Stephen

Cultural Exchange Leader
Male33 y/o
English teacher/Subject Teacher/Other education positions
Live in JapanNationality Ghana
Subject:  Math
Grade:  Primary school
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Cultural Exchange Leader

Tomonokai Global Education Team
2023.01-2024.01(a year)
Name and Type of Organization Main Duties: - Presented on the diverse cultures of Ghana, highlighting their unique traditions, foods, languages, and customs. - Assisted exchange students with their adaptation to the new learning surroundings, providing advice, and addressing any concerns raised. - Participated in workshops and activities that promote cultural understanding and language skills. - Acted as a liaison between students and instructors to moderate effective communication. - Gathered feedbacks from students to improve future presentations. Achievement: I obtained an 85% satisfaction from students and instructors based on post-program surveys. Enhanced cultural awareness and understanding among students, with 80% reporting a significant progress in their cultural knowledge and language skills.

Cultural Exchange Leader

Taibusa English Camp
2023.01-2024.01(a year)
Name and Type of Organization Main Duties: - Presented on the diverse cultures of Ghana, highlighting their unique traditions, foods, languages, and customs. - Assisted exchange students with their adaptation to the new learning surroundings, providing advice, and addressing any concerns raised. - Participated in workshops and activities that promote cultural understanding and language skills. - Acted as a liaison between students and instructors to moderate effective communication. - Gathered feedbacks from students to improve future presentations. Achievement: I obtained an 85% satisfaction from students and instructors based on post-program surveys. Enhanced cultural awareness and understanding among students, with 80% reporting a significant progress in their cultural knowledge and language skills.

Volunteer

Alinea Foundation
2021.02-2023.08(3 years)
Name and Type of Organization Main Duties: - Consistently assessed the progress and performance of trainees, ensuring that they the “Women Economic Empowerment through Industrial Trades Training in the Northern Region (WEE-North) project objectives and standards. I actively engaged in organizing and implementing HSE initiatives. Achievement: Successfully monitored the progress of more than 800 trainees, 85% of whom demonstrated discernible increase in their skills and knowledge sets. - Accurately recorded trainees’ personal information, attendance, and monthly allowance payment details in Excel spreadsheets. Achievement: Maintained a 95% accuracy rate into data entry, making sure that all records were up-to-date and error-free. - Coordinated with industry partners to secure internship placements for trainees, matching their skills and interests with suitable opportunities. Achievement: Successfully placed 85% of young women trainees in significant internships (specifically, male dominated trades like welding, electrical installation, small engine repairs, etc.), with proportion of them receiving job offers post-internship. - Conducted site visits to various industrial areas to monitor trainee placements and establish with new partnerships. Achievement: Conducted over 30 site visits, leading to the creation of 15 new industry partnerships. - Engaged with new industry partners to negotiate Workplace Experience and Learning (WEL) opportunities for trainees, expanding the network of potential employers. Achievement: Successfully negotiated internship opportunities with over 10 new industries, including WEL placement rate by 20%. - Documented meetings, prepared detailed reports on project progress, and provided feedbacks for improvements. Achievement: Produced comprehensive reports and minutes with a 90% acceptance rate from the Field Manager, supervisors, and stakeholders.

Nursery

Miracle International School
2021.11-2022.10(a year)
/Kindergarten & Primary Teacher Name and Type of Organization Main Duties: 1. Designed Learning and Recreative Activities: - I took the effort to comprehend each age group’s developmental stages. I specifically design exercises that correspond with their emotional, mental, and physical capacities. - Achievement: I often created captivating, developmentally appropriate activities that sparked kids’ imaginations and inquisitiveness. Nearly 80% of my planned activities received positive comments from both parents and students. 2. Taught and Supervised Academic Activities: - I designed age-appropriate lessons that introduce foundational concepts. For toddlers, it might involve colors, shapes, and counting. For preschoolers, we explore letters, numbers, and basic math. - During these sessions, I guide children through activities, ensuring they grasp the intended learning objectives. Whether it’s tracing letters or sorting shapes, I provide gentle encouragement. - I foster language skills through storytelling, rhymes, and conversations. We discuss our day, share experiences, and expand vocabulary. - Together with the kids, we explored letters, sounds, and basic math concepts. I introduce letter recognition, phonics, and counting. - Achievement: I have successfully designed and implemented age-appropriate lessons that introduce foundational concepts. For kids, this included colors, shapes, and counting, while for preschoolers, I delved into letters, numbers, and basic math. On average, 85% of kids and 75% of preschoolers could correctly demonstrate the above activities with minimal support from me. 3. Monitored and Provided Basic Caregiving Activities: - I established effective infection control procedures, which led to a 30% reduction in the incidence of infections among the kids. - I planned and prepared nutritious meals that suited the kids' dietary requirements, which improved their general health and nutritional status by 25%. - I maintained a clean environment for the children, receiving a 95% satisfaction rating from both children and their families. - I ensured the children's safety and wellbeing by managing and administering drugs with 95% accuracy. 4. Regularly Communicated with Parents about their Kids’ Progress and Needs: -off and pick-up times, sharing the key moments of their child’s day. - I prepared comprehensive weekly reports that encompassed notes on each child’s growth, conduct, and noteworthy accomplishments or concerns.

English Language Teacher

Greater Heights International School
2018.07-2021.10(3 years)
Name and Type of Organization Main Duties: - Developed and implemented lesson plans that are both curriculum-aligned and responsive to the various learning style of the students. - Created and evaluated students’ projects, examinations, and assignments to assess learning and student academic progress. - Regulated student conduct, upholding a respectful and educational culture, and keeping the classroom atmosphere positive and productive. - Provided extra resources and support to students who required it, as well as keeping parents informed about their progress on a regular basis. - Organized and participated in extracurricular pursuits including debate competition teams, book clubs, and school functions. - Enhanced my teaching skills on a constant basis through workshops, training sessions, and teamwork. Achievement: Improved the average English proficiency of students by 15% during a two-year period as determined by the results of standardized tests. Additionally, 90% of students participated in class discussions and activities. Furthermore, I organized and managed a debate team with an 85% student participation rate that was successful in winning regional tournaments.

English Teacher

Redeemer Academy
2012.03-2013.07(a year)
Senior House Master Name and Type of Organization Main Duties: 1. Designed Learning and Recreative Activities: - I took the effort to comprehend each age group’s developmental stages. I specifically design exercises that correspond with their emotional, mental, and physical capacities. - Achievement: I often created captivating, developmentally appropriate activities that sparked students’ imaginations and inquisitiveness. Nearly 80% of my planned activities received positive comments from both parents and students. 2. Taught and Supervised Academic Activities: - I designed age-appropriate lessons that introduce foundational concepts. For kids, it might involve colors, shapes, and counting. For preschoolers, we explore letters, numbers, and basic math. - During these sessions, I guide children through activities, ensuring they grasp the intended learning objectives. Whether it’s tracing letters or sorting shapes, I provide gentle encouragement. - I foster language skills through storytelling, rhymes, and conversations. We discuss our day, share experiences, and expand vocabulary. - Together with the kids, we explored letters, sounds, and basic math concepts. I introduce letter recognition, phonics, and counting. Achievement: I have successfully designed and implemented age-appropriate lessons that introduce foundational concepts. For kids, this included colors, shapes, and counting, while for preschoolers, I delved into letters, numbers, and basic math. On average, 86% of kids and 75% of preschoolers could correctly demonstrate the above activities with minimal support from me. 3. Monitored and Provided Basic Caregiving Activities: - I established effective infection control procedures, which led to a 40% reduction in the incidence of infections among the kids. - I planned and prepared nutritious meals that suited the kids' dietary requirements, which improved their general health and nutritional status by 30%. - I maintained a clean environment for the children, receiving a 90% satisfaction rating from both children and their families. - I ensured the children's safety and wellbeing by managing and administering drugs with 98% accuracy. 4. Regularly Communicated with Parents about their Kids’ Progress and Needs: -off and pick-up times, sharing the key moments of their child’s day. - I prepared comprehensive weekly reports that encompassed notes on each child’s growth, conduct, and noteworthy accomplishments or concerns.

English

Danicom International School
2011.06-2012.09(a year)
Mathematics Teacher/ Senior House Master Name and Type of Organization Main Duties: - Developed and implemented lesson plans that are both curriculum-aligned and responsive to the various learning style of the students. - Created and evaluated students’ projects, examinations, and assignments to assess learning and student academic progress. - Regulated student conduct, upholding a respectful and educational culture, and keeping the classroom atmosphere positive and productive. - Provided extra resources and support to students who required it, as well as keeping parents informed about their progress on a regular basis. - Organized and participated in extracurricular pursuits including debate competition teams, book clubs, and school functions. - Enhanced my teaching skills on a constant basis through workshops, training sessions, and teamwork. Achievement: Improved the average English proficiency of students by 15% during a two-year period as determined by the results of standardized tests. Additionally, 90% of students participated in class discussions and activities. Furthermore, I organized and managed a debate team with an 85% student participation rate that was successful in winning regional tournaments.

Educational experience

University for Development Studies

Social Change Communication
2013.09-2017.07(4 years)
The Bachelor of Science in Social Change Communication is an undergraduate degree aimed at providing students with the expertise to leverage communication techniques for promoting social change. The program’s main elements include: Primary Emphasis: The curriculum focuses on comprehending and applying communication to shape social behaviors and perceptions. This includes exploring media, public relations, and community involvement. Coursework: The program includes subjects like communication theory, media analysis, public health communication, and campaign development. Students are trained to create and execute communication plans that tackle social challenges. Practical Experience: Students often engage in hands-on projects and internships, allowing them to apply their learning in real-world settings. This practical experience is crucial for understanding the dynamics of social change and the role of communication in influencing public opinion and behavior. Career Opportunities: Graduates have the potential to work in diverse sectors including non-profit organizations, government bodies, international development, public health, and corporate social responsibility. They can take on roles such as communication specialists, campaign managers, public relations officers, or social media strategists. Interdisciplinary Approach: The program combines insights from various fields like sociology, political science, and economics, offering a well-rounded understanding of social issues and the communication methods to address them effectively.

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English
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Certificates

Bachelor's degree certificate
2023.07

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