Victoria John Essiet
Eti-Osa
Summary
Patient and dedicated teacher skilled at developing and promoting interactive learning within group environment. Experienced working with children and adults from wide array of cultural backgrounds . Positive educator patient with students, consistently dedicating extra time for one-on-one instruction to teach difficult lessons.
Enthusiastic and dedicated to creating enjoyable, inviting and dynamic learning atmosphere. Implements traditional and innovative methods to motivate students to learn.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary ESL Teacher/ Nursery Coordinator
❖ Canterbury International School
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Assisted families in navigating resources available for early intervention services or additional educational support when necessary.
- Streamlined communication between parents and staff by organizing regular meetings and updates, fostering strong relationships.
- Managed daily operations of the nursery, ensuring smooth functioning and high-quality care for all children.
- Collaborated with early childhood educators to incorporate best practices into curriculum planning and delivery methods.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans tailored to each child''s needs, promoting growth in cognitive, emotional, social, and physical domains.
Elementary ESL Teacher
❖ Reet American School
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making to guide instructional planning and improve student outcomes consistently over time.
- Improved student reading and writing proficiency by implementing targeted ESL strategies and techniques.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Nursery Teacher/Nursery Coordinator
❖ La Petite Montessori School
02.2016 - 12.2019
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating a variety of teaching methods and materials, such as visual aids and hands-on activities.
- Implemented creative arts projects to develop fine motor skills and encourage self-expression among nursery-aged children.
- Promoted social-emotional development by fostering a nurturing classroom environment where children felt safe, respected, and valued.
- Coordinated with support staff such as special education teachers or therapists to address individual student needs effectively within the classroom setting.
- Managed classroom resources efficiently to ensure all materials were readily available for planned activities throughout the day.
Education
TEFL - Teaching English As A Foreign Language
Teacher's Record
Online 04.2024
Bachelors in Education - Basic Education And Administration
University of Cape Coast Ghana
Accra, Ghana09.2014
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Grammar Teaching
- Student Engagement
- Inclusive education
- Teaching strategies
- Educational research
- Individualized support
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Cooperative Learning
- Feedback implementation
- Role-playing exercises
- Classroom Management
- Positive Reinforcement
travelling,cooking,singing,reading
Travelling gives me more insights into different cultural backgrounds.
Cooking makes me happy, having to try so many recipes in a way that keeps me active and willing to share my knowledge.
I am a Gospel minister, I sing in my local church and have a gospel singing team called Heavenly Jerusalem.
I love reading, it expands my knowledge capacity.
Timeline
Elementary ESL Teacher/ Nursery Coordinator
❖ Canterbury International School
01.2024 - Current
Elementary ESL Teacher
❖ Reet American School
01.2019 - 12.2020
Nursery Teacher/Nursery Coordinator
❖ La Petite Montessori School
02.2016 - 12.2019
TEFL - Teaching English As A Foreign Language
Teacher's Record
Bachelors in Education - Basic Education And Administration
University of Cape Coast Ghana
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