SAMUEL ALUKO
Day Waterman College, Abeokuta. Ogun State
Kobape, Abeokuta-Sagamu,Ogun State
1
Language
1
Certification
17
years of post-secondary education
17
years of professional experience
A highly talented, energetic, and enthusiastic French Language Teacher with proven expertise and experience in facilitating the learning of children of ages 03 to 18 (Key Stages 1, 2, 3 and 4, Advanced Level French) by using a variety of methods designed to sustain students’ interest. I believe that education is equipping students with skills which will enable them to live successfully in contemporary times by developing in them noble character through proper mentorship.
Skilled Teacher with background in improving student performance. Focused on working with students, parents, colleagues and administrators alike to teach and motivate students.
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Work history
Teacher of French, Form Tutor KS3/4 2024/25
2 Years 8 Months- Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- French Kahoot Club and French Day organization.
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
- DELF French Certification preparation of students
- Languageut Annual Global Competition(1ST and 2nd Position of the school)
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
- Ensure that students’ with learning difficulties are provided with necessary assistance.
- Engaged students through creative materials, in-class demonstrations, and other means to increase retention and understanding.
- Undertake spelling test and vocabulary.
- Teaching allocated students by planning their teaching to achieve progression of learning through:
- Identifying clear learning objectives and specifying how they will be taught and assessed;
- Setting tasks which challenge students and ensure high levels of interest;
- Setting appropriate and demanding expectations;
- Setting clear targets, building on prior attainment
- Identifying SEN or very able students;
- Providing clear structures for lessons maintaining pace, motivation and challenge.
- Making effective use of assessment and ensure coverage of programmes of study;
- Ensuring effective learning and best use of available time;
- Maintaining discipline in accordance with the school's procedures and
- Encouraging good practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour and good standards of work and homework;
- Using a variety of teaching methods to:
- Vii. Match approach to content, structure information, present a set of key ideas and use appropriate vocabulary
- Viii. Use effective questioning, listen carefully to students, give attention to errors and misconceptions
- Ix. Select appropriate learning resources and develop study skills through library, ICT and other sources;
- Ensuring students acquire and consolidate skills, understanding and knowledge appropriate to the subject taught.
- Evaluating own teaching critically to improve effectiveness.
- Ensuring the effective and efficient deployment of classroom support taking account of students' needs by providing structured learning opportunities which develop the areas of learning identified.
- Encouraging students to think and talk about their learning, develop self-control and independence, concentrate and persevere, and listen attentively.
- Use a variety of teaching strategies which involve planned adult intervention, firsthand experience and play and talk as a vehicle for learning.
- Monitoring, Assessment, Recording, Reporting
- Assessing how well learning objectives have been achieved and using them to improve specific aspects of teaching through Satchel One.
- Marking and monitoring students' work and setting targets for progress in line with HPL Strategy.
- Assessing and recording students' progress systematically and keeping records to date.
- Checking work is understood and completed, monitoring strengths and weaknesses, informing planning, and recognising the level at which the student is achieving.
- Undertaking assessment of students as requested by Departmental and School procedures.
- Key responsibilities undertaken include:
- Form Tutor KS3 2025/26
- Developed engaging lesson plans by applying knowledge of educational theories and methods.
- Prepared stimulating classroom displays, encouraged student creativity and interest in subject matter.
- Adjusted teaching methods according to individual students' needs, ensuring an inclusive learning environment.
- Adjusted teaching methods according to individual students' needs, ensuring an inclusive learning environment.
- Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Worked closely with colleagues to implement cross-curricular projects that engaged students in comprehensive learning experiences.
- Boosted students' reading comprehension with creative teaching strategies.
- Organised school events such as sports day or concerts showcasing student talents beyond academics.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their children's performance and behaviour at school.
- Fostered a positive learning environment for student engagement through effective classroom management.
- Adhered strictly to syllabus guidelines whilst teaching various subjects across different grade levels.
Form Tutor for Year 3 and Teacher of French
1 Year 5 Months- Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
- Achievement of 100% PASS in French International Exam (DELF) Certification (DELF Prim A1.1 and A1)
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests. (Differentiation)
- French Club and French Day organization.
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
- Teacher in charge of Students Council.
- Ensure that students’ with learning difficulties are provided with necessary assistance.
- Wrote lesson plans for assignments, classwork, examinations, and oral dictations to increase student understanding of French language, history, and culture.
- Engaged students through creative materials, in-class demonstrations, and other means to increase retention and understanding.
- Maintained continuing credit requirements through online language conferences.
- Daily attendance and signing of home work diary.
- Daily drill on mental maths.
- Undertake spelling test and vocabulary.
- Teaching allocated students by planning their teaching to achieve progression of learning through:
- Identifying clear learning objectives and specifying how they will be taught and assessed;
- Setting tasks which challenge students and ensure high levels of interest;
- Setting appropriate and demanding expectations;
- Setting clear targets, building on prior attainment
- Identifying SEN or very able students;
- Providing clear structures for lessons maintaining pace, motivation and challenge;
- Making effective use of assessment and ensure coverage of programmes of study;
- Ensuring effective learning and best use of available time;
- Maintaining discipline in accordance with the school's procedures and
- Encouraging good practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour and good standards of work and homework;
- Using a variety of teaching methods to:
- Iv. Match approach to content, structure information, present a set of key ideas and use appropriate vocabulary
- V. Use effective questioning, listen carefully to students, give attention to errors and misconceptions
- Vi. Select appropriate learning resources and develop study skills through library, ICT and other sources;
- Ensuring students acquire and consolidate skills, understanding and knowledge appropriate to the subject taught;
- Evaluating own teaching critically to improve effectiveness;
- Ensuring the effective and efficient deployment of classroom support taking account of students' needs by providing structured learning opportunities which develop the areas of learning identified.
- Encouraging students to think and talk about their learning, develop self-control and independence, concentrate and persevere, and listen attentively;
- Use a variety of teaching strategies which involve planned adult intervention, firsthand experience and play and talk as a vehicle for learning.
- Monitoring, Assessment, Recording, Reporting
- Assessing how well learning objectives have been achieved and use them to improve specific aspects of teaching through Satchel One.
- Marking and monitoring students' work and set targets for progress in line with HPL Strategy.
- Assessing and recording students' progress systematically and keeping records to date.
- Checking work is understood and completed, monitor strengths and weaknesses, inform planning and recognise the level at which the student is achieving;
- Undertaking assessment of students as requested by Departmental and School procedures;
- Key responsibilities undertaken include:
- Areas of Responsibility and Key Tasks Planning, Teaching and Class Management
Teacher of French
7 Years 11 Months- Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
- Planning and delivering French classes to IGCSE level.
- Achievement of French International Exam (DELF) Certification (Grades 5-11 students).
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- French Club and French Day organization with excursions to Badagry.
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
- Ensure that students’ with learning difficulties are provided with necessary assistance.
- Wrote lesson plans for assignments, classwork, examinations, and oral dictations to increase student understanding of French language, history, and culture.
- Engaged students through creative materials, in-class demonstrations, and other means to increase retention and understanding.
- Maintained continuing credit requirements through online language conferences.
- Teaching allocated students by planning their teaching to achieve progression of learning through:
- Identifying clear learning objectives and specifying how they will be taught and assessed;
- Setting tasks which challenge students and ensure high levels of interest;
- Setting appropriate and demanding expectations;
- Setting clear targets, building on prior attainment
- Identifying SEN or very able students;
- Providing clear structures for lessons maintaining pace, motivation and challenge;
- Making effective use of assessment and ensure coverage of programmes of study;
- Ensuring effective learning and best use of available time;
- Maintaining discipline in accordance with the school's procedures and
- Encouraging good practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour and good standards of work and homework;
- Using a variety of teaching methods to:
- I. Match approach to content, structure information, present a set of key ideas and use appropriate vocabulary
- Ii. Use effective questioning, listen carefully to students, give attention to errors and misconceptions
- Iii. Select appropriate learning resources and develop study skills through library, ICT and other sources;
- Ensuring students acquire and consolidate skills, understanding and knowledge appropriate to the subject taught;
- Evaluating own teaching critically to improve effectiveness;
- Ensuring the effective and efficient deployment of classroom support taking account of students' needs by providing structured learning opportunities which develop the areas of learning identified.
- Encouraging students to think and talk about their learning, develop self-control and independence, concentrate and persevere, and listen attentively;
- Use a variety of teaching strategies which involve planned adult intervention, firsthand experience and play and talk as a vehicle for learning.
- Monitoring, Assessment, Recording, Reporting
- Assessing how well learning objectives have been achieved and use them to improve specific aspects of teaching;
- Marking and monitoring students' work and set targets for progress in line with AFL Strategy.
- Assessing and recording students' progress systematically and keep records to date.
- Checking work is understood and completed, monitor strengths and weaknesses, inform planning and recognise the level at which the student is achieving;
- Undertaking assessment of students as requested by Departmental and School procedures;
- Prepare and present informative reports to parents.
- Achievements on IGCSE students’ results
- Improve on the success rates of students in IGCSE French Examination.
- May/June 2011 Grade C-A
- 85% Greensprings School, Lagos.
- May/June 2012 Grade C-A
- 72% Greensprings School, Lagos.
- May/June 2013 Grade C-A
- 84% Greensprings School, Lagos.
- May/June 2014 Grade B-A
- 100% Greensprings School, Lagos.
- May/June 2015 Grade C-A
- 84% Lekki British School.
- May/June 2016 Grade C-A
- 93% Lekki British School.
- May/June 2017 Grade C-A
- 100% Lekki British School.
- May/June 2018 Grade C-A
- 100% Lekki British School.
- May/June 2019 Grade C-A
- 100% Lekki British School.
- May/June 2021 Grade C-A
- 100% Lekki British School.
- May/June 2026 Grade 7-9 100% Day Waterman College.
- Key responsibilities undertaken include:
- Areas of Responsibility and Key Tasks Planning, Teaching and Class Management
Teacher of French/Head of French Secondary School
4 Years 5 Months- Planning and delivering French classes to IGCSE level.
- Establish and enforce rules for behaviour and procedures for maintaining order amongst the students.
- Observe and evaluate students' performance, behaviour, social development, and physical health.
- Establishment of French Club and French Day.
- Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
- Facilitator on Differentiation in schools like St. Saviours, Ikoyi and Atlantic Hall, Epe.
- Establish departmental handbook for French department and across other departments.
- French trips to French speaking countries like Republic of Benin,Togo.
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Oversee department of four French teachers.
- Serve on school departmental task force for student development and enrichment.
- Organize and coordinate travel arrangements for student group of 20-30 for annual educational and experiential learning trip to Paris and other nearby regions.
- Maintain full load of French language classes with a concentration of honours and advanced instruction.
- Develop syllabus in accordance to curriculum standards as determined by Cambridge International Examination Standards.
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
- Ensure that students’ with learning difficulties are provided with necessary assistance such as booster lessons after school, one on one early morning teaser class.
- Instructed students in French grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation drills.
- Created and administered examinations, assignments, and projects according to curriculum assessment standards.
- Improved academic performance of students by 100 percent through interactive dialogue plans.
- Provided after-hours tutoring for students to increase proficiency in spoken and written French.
- Scheduled in-house field trips to focus on cultural aspects of language study.
- Worked with school officials on disciplinary measures to eliminate poor attendance and behavioral issues.
- Key responsibilities undertaken include:
- Utilised ICT tools enhanced interactive learning experience in classrooms.
- Prepared stimulating classroom displays, encouraged student creativity and interest in subject matter.
- Developed engaging lesson plans by applying knowledge of educational theories and methods.
- Coordinated school trips, broadening the pupils' cultural exposure and understanding.
- Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student engagement.
- Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Created inclusive classroom setting to ensure all students felt accepted and valued.
- Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
Skills
Excellent communication skills and ability to maintain a good rapport with the students.
Good knowledge of the subject and ability to convey it effectively to the students.
Ability to teach students as per the curriculum and also in accordance with the assigned tasks.
Ability to evaluate students and have all the competencies required for the job.
Ability to teach students with illustrations and make French interesting and easy to learn.
Continuous research and development of the use of a variety of new/different/innovative teaching resources.
Grammar explanation
Oral communication enhancement
Reading comprehension techniques
Resourceful lesson material sourcing
Homework assignment design
Pronunciation expertise
Language assessment tools usage
Multilingual proficiency
Knowledge of french literature
Use of teaching aids
Fluent in french language
French proficiency
Grammar knowledge
Education
Personal Information
- Title: B.A(1st Class) Hons French, PGDE, QTS(England), MCCT (UK), TRCN
- Date of birth: 04/June/1980
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Nigerian
- Marital status: Married with 2 children
Certification
MCCT- UK 2026, QTS 2026, T.R.C.N 2024, P.G.D.E 2013 Distinction, NYSC Certificate 2010, Bachelor of Arts in French 2008 First Class Honours, Diploma in French 2003, OND Banking and Finance 2002
Languages
Fluent in French and English Language.
Fluent
References:
Day Waterman College, Asu Ogun State., Banana Island School, Ikoyi. Lagos State., Lekki British School, Admiralty, Lekki Phase 1., My Philosophy of Education., I believe every child can learn and achieve their potential, if given the right environment and learning is made meaningful to children. Learning that answers the question “how does this help me in real life”? Enquiry based learning., I believe in fairness, respect and equality for all. Equality meaning all children will be given equal opportunity to succeed irrespective of their needs. Teaching and learning that incorporates the multiple intelligences, learning styles of each and every student, and creates a variety of opportunity for everyone to learn and make significant progress in academic and behaviour., I believe that as an educator, I have to cultivate young minds in a way that makes it possible for them to have self-efficacy and healthy self-esteem to succeed in life and become productive members of society., I believe in an inclusive learning environment, where all children learn through guided, group and independent practice. And by this they recognise and appreciate the effort of a team and unique ability of each individual., I acknowledge parents as lifelong partners in children’s education and as such I engage them in the academic, behavioural and social growth of their children., I believe in a collaborative learning and work environment, where the vision of an institution is the focus of every individual and harmony of all., I believe I can and I am making a difference to the society by equipping future leaders with a society responsive education.
Hobbies and Interests
I like to be involved in foreign exchange student program and host a French-speaking teenager. I am also passionate about gourmet cooking and am a member of a supper club. I love writing-I have written two books in French that’s why I am a member of French Teachers Association of Nigeria and University French Lecturers Association in Nigeria.
Professional Courses
- Cambridge International and Educational Conference
- Leadership and Teachers’ Training Conference
- University of Cambridge. UK July 2013
- Leading Learning from the Middle
- An Accredited UK Masters Degree Programme
- Atlantic Hall, Lagos. August 2013
- IGCSE Foreign Language French. School based Assessment.
- CIE. December 2013.
- Educational Workshop on Cooperative Learning.
- Greensprings School Anthony, Lagos. 2012
- Differentiation in practice and for catch-up, Optimus Education 2021
- 30 pedagogical techniques to support pupils progress and Academic Achievement, The National College, 2021
- Engaging with learning technologies: game-based learning. British Council 2024
- Understanding 21st Century skills. British Council 2024.
- Understanding and anticipating classroom management. British Council 2024.
- Understanding Feedback. British Council 2024.
- Child protection for International Schools. TES 2024
- Children’s Mental Well-being for International Schools. TES 2024
- Child Neglect for International Schools. TES 2024
- Engaging with thinking skills in the classroom British Council 2025.
- Understanding differentiation. British Council 2025
- Inclusive Classroom, British Council 2026
- Integrating Digital Technologies, British Council 2026
- Webinar on Emotional Intelligence, IBEN-2026
Personal Data
- Name: Samuel Damilola Aluko
- Date of Birth: 04/June/1980
- Email: saluko775@gmail.com
- Contact Address: 4 Igbayi quarters, Kobape, Abeokuta-Sagamu. Ogun State.
- Telephone number: 0803-073-1788
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married with 2 children
- Nationality: Nigerian
- State of Origin: Ekiti
- Local Government: Oye Local Government Area
Affiliations
- Travelling and writing
Timeline
Teacher of French, Form Tutor KS3/4 2024/25
Day Waterman College, Abeokuta. Ogun State
2024.01 - 2026.09Read More
Form Tutor for Year 3 and Teacher of French
Banana Island International School, Banana Island, Ikoyi
2022.08 - 2024.01Read More
Teacher of French
Lekki British School, Lekki Phase 1
2014.08 - 2022.07Read More
Teacher of French/Head of French Secondary School
Greensprings School, Anthony Lagos
2010.01 - 2014.06Read More
University of Lagos
2005.01 - 2008.01Read More
Nigeria French Language Village
2002.01 - 2003.01Read More
Lagos State Polytechnic
1999.01 - 2002.01Read More
Ibadan Grammar School
1992.01 - 1998.01Read More
Children’s Home School
1988.01 - 1992.01Read More
National Teachers’ Institute, Kaduna
2013.01Read More
Qualified Teacher Status, England
2026.01Read More