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Ilebiyi Babajide

Ilebiyi Babajide

Hull,United Kingdom

Summary

Highly motivated, dedicated and experienced professional with a strong background in teaching, international education, content writing, and support work. Seeking a challenging position where I can leverage my diverse skills, educational qualifications, and extensive experience to make a positive impact and contribute to the growth and development of individuals and organizations.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel
Hull
10.2022 - Current
  • Delivered additional learning support opportunities to small student groups, enabling improved academic confidence.
  • Partnered with teachers to plan and execute lessons following school curriculum, objectives and philosophies.
  • Boosted academic achievement of special needs students through compassionate, considered individual tutoring.

Online English Language Tutor

myowntutor-mk.co.uk
09.2022 - Current
  • Planning and delivering English language and literature lessons to students from Key Stages 2 to 4, with a focus on SATS, 11+ and GCSE exam preparation.
  • Assessed and adapted teaching style according to student needs and abilities.
  • Helped students evaluate and identify learning objectives and academic goals.
  • Supported development of critical thinking skills and deductive reasoning.
  • Tracked student attendance and performance, intervening early in concerning issues.
  • Used established standards and teaching expertise to plan learning programmes.
  • Provided in-depth feedback and constructive criticism on students' work.

Knowledge Exchange Intern

Treatied Spaces Research Group, University of Hull
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Produced original educational resources including instructional guides for teachers and students to enable them to use and engage with ‘Indigenous Worlds: A Kinetic Map of Northeastern America 1600-1800', a dynamic, accessible, interactive digital tool that brings to life how early America was defined by Indigenous and non-Indigenous interaction and movement
  • Providing clerical and administrative support for the ‘Brightening the Covenant Chain' research project
  • Reviewing and providing actionable feedback on digital outputs such as the Kinetic Map and Immersive Soundscape.

English Language and Politics Teacher

Maple Canadian College
11.2020 - 09.2022
  • Developed and implemented instructional plans for lessons in English language and international Politics, catering to a diverse range of students' learning styles and abilities
  • Conducted assessments, provided timely feedback, and monitored student progress to ensure academic growth and achievement
  • Improved student performance, raising class averages by 30% in both ENG4U and CPW4U components of the Canadian O.S.S.D program.
  • Maintained positive classroom environments by expressing continued enthusiasm for curriculum and commitment to every student.
  • Taught text analysis and evaluation skills, ensuring considered interpretation of linguistic techniques.

Student Recruitment Consultant

Veritas Collegial Support
01.2014 - 09.2022
  • Client Relationship Management: Managed end-to-end relationships with prospective students, ensuring a positive experience from initial contact through enrolment
  • Exceptional Interpersonal Communication: Successfully engaged with diverse groups of prospective students, addressing their inquiries, and providing detailed information about educational programs
  • Problem-Solving and Conflict Resolution: Effectively navigated challenges and resolved concerns during the student recruitment process, demonstrating adept problem-solving abilities.

Educational Content Writer

Ulesson Education
08.2020 - 11.2020
  • Developed original English language educational content for the ULesson Android application
  • Wrote, edited, and proofread video scripts within tight schedules
  • Led the languages team in creating a languages library with over 300 videos
  • Held live classes for English language learners from all over West Africa.
  • Produced high quality, impactful content to strict deadlines, consistently meeting brand standards.
  • Published content within deadlines using various CMS platforms.
  • Generated ideas for new content to increase site libraries.
  • Proofread text to confirm spelling, grammar and style accuracy.

English Language and History Teacher

West Mills British School
11.2012 - 08.2020
  • Developed and implemented instructional plans for lessons in English language, literature, and international history, catering to a diverse range of students' learning styles and abilities
  • Taught students across key stages 2 to 5, preparing them for Cambridge qualifications
  • Conducted assessments, provided timely feedback, and monitored student progress to ensure academic growth and achievement
  • Supported students with extracurricular activities including inter-school speech and debate competitions, dramatic presentations, global creativity competitions and writing competitions
  • As editor-in-chief, oversaw the production of the yearbook, ensuring its cohesive design, accurate content, and timely completion while managing the yearbook staff
  • Achieved outstanding success in student exam preparation, including 70% of students earning As and A
  • S in Cambridge A' levels, IGCSE, and Checkpoint, and over 80% scoring 7.0 and above in IELTS.

Executive Assistant

Zenith Bank Plc
10.2008 - 11.2012
  • Exceptional Customer Interaction Skills: Engaged with a diverse clientele daily, providing personalized and efficient service at the frontline of a bank
  • Attention to Detail and Accuracy: Handled financial transactions with precision and accuracy, emphasizing the importance of attention to detail
  • Problem Resolution and Conflict Management: Effectively resolved customer inquiries, concerns, and disputes, showcasing my ability to navigate and resolve issues in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

University of Hull, Hull, United Kingdom
09.2022 - 09.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Classics

University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria
06.2003 - 03.2007

TESOL Professional Certificate -

Arizona State University Global Launch
01.2020 - 04.2020

MicroMasters - PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Rochester Institute of Technology, EDX
01.2020 - 04.2021

Skills

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading abilities
  • Proficient in content management systems and digital publishing platforms including Microsoft Office
  • Excellent teaching and curriculum development skills
  • Ability to work to competing priorities and deadline
  • Ability to build rapport and establish trust with individuals of all ages
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Google Workspace
  • Customer-focused

Certification

Level 5 Health and Social Care Certificate [CPD]

British Council trained and certified Student Counselor

Level 2 Teaching Assistant Certificate [CPD]

Level 1 Safeguarding Certificate

Interests

Teaching, counseling, reading, playing chess, and travelling.

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Timeline

Knowledge Exchange Intern - Treatied Spaces Research Group, University of Hull
10.2023 - 12.2023
Teaching Assistant - Teaching Personnel
10.2022 - Current
University of Hull - Master of Arts, Education
09.2022 - 09.2023
Online English Language Tutor - myowntutor-mk.co.uk
09.2022 - Current
English Language and Politics Teacher - Maple Canadian College
11.2020 - 09.2022
Educational Content Writer - Ulesson Education
08.2020 - 11.2020
Arizona State University Global Launch - TESOL Professional Certificate,
01.2020 - 04.2020
Rochester Institute of Technology - MicroMasters, PROJECT MANAGEMENT
01.2020 - 04.2021
Student Recruitment Consultant - Veritas Collegial Support
01.2014 - 09.2022
English Language and History Teacher - West Mills British School
11.2012 - 08.2020
Executive Assistant - Zenith Bank Plc
10.2008 - 11.2012
University of Ibadan - Bachelor of Arts, Classics
06.2003 - 03.2007
Ilebiyi Babajide