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Richard Akano
High School Teacher
Maitama, Abuja FCT
Summary
Resourceful Chemistry Teacher offering 3 years of experience bringing chemistry coursework to life through practical explanations and tangible lab exercises. Expert in teaching students to develop science-based conclusions through scientific method. Focused on influencing students' individual academic growth while learning to work as team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
3
3
Certificates
Work History
Tutorial Teacher
Tip Top
Maitama
10.2020 - Current
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Created tailored lesson plans and study guides to teach and assist students in area of study.
- Collaborated with parents to develop appropriate tutoring lessons.
- Taught students remotely using online video chat platform and other delivery channels.
- Stressed importance of good study habits by encouraging students to create personalized study plans.
- Leveraged technology and visual aids to engage students and enhance learning.
- Responded to email and telephone requests to provide students with specific information.
- Improved test scores by focusing on reading comprehension, math and critical thinking skills through one-on-one tutoring sessions.
- Helped students prepare for tests and exams by providing guidance, motivation and encouragement.
- Enabled underachieving students to reach target attainment levels by providing individualized coaching and activities.
Chemistry Teacher
GSSS Pyakasa-Maitama
Maitama
02.2019 - Current
- Engaged o students and promoted intellectual curiosity through hands-on experiments, PowerPoint presentations and mnemonics to provide positive attitude towards scientific processes.
- Instructed students in lab by teaching safety protocols for proper use of chemicals and safe disposal of hazardous materials.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Managed laboratory and stockroom by pricing and ordering chemical supplies and equipment.
- Verified correctly positioned and working eyewash stations, safety showers, fire extinguishers and fire blankets for potential laboratory accidents.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Inspected lab equipment before student use to reduce chances of potential hazards.
- Improved teaching effectiveness through professional growth by attending STEM workshop.
- Constructed and administered tests and exams to measure student learning.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) - Education
FCT College of Education
Zuba, FCT, Abuja 11.2019 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Ilorin
Ilorin, Kwara State 09.2014 - 10.2018
Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) -
Niger Secondary School
Gauraka, Niger State 09.2001 - 07.2007
First School Leaving Certificate -
National Primary School
Gbagada, Bariga, Lagos 09.1996 - 07.2000
Skills
Deductive Reasoning
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Timeline
Tutorial Teacher
Tip Top
10.2020 - Current
Post Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) - Education
FCT College of Education
11.2019 - 09.2020
Chemistry Teacher
GSSS Pyakasa-Maitama
02.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Ilorin
09.2014 - 10.2018
Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) -
Niger Secondary School
09.2001 - 07.2007
First School Leaving Certificate -
National Primary School
09.1996 - 07.2000
Certification
Health Safety & Environment Level 1,2,&3, Novelle Centre - April 2019
Interests
Reading, Games, Movies
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