Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Languages
Affiliations
Certification
Technical Skills
INTERESTS
References
Timeline
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Beulah Joshua

Beulah Joshua

Port Harcourt,Rivers

Summary

Enthusiastic and student focused English educator with over five years of classroom teaching experience and more than ten years of educational service. Experienced in teaching students from nursery through senior secondary school, preparing learners for national examinations, and leading academic programs as Dean of Studies. Passionate about creating engaging learning environments through collaboration, adaptability, and cultural exchange. Seeking an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) position in Japan to contribute positively to students' English communication skills while growing professionally within Japan's education system.


Overview

2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience

Work history

Dean of Studies

Zion International High School
Port Harcourt, Rivers State
2023.09 - Current
  • Coordinate academic activities for over 250 students.
  • Supervise and mentor 24 teaching staff.
  • Conduct classroom observations and instructional evaluations.
  • Develop examination schedules and academic calendars.
  • Support curriculum implementation and teacher development.
  • Collaborate with school leadership to improve teaching quality and student achievement.

English Language Teacher

Zion International High School
Port Harcourt, Rivers State
2020.02 - Current
  • Taught English Language to Junior and Senior Secondary students.
  • Integrated technology into classroom instruction, improving overall teaching effectiveness.
  • Tailored instruction strategies based on each student's preferred learning style.
  • Collaborated with colleagues for cross-curricular planning, enhancing the learning experience.
  • Promoted an inclusive classroom environment where all students felt comfortable participating and asking questions.
  • Prepare students for WAEC and BECE examinations, including 91 graduating WAEC candidates.
  • Designed engaging lesson plans that improve reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.
  • Delivered student-centred lessons using interactive teaching methods.
  • Assessed student performance and provide individualized feedback.
  • Fostered an inclusive classroom environment that encourages confidence and participation.

Upper Primary Teacher

Zion International High School
Port Harcourt, Rivers State
2016.09 - 2019.07

Subjects:

  • Basic Science
  • Physical & Health Education
  • Home Economics

Responsibilities

  • Planned engaging lessons using activity-based learning.
  • Promoted positive classroom behaviour.
  • Encouraged critical thinking and teamwork.
  • Maintained effective communication with parents and colleagues.

Teacher Assistant (Nursery Section)

Zion International High School
Port Harcourt, Rivers State
2013.09 - 2015.07
  • Assisted lead teachers with daily classroom instruction.
  • Supported early childhood learning activities.
  • Prepared teaching materials.
  • Supervised students during classroom and outdoor activities.
  • Encouraged learning through songs, games, and storytelling.

Education

Doctor of Optometry - Optometry

Madonna University
Elele/ Nigeria

Skills

  • English Language Teaching
  • Team Teaching
  • Student Engagement
  • Classroom Management
  • Lesson Planning
  • Adaptability
  • Collaboration
  • Cross-cultural Communication
  • Educational Leadership
  • Curriculum Development
  • Student Motivation
  • Behaviour Management
  • Presentation Skills
  • Public Speaking
  • Time Management
  • Technology Integration
  • Google Workspace
  • Microsoft Office

Languages

English
Native
Japanese
Beginner

Affiliations

  • Sewing
  • Listening to music

Certification

120-Hour TEFL Certificate (Distinction)

Teacher Record

August 2024

Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate

November 2024

Certificate in Dynamics of Business

February 2025

Technical Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Google Workspace
  • Google Classroom
  • Google Sheets
  • Google Docs
  • Canva
  • Basic Tableau
  • Data Analysis

INTERESTS

Japanese Culture

Language Learning

Education

Reading

Community Service

Travel

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Dean of Studies

Zion International High School
2023.09 - Current

English Language Teacher

Zion International High School
2020.02 - Current

Upper Primary Teacher

Zion International High School
2016.09 - 2019.07

Teacher Assistant (Nursery Section)

Zion International High School
2013.09 - 2015.07

Doctor of Optometry - Optometry

Madonna University
Beulah Joshua