BOLARINWA BAMIJI GIWA
Abuja,Niger State
Summary
Dedicated Early Childhood educator with two years of experience in teaching, blending vast knowledge of counselling psychology and child development into the classroom environment. Using various counselling techniques such as modelling, shaping, positive reinforcement and redirection to aid good classroom behavior, and to better understand and identify students with learning disabilities. Strongly believe in empathy and validation in interaction with learners, and active listening as a means to better understand learners and their academic needs. Proficient in integrating technology into educational settings, proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Skilled in event coordination such as; Field trips, open days, quiz day, spelling bees and so on. CPR certified and trained as a first aider, ensuring child safety awareness is prioritized. Committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes early childhood development and student well-being. Open to professional growth and the adoption of new pedagogical approach in the course of teaching.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4031
4031
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Primary assistant teacher
Covenant Foundation School, Gudu Abuja.
Gudu, Abuja
2024.09 - 2026.02
- Writing out lesson notes to students on the board.
- Assisting students with instructional task given by the teacher, by engaging in a one on one learning activities such as; tracings of alphabets and numbers, identification of objects, and classwork with children learning to write.
- Oversee the day-to-day classroom activities, and giving out assignments to students.
- Marking assignments and continuous assessments, assisting with corrections of assignments.
- Assisting children with special learning needs ,such as attention deficit disorder and slow cognition learners by engaging them in a one on one session, to better aid learning.
- Engaging in fun learning activities and events, such as; Read aloud day, presentation activities for children's day events, aiding with arts and craft projects and so on.
- Facilitated a positive learning environment for children through the implementation of creative teaching methods.
- Ensured student safety during school hours by supervising playground activities.
- Assisted in the development of educational programmes by working closely with lead teachers.
- Helped maintain cleanliness and orderliness in classrooms promoting an organized learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively with about 25 learners, while ensuring safety.
Teaching Assistant/Trainee Counsellor (practicum)
Ajibode Grammar School, Ibadan.
Ibadan, Oyo State
2014.09 - 2015.01
- Prepared comprehensive lesson notes for effective instruction.
- Delivered engaging lessons and evaluated student performance.
- Marked and graded examination and test scripts.
- Organized field trips, career days, and excursions to enhance student learning experiences, educating them on different topics such as; sex education, bullying, and other counselling needs for the purpose of practicum evaluation.
- Counselled students with learning disabilities, improving their academic performance and confidence.
- Offered one-on-one guidance to struggling students for improved academic performance.
- Led small group sessions for enhanced focus on challenging topics.
Teacher Assistant/Trainee counsellor (intern)
Abadina Grammar School
Ibadan, Oyo state
2013.01 - 2013.03
- Prepared lesson notes for effective teaching.
- Identify students with learning difficulties using graded marks, and rendering counselling sessions to such students in order to improve grades.
- Organizing group counselling sessions to student to create awareness about various learning needs and how to overcome them.
- Enhanced student engagement by facilitating interactive learning activities.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively, fostering a conducive learning atmosphere.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Guidance and Counselling
University of Ibadan
Nigeria 2011.01 - 2017.02
Computer Proficiency Certification - Microsoft word ,Excel, And Power point.
University of Ibadan
NigeriaNational Examination Council Certificate -
Eleyele High School
IbadanSkills
- Guidance Counsellor
- Childhood development and mentoring
- Classroom management
- Event Coordination
- Classroom integrated technology; Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Positive reinforcement methods
- Strong Communication Skills
- Student counselling
- CPR certified
- First aider trained
- Time Management
- Curriculum implementation
- Team collaboration
- Early childhood development knowledge
- Child safety awareness
Certification
- Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (Teaching certification and License) 2025
- HSE (Health, Safety and Environment ( First Aid and CPR certificate) 2026
- International Educated Teachers Certificate Canada (In view)
LANGUAGES
English
Advanced
French
Beginner
Affiliations
- Reading
- travelling
- learning new things
REFERENCES
Available upon request
INTERESTS
Counselling Psychology
Fashion Design and Sewing
Traveling and Exploring Cultures
Social Media Content Creation
Timeline
Primary assistant teacher
Covenant Foundation School, Gudu Abuja.
2024.09 - 2026.02
Teaching Assistant/Trainee Counsellor (practicum)
Ajibode Grammar School, Ibadan.
2014.09 - 2015.01
Teacher Assistant/Trainee counsellor (intern)
Abadina Grammar School
2013.01 - 2013.03
Bachelor of Education - Guidance and Counselling
University of Ibadan
2011.01 - 2017.02
Computer Proficiency Certification - Microsoft word ,Excel, And Power point.
University of Ibadan
National Examination Council Certificate -
Eleyele High School