer Experience
- Optimal Rehabilitation OT & PT, 721 Melrose Avenue, Bronx, NY, 10455, Volunteer, 100
- Buildon, 1710 Webster Ave, Bronx, NY, 10457, Help setup the freshman orientation
- Build-on, 1710 Webster Ave, Bronx, NY, 10457, Volunteer at the soup kitchen
- Grace Assembly(The Apostolic Church International), 71 North MacDade Boulevard, PA, 19023, Evangelize to people
- Grace Assembly(The Apostolic Church International), 976 Washington Avenue, Bronx, NY, 10456, Church ushers
Projects
Stress Reduction Study (Toning group), We discussed the nature of stress in the body and mind and introduced two tools we will be working on to alleviate stress- Breath and vocal vibration in a form of 'toning.'
Training
- Mandated Reporter Training
- Training in School Age Child Care
- Family Engagement
- Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome
- Foundations in Health and Safety e-learning
- Abusive Head Trauma
Affiliations
- Department of Education
- Children's Aid Society
Certification
- Autism Workshop, NYCDOE - 2024
- SCHOOLS AGAINST VIOLENCE in EDUCATION, NYCDOE - 2021
- Master Sub Teacher Online Training - 2021
Languages
English
Full Professional
Twi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Hostos-Lincoln Academy of Science
01.2022 - Current
Substitute Teacher
John Peter Zenger
01.2021 - 01.2022
After-School Teacher/Summer Camp Facilitator
Children's Aid Society
01.2018 - 01.2021
Master of Public Health - Concentration in Health Policy And Management
SUNY Downstate Medical Center
Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Recreational Therapy
Lehman College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New York
High School Diploma -
Bronx Leadership Academy High School
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