Hi, I’m
John Kennedy
Teacher
Ikeja,LA
Work History
Dandelion International School
English Teacher & IT/Computer Instructor
2024.01 - 2025.07 (1 education.year_Label & 6 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Delivered tailored English lessons for diverse levels, using technology/games/songs to engage young learners and build language skills progressively.
- Prepared 1-3 daily lesson plans, tracked attendance/performance, and provided feedback—mirroring Westgate's record-keeping needs.
KSIS International School
Head Teacher
2020.07 - 2023.07 (3 education.years_Label)
Job overview
- Led curriculum for grades 3-6/5-6, assessing placement, quizzes, and motivating students—developing critical thinking for secondary prep.
- Coordinated with homeroom teachers, conducted observations, and attended staff meetings/events.
- Remote elements
St. George International School
Grade 3-4 Teacher
2019.08 - 2020.02 (6 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Fostered positive environments with interactive discussions, peer learning, and adaptive methods for small groups.
- Conversed with students outside class to reinforce language use.
Good Seed International School
ESL Teacher & STEAM Instructor
2019.01 - 2019.07 (6 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Taught English across proficiencies via fun activities promoting independence—aligning with Westgate's exposure-to-production approach.
Education
University of Nigeria
B.Sc. from Computer Science
2002-08
University Overview
Skills
- Teaching: Lesson planning, small class management (15-20 students), games/songs/activities, STEAM integration, critical thinking
- Admin: Attendance/feedback records, evaluations, reports, exams administration
- Collaboration: Meetings/trainings, peer observations, school events, teacher communication
- Tech: Classroom technology, online platforms (Preply), video demos available
- Soft Skills: Patience, communication, fostering safe/fun environments
Websites
Interests
Singing, reading, soccer—great for student engagement Links to intro/teaching demo videos available upon request
Certification
- TEYL (Young Learners) 60-Hour Certificate, World TESOL Academy, London (Online) | 2023-05 – 2023-06
- TEAL (Adults) 70-Hour Certificate, World TESOL Academy, London (Online) | 2023-06 – 2023-07
- TEOL (Online Learners) 80-Hour Certificate, World TESOL Academy, London (Online) | 2023-08 – 2023-09
- 120-Hour TESOL/TEFL Certificate, International TEFL and TESOL Training, Bangkok (Online) | 2017-08 – 2017-10
- Level 3 Diploma in Teaching & Classroom Management / Online Teaching, John Academy, London (Online) | 2019-10
Timeline
English Teacher & IT/Computer Instructor
Dandelion International School
2024.01 - 2025.07 (1 education.year_Label & 6 education.months_Label)
Head Teacher
KSIS International School
2020.07 - 2023.07 (3 education.years_Label)
Grade 3-4 Teacher
St. George International School
2019.08 - 2020.02 (6 education.months_Label)
ESL Teacher & STEAM Instructor
Good Seed International School
2019.01 - 2019.07 (6 education.months_Label)
University of Nigeria
B.Sc. from Computer Science