Kobina Abban Benson
Chorley
Summary
A hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an entry-level teacher position and be a part of a responsible working team seeking the growth and success of the organization by offering excellent and quality service to the delight of my employer towards total customer satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Cover Supervisor
SupplyWell Education
10.2023 - Current
- Supervising pupils, ensuring they are engaged in the classwork.
- Helping pupils to become more independent in their learning.
- Establishing trust with pupils, interacting with them according to individual needs.
- Assisting pupils with tasks as needed.
- Creating a safe, positive, supportive classroom environment.
- Promoting good behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policies, encouraging pupils to take responsibility for their behaviour.
- Collecting completed work and returning it to the teacher.
- Assisting with the supervision of pupils before and after school and at break times.
- Providing feedback to teachers on pupil’s achievement, progress, and if any problems.
- Upholding policies and procedures related to child protection, health and confidentiality, reporting all concerns to the appropriate person.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Cover Supervisor
GSL Education
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Supervising pupils, ensuring they are engaged in the classwork.
- Helping pupils to become more independent in their learning.
- Establishing trust with pupils, interacting with them according to individual needs.
- Assisting pupils with tasks as needed.
- Creating a safe, positive, supportive classroom environment.
- Promoting good behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policies, encouraging pupils to take responsibility for their behaviour.
- Collecting completed work and returning it to the teacher.
- Assisting with the supervision of pupils before and after school and at break times.
- Providing feedback to teachers on pupil’s achievement, progress, and if any problems.
- Upholding policies and procedures related to child protection, health and confidentiality, reporting all concerns to the appropriate person.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Secondary Mathematics Teacher
Ed-Peniel College
03.2021 - 08.2022
- Taught Core and Elective Mathematics to 150 students and had all 150 passing the final examination.
- Dealt with inappropriate behavior quickly and effectively to maintain calm learning environment.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, contributing valuable input based on professional expertise.
- Changed lesson plans and learning approach frequently to keep students engaged.
- School Statistician
- Member of the Speech Day Public Address Committee
- Member of the Sports Committee
Mathematics teacher (Core and Elective)
Wesley Girls’ High School
01.2010 - 02.2019
- Dealt with inappropriate behavior quickly and effectively to maintain calm learning environment.
- Maintained open and productive communication with teaching staff, administration, students and parents.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, contributing valuable input based on professional expertise.
- Enhanced the educational experience by designing and implementing engaging classroom activities for diverse learners.
- Provided targeted support for at-risk students, creating individualized plans to address academic challenges and promote success.
- 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.
- Kept careful student records and progress reports using [Software].
- Designed assessments that accurately measured students'' understanding of mathematical concepts and skills.
- Taught students of varying abilities and ages ranging from 14 to 19 years.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Changed lesson plans and learning approach frequently to keep students engaged.
ICT Classroom Teacher
National Service-Academy Of Christ The King School
10.2008 - 08.2009
- Taught Information and Communication Technology to 231 students.
- Improved students'' critical thinking skills by designing project-based learning experiences and real-world problem-solving tasks.
- Repaired, Formatted, configured and networked all computers in the school
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum units that connected subject matter across multiple content areas.
- Served on school committees focused on improving school culture, enhancing academic programs, or addressing specific challenges facing the school community.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Sales Representative
Direct Line Risk Consult
06.2007 - 08.2007
- Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
- Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
- Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends for informed decision-making during client interactions.
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
- Used customer insights to develop innovative sales strategies to increase sales.
- Generated weekly and monthly reports on sales performance to provide recommendations to meet sales goals.
- Negotiated contracts with clients and developed relationships with key personnel.
Education
Master of Science - Data Science And Analytics
Brunel University
London, United Kingdom12.2024
Master of Education - Information Technology
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Ghana03.2018
Post Graduate Diploma - Education
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Ghana09.2012
Executive Certificate - Human Resources Management
Pan-African Institute For Leadership And Governance Studies
Spintex, Accra, Ghana01.2009
Single Subject Diploma - Human Resources Management
Institute of Commercial Management
Madina, Accra, Ghana.09.2008
Bachelor of Science - Actuarial Science
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Ghana05.2008
High School Diploma -
Mfantsipim School
Cape Coast, Ghana05.2002
Skills
- Educationist
- Business Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Microsoft Excel
- Tableau
- RStudio
- Power BI
- Python
- Team building and Mentoring
Technical
Data Analysis/IT Projects
Value Added Leadership
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Customer Service
- Effective Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Dependable and Responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Calm Under Pressure
- Active Listening
- Presentations
Accomplishments
- Resourceful Teacher (Ed-Peniel College) - 2022
- Most Hardworking and Resourceful Teacher (Wesley Girls’ High School) - 2017
- Hardworking Teacher (Wesley Girls’ High School) - 2014
- Most Promising Young Teacher (Wesley Girls’ High School) - 2012
Research
PUBLICATIONS (2 Book Chapters)
- · https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-030-77987-0#toc
- Master Thesis, The use of Computer-Assisted Instructions in the teaching and Learning of Core Mathematics in the Central Region of Ghana
- P.G.D.E. Thesis, Gender Differences in Mathematics Achievement among Primary School Pupils in the Cape Coast Metropolis
Ongoing Publication
Important Variables that Impact the Satisfaction and Effectiveness of Student Information Systems
Courses Of Teaching Interest
- Mathematics
- Quantitative Methods
- Advanced Topics in Information Security
- Information Systems Design and Management
Publications
Book Chapter, https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-030-77987-0#toc
References
- Nana Anokye, Professor - Health Economics, Brunel University London, Kingston Lane, Uxbridge, UB8 3PH, nana.anokye@brunel.ac.uk, +44 (0)1895 266662
- Kwame Adomako Kwabia, Director, Ed-Peniel Consult, Tema, Accra, kwame.kwabia@ktu.edu.gh, +233 244963404.
- Joseph Adjabeng, Head of Science and Mathematics Departments, Wesley Girls' High School, Cape Coast, Ghana. joadjabeng@gmail.com
- Rev. Franklin Aidoo, Presiding Minister, Mount Olivet Methodist Church, Cape Coast, Ghana .+233 50 6500779
Swimming, Reading, Playing Football, Gardening, Computer Programming
I play football with friends as a means of exercising and I love learning software and other computer programs.
Languages
Akan, Ga
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Cover Supervisor
SupplyWell Education
10.2023 - Current
Cover Supervisor
GSL Education
02.2023 - 07.2023
Secondary Mathematics Teacher
Ed-Peniel College
03.2021 - 08.2022
Mathematics teacher (Core and Elective)
Wesley Girls’ High School
01.2010 - 02.2019
ICT Classroom Teacher
National Service-Academy Of Christ The King School
10.2008 - 08.2009
Sales Representative
Direct Line Risk Consult
06.2007 - 08.2007
Master of Science - Data Science And Analytics
Brunel University
Master of Education - Information Technology
University of Cape Coast
Post Graduate Diploma - Education
University of Cape Coast
Executive Certificate - Human Resources Management
Pan-African Institute For Leadership And Governance Studies
Single Subject Diploma - Human Resources Management
Institute of Commercial Management
Bachelor of Science - Actuarial Science
University of Cape Coast
High School Diploma -
Mfantsipim School
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