Frances Onyinyechi Ogobi
Lagos,Lagos
Summary
Dedicated educator with extensive expertise in German language instruction, leveraging interactive learning techniques and pedagogical content knowledge to enhance student engagement and motivation. Proficient in curriculum standards knowledge and classroom technology utilisation, ensuring effective lesson planning and classroom management. Committed to fostering a supportive learning environment through instructive feedback provision, conflict resolution, and resourceful teaching strategies. Career goals include advancing distance learning expertise and integrating innovative educational software to optimise student performance tracking.
Instils confidence in students with encouragement and facilitates learning-focused lessons. Focused on delivering interesting lessons for maximum engagement and retention.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work history
German Tutor A1 - B2 Language Levels
Goethe Institut, Nigeria
Lagos, Lagos
01.2015 - Current
- Emphasised phonetics and diction, achieved clearer speech patterns in students.
- Assisted in strengthening speaking, reading, writing and listening abilities in German.
- Taught students important points to prepare for Goethe Zertifikat examinations A1 - B2 Levels.
- Maintained progress records for monitoring student improvement over time.
- Immersed learners in authentic scenarios using role-play techniques, fostered real-life conversation skills.
- Organised group activities for effective peer learning experiences.
- Utilised innovative teaching methods, improved students' comprehension.
- Encouraged conversational practice to enhance spoken fluency.
- Increased student engagement by creating interactive language exercises.
- Prepared lesson plans to meet individual learning needs.
- Focused on grammar rules, improved written communication skills.
- Adapted lessons according to learner pace and style, resulted in steady growth.
- Boosted confidence in language use with constant practice sessions.
- Assisted in homework completion, increased school performance levels.
- Planned lessons to target subject weaknesses and build skills within strengths.
- Set clear targets and delivered feedback to achieve student goals.
- Tracked student progress through regular assessments, promptly addressing knowledge and skills gaps.
- Advised, criticised and encouraged students to develop abilities.
- Designed learning plans tailored to individual needs.
- Tracked student attendance and performance, intervening early in concerning issues.
- Assigned homework assignments and special projects for students to demonstrate knowledge of subject material.
- Updated records and progress reporting to enhance accountability.
- Maximised student retention by providing stimulating learning experiences tailored to individual needs.
Goethe Institut Certified Examiner A1 - C1 Levels
Goethe Institut Nigeria
Lagos, Lagos
01.2015 - Current
- Executed precise grading procedures, maintaining accuracy in results.
- Kept meticulous records of candidate scores, ensuring transparency in grading process.
- Upheld academic integrity by adhering strictly to examination regulations and guidelines.
- Coordinated with teaching staff to develop fair and effective examination strategies.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of all examination materials, upholding integrity of process.
- Facilitated smooth running of exams, reducing stress amongst candidates.
- Conducted Goethe Zertifikat A1 - C1 examinations, ensuring consistent adherence to established standards.
- Streamlined the examination process by implementing efficient systems and procedures.
- Prepared students for upcoming assessments via constructive pre-exam discussions.
- Achieved accurate grade allocation for each candidate's work using a thorough marking scheme.
- Participated in training sessions to stay up-to-date with latest assessment approaches.
- Contributed to curriculum development through input based on exam performances.
- Marked candidates' responses following pre-defined mark scheme, maintaining accuracy and consistency.
- Met deadlines consistently to support examination marking process efficiency.
- Adhered to marking milestones, meeting deadlines and contributing to smooth flow of examination process.
- Executed administrative tasks in line with examination procedures.
- Managed designated allocation of scripts for timely and accurate marking.
- Taught students important points to prepare for examinations and assessments.
- Provided in-depth feedback and constructive criticism on students' work.
- Promoted perseverance and determination as key components of student success.
- Updated course materials, content and delivery.
- Assigned homework assignments and special projects for students to demonstrate knowledge of subject material.
- Used established standards and teaching expertise to plan learning programmes.
Social welfare Coordinator
Glory International Nur & Primary School
Ibadan, Oyo State
11.2010 - 10.2011
- Coordinated staff training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge base.
- Conducted research to support decision-making processes.
- Maintained all project documentation, guaranteeing accuracy and accessibility.
- Improved workflow efficiency by developing process improvements.
- Troubleshot potential problems before escalation, preventing major disruptions.
- Answered phone calls and responded to emails from clients.
- Scheduled meetings to discuss progress of projects and tasks.
German Tutor & Librarian ( NYSC)
Library of Language in Education and Society LLES
University of Maiduguri, Maiduguri, Borno State
09.2006 - 09.2007
- Incorporated cultural elements into lessons for a well-rounded understanding of the language.
- Designed engaging homework assignments, reinforcing classroom instruction.
- Utilised multimedia tools in teaching to enrich learning experience.
- Tailored course material according to varying levels of fluency among students.
- Created comprehensive lesson plans targeting all aspects, listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
- Encouraged active participation by creating an enthusiastic atmosphere in class.
- Enhanced students' understanding of German grammar by developing and implementing creative lesson plans.
- Assisted in strengthening speaking, reading, and writing and listening abilities in German.
- Updated course materials, content and delivery.
- Cataloging, organizing, and maintaining physical books, journals and digital databases, e-books collections.
- Helping clients find and evaluate information for personal and academic needs, guiding them through databases and archives.
- NYSC Social and Welfare Community Development Service Maiduguri MMC, Borno State.
Education
DLL 6 - DLL 6 Curriculare Vorgaben und Unterrichtsplanung
Goethe Institut
Yaounde, Cameroun 09.2021 - 12.2021
DLL 5 - DLL 5 Lehr- und Lernmedien
Goethe Institut
Yaounde, Cameroun 09.2024 - 12.2024
DLL 4 - DLL 4 Aufgaben, Übungen, Interaktion
Goethe Institut
Yaounde, Cameroun 03.2021 - 06.2021
DLL 3 - DLL 3 Deutsch als fremde Sprache
Goethe Institut
Yaounde, Cameroun 02.2024 - 05.2024
DLL 2 - DLL 2 Wie lernt man die Fremdsprache Deutsch?
Goethe Institut
Yaounde, Cameroun 02.2024 - 02.2024
DLL 1 - DLL 1 Lehrkompetenz und Unterrichtsgestaltung
Goethe Institut
Yaounde, Cameroun 03.2020 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - German
University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Nigeria 01.2001 - 02.2006
West African Senior Certificate School Examination - SSCE
St Teresa`s College, Oke-ado
Ibadan, Oyo State 09.1991 - 06.1997
Skills
- German vocabulary knowledge
- Interactive learning techniques
- German grammar expertise
- Student assessment understanding
- Research and resource utilisation
- Instructive feedback provision
- Experience with grading systems
- Linguistic theory awareness
- Nonverbal communication
- Exam preparation guidance
- Vocabulary enrichment methods
- Language proficiency
- Pedagogical content knowledge
- Time-Management organisation
- Understanding of german syntax
- Proficiency in german pronunciation
- Teaching styles adaptability
- German language proficiency
- Distance learning expertise
- Learning strategies development
- Motivational teaching style
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Patience and empathy
- Effective time management
- Performance tracking
- Oral communication
- Collaborative learning
- Effective listening
- Student motivation
- Communication proficiency
- Blended learning approaches
- Curriculum standards knowledge
- Classroom technology utilisation
- Online education platforms
- Professional ethics
- Time efficiency
- Professional certification requirement knowledge
- Educational software proficiency
- Conflict Resolution
- Resourcefulness
Languages
German
Advanced (C1)
Affiliations
- Reading novels, travelling and learning new peoples and cultures, cooking, singing.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
DLL 5 - DLL 5 Lehr- und Lernmedien
Goethe Institut
09.2024 - 12.2024
DLL 3 - DLL 3 Deutsch als fremde Sprache
Goethe Institut
02.2024 - 05.2024
DLL 2 - DLL 2 Wie lernt man die Fremdsprache Deutsch?
Goethe Institut
02.2024 - 02.2024
DLL 6 - DLL 6 Curriculare Vorgaben und Unterrichtsplanung
Goethe Institut
09.2021 - 12.2021
DLL 4 - DLL 4 Aufgaben, Übungen, Interaktion
Goethe Institut
03.2021 - 06.2021
DLL 1 - DLL 1 Lehrkompetenz und Unterrichtsgestaltung
Goethe Institut
03.2020 - 05.2020
German Tutor A1 - B2 Language Levels
Goethe Institut, Nigeria
01.2015 - Current
Goethe Institut Certified Examiner A1 - C1 Levels
Goethe Institut Nigeria
01.2015 - Current
Social welfare Coordinator
Glory International Nur & Primary School
11.2010 - 10.2011
German Tutor & Librarian ( NYSC)
Library of Language in Education and Society LLES
09.2006 - 09.2007
Bachelor of Arts - German
University of Ibadan
01.2001 - 02.2006
West African Senior Certificate School Examination - SSCE
St Teresa`s College, Oke-ado
09.1991 - 06.1997