RASHEEDAT RAJI-OKUBENA
LECTURER
Ilaro
Summary
Dedicated educator with a proven track record in designing and delivering engaging educational content that inspires students and enhances learning outcomes. Expertise in innovative teaching methods cultivates a positive classroom environment while ensuring effective curriculum development and student assessment techniques. Dynamic professional skilled in data analysis, adept at navigating challenges with strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to new tasks. Recognized for adaptability, creativity, and a results-oriented mindset, committed to making meaningful contributions that advance organizational goals while pursuing opportunities for sponsorships and scholarships to support academic research toward a PhD.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Lecturer
Federal Polytechnic Ilaro
10.2025 - Current
- Initiated and facilitated classroom discussions.
- Boosted students'' critical thinking skills through active learning strategies and problem-solving activities.
- Developed strong rapport with students through clear communication, empathy, and genuine interest in their academic growth.
- Met with students during and after office hours to address concerns and offer feedback.
- Dispersed, collected and graded assignments to give detailed feedback.
- Evaluated student performance fairly by implementing varied assessment techniques, ensuring accurate knowledge measurement.
- Participated in professional development workshops to continuously improve teaching skills and stay current with industry trends.
- Used PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology to give presentations to student classrooms.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Utilized distance learning technology to instruct students remotely.
Mathematics Teacher
Lagos State Government Junior College, Iyana Ipaja
01.2022 - 12.2025
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Managed over 500 student's assessments per week.
Further - Mathematics Teacher
Fadl-I-Omar Comprehensive High School, Meiran, Lagos State
02.2018 - 01.2022
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
- Created detailed syllabus to outline teaching methods, learning objectives and exam dates.
- Managed over 50 students in class per day, monitoring their activities and building their self-confidence.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
Education
Master of Science - Mathematics
Lagos State University
Ojo07-2022
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Ilorin
Kwara08-2015
Skills
Problem Solving
Leadership Skills
Teamwork
In-class lectures
Student performance evaluation
Academic research
Online teaching
Research and analysis
Online class discussion
Academic publication
Student engagement
Subject expertise
Project supervision
Accomplishments
1. Data-driven Optimization of Solar Integration in Smart Grids using Hybrid Energy Storage Systems.
2. Application of Statistical Models in Forecasting Solar Energy Output in Nigeria: A Comparative Study (2000-2024)
Timeline
Assistant Lecturer
Federal Polytechnic Ilaro
10.2025 - Current
Mathematics Teacher
Lagos State Government Junior College, Iyana Ipaja
01.2022 - 12.2025
Further - Mathematics Teacher
Fadl-I-Omar Comprehensive High School, Meiran, Lagos State
02.2018 - 01.2022
Master of Science - Mathematics
Lagos State University
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Ilorin
Hobbies
Fashion Designing : During my free time, I design clothes and hijabs for women and young girls and this hobby transformed into a small business that brings extra income. I love to dress simple and elegant which I incorporated in my business for women who loves simplicity, comfortability and a dress to boost their confidence.