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Francis Obeten
Graduate assistant
Calabar,Cross River
Summary
Enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant with talent for creating engaging lesson plans and fostering supportive learning environment. Successfully improved student participation and academic performance through tailored instruction and effective classroom management. Known for building positive relationships with students and staff, contributing to collaborative and productive educational atmosphere.
Hardworking and proactive individual, dedicated to providing exceptional learning experiences for students. Experienced in performing class administrative activities accurately and preparing engaging learning materials and lesson plans. Friendly and open communicator with excellent time management skills.
Resourceful employee with outstanding knowledge to develop and maintain healthy customer pipeline. Consistently works to attract new business opportunities. Talent in administrative oversight, recruitment processes and customer service improvements.
Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.
Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Overview
15
years of professional experience
Work History
University of Calabar Calabar , Nigeria
Graduate teaching assistant
05.2021 - 12.2023
Job overview
- Marked assignments promptly providing timely feedback to students.
- Implemented engaging activities during lessons enhancing concentration levels among pupils.
- Conducted thorough assessments of pupil progress throughout the academic year.
- Offered one-on-one tutoring sessions for enhanced understanding of complex subjects.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively with clear and consistent rules.
- Assisted students in preparing coursework projects improving their research skills.
- Shadowed experienced teachers gaining valuable insights into effective teaching practices.
- Ensured classrooms were kept neat and tidy promoting a healthy learning environment.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities to provide comprehensive educational experience for pupils.
- Tutored students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts from core subjects.
- Supervised students in wider school environments, offering reliable dining room, library and playground support.
- Prevented student misbehaviour through constant classroom monitoring and prompt interventions.
- Helped teachers with lesson plan development, class preparation and student mentoring.
- Helped students explore concepts through challenging assignments and stimulating class discussions.
- Administered examinations, assessed results and issued fair grades.
- Presented at industry-leading conferences and seminars to share research.
- Supervised work undertaken on key projects related to students' advanced degrees.
- Tutored students struggling with material, improving understanding and academic performance.
Tapa community high school Calabar, Cross River
Secondary school business studies teacher
11.2019 - 11.2020
Job overview
- Maintained high standards of discipline and behaviour within the classroom setting.
- Led after-school revision sessions to offer additional academic support as needed.
- Conducted parent-teacher meetings updating parents on their child's progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Encouraged active participation from students during class discussions on economic trends and business strategies.
- Enhanced student understanding of business principles by preparing engaging lesson plans.
- Prepared students thoroughly for GCSE examinations, resulting in improved grades overall.
- Employed innovative teaching methodologies, enhancing classroom dynamics and student interest levels.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques, meeting individual student needs effectively.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop new schemes of work in line with curriculum requirements.
- Organised field trips to local businesses, giving students practical insights into operations and management.
- Fostered a positive learning environment for effective student engagement.
- Delivered informative progress reports aiding student development.
- Implemented behaviour management strategies for optimised learning environment.
- Reported on students' progress and attitude to learning at parent-teacher meetings.
- Minimised low level disruption by enforcing classroom policies.
- Prepared lesson content and delivery in line with curriculum guidelines.
- Set academic targets for students, communicating constructive feedback to address obstacles to learning.
Honda manufacturing company of Nigeria Sango ota, Nigeria
Factory line worker
07.2011 - 07.2014
Job overview
- Reported any safety concerns promptly, maintaining a safe working environment for all workers.
- Exhibited proficiency in using hand tools to assemble parts efficiently.
- Trained new team members, improving overall productivity of the line.
- Collaborated effectively with other departments towards achieving organisational goals.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on machinery, minimising downtime due to technical issues.
- Achieved consistency in product quality by adhering strictly to set manufacturing guidelines.
- Ensured clean work environment by performing regular cleaning duties at end of shift.
- Used heavy machinery to move large product components, reducing manual labour time.
- Worked overtime during peak periods to meet increased demand without compromising on quality or efficiency.
- Maintained high safety standards by regularly checking machinery before shifts.
- Performed cleaning activities across site to maintain safety and compliance.
- Maintained clean workstation to comply with safety guidelines and protocols.
- Monitored production equipment, notifying maintenance team of faults or inefficiencies.
- Palletised completed products and staged items in assigned areas to support timely shipping.
- Covered shift breaks and other production areas to minimise disruptions.
- Collaborated effectively with production teams to maintain excellent productivity and performance standards.
- Quality checked components to ensure smooth, compliant manufacturing and assembly processes.
- Used power tools to cut, shape and connect frames.
- Identified materials on-site to avoid mixing up components.
- Checked raw materials for conformance with specifications and quality issues.
- Performed quality checks on finish products to verify compliance specifications and assign appropriate quality grades.
Emerald hotel ltdLagos, Nigeria
Housekeeping manager
01.2009 - 01.2010
Job overview
- Hired, trained and evaluated performance of [Number] housekeeping staff for [Number] years.
- Encouraged proactive problem-solving skills within team resulting in quicker resolution times.
- Recruited, trained and managed housekeeping staff for improved work efficiency.
- Conducted regular health and safety inspections for adherence to regulations.
- Streamlined inventory management to avoid shortages of essential supplies.
- Coordinated maintenance tasks, leading to reduced downtime of facilities.
- Ensured cleanliness of hotel rooms by implementing strict daily cleaning routines.
- Advised management on budgeting needs for housekeeping department, enabling accurate financial forecasting.
- Communicated repair needs to maintenance staff for prompt remedial action.
- Responded quickly to customer requests for linen, towel and toiletry replacements.
- Managed team schedule to deliver cleaning consistent with check-in and departure times.
- Evaluated employee performance and developed improvement plans, maximising team efficiency.
- Coached housekeeping staff to effectively plan and deliver on targets.
- Managed cleaning product stock in line with COSHH regulations.
- Actioned customer feedback to improve satisfaction ratings.
- Scheduled staff timetables to meet business demand.
- Cleaned bathrooms and kitchens thoroughly for exceptional hygiene standards.
- Mopped and swept hard flooring to maintain cleanliness.
- Trained staff in proper cleaning, sanitisation and infection control.
- Escalated issues and complaints for prompt management resolution.
- Briefed staff on daily cleaning requirements and delegated tasks to suitable candidates.
- Stored and disposed of cleaning products and chemicals safely.
- Budgeted for cleaning staff and resource requirements.
- Supplied minibars with beverage and snack replenishments.
- Liaised with management to establish and complete priority cleaning jobs.
Education
University of Calabar Calabar
Bachelor of Sciences from Business Management
09.2019
University Overview
- Graduated with distinction
- Graduate with [Degree]
- Graduated with Honours
- Coursework in [Subject]
Saint Joseph Comprehensive Secondary School Ugep
Waec from Science
06.2008
University Overview
- Captain of [Sport] team
- Coursework in [Subject]
- Graduated with distinction
Skills
Critical thinking facilitation
Personal tutoring
Empathy and patience
Subject Matter Expertise
SEN Support
Teaching adaptability
Parent-Teacher liaison
Student engagement
Academic development
Post-graduate teaching support
Multicultural education awareness
Peer collaboration
Interactive learning integration
Undergraduate teaching support
Strong verbal communication
Student motivation
Performance assessment
Academic counseling
Peer mentoring capability
Assessment creation
Lesson planning
Tutoring in specific subjects
Classroom management
Clear communication
Experiential learning
Tutoring
Record-keeping
Student progress reports and record keeping
Performance tracking
Academic support
Motivational strategies
Student development
Classroom supply management
Standardised testing
Creative lesson planning
Lesson preparation
Student assessments
Secondary education
Extensive curriculum knowledge
Creative thinking
Competent mathematics skills
Marking assignments
Languages
German
Elementary (A2)
A1
English
Advanced (C1)
A1
Finnish
Intermediate (B1)
A1
Portuguese
Intermediate (B1)
A1
French
Advanced (C1)
A1
Interests
Cooking ,dancing, travelling, football
Timeline
Graduate teaching assistant
University of Calabar
05.2021 - 12.2023
Secondary school business studies teacher
Tapa community high school
11.2019 - 11.2020
Factory line worker
Honda manufacturing company of Nigeria
07.2011 - 07.2014
Housekeeping manager
Emerald hotel ltd
01.2009 - 01.2010
University of Calabar
Bachelor of Sciences from Business Management
Saint Joseph Comprehensive Secondary School
Waec from Science