Patrick Gbada
Gloucester,Gloucestershire
Summary
Dynamic Lecturer with 20 years of successful experience in computing. Known for interesting lectures with helpful supporting materials and detail-oriented classroom management. Dedicated to individual student success and comprehensive understanding. Multifaceted Lecturer with 15 years of expertise in adapting presentations to reach students of diverse backgrounds. Expert in leveraging in-depth knowledge and experience in networking, network security and virtualisation to provide relevant information and first-hand experiences. Known for a good personable and strong work ethic. Enthusiastic lecturer eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and good organisational skills. Clear understanding of task and training in cyber security. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the institution.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work history
Lecturer in computing
Gloucestershire College
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
2002.06 - Current
- Design assessments and course content, including lecture material and writing assignments.
- Serve as senior subject lecturer, coordinating extended diploma and programmes for 50+ students. T Level programmes for 5 students.
- Grade periodic assessments, inputting marks and feedback onto computer system using promonitor and Teams in O365 .
- Vary teaching strategies, catering to educational needs of young adults and mature students.
- Teach classes using exceptional communication techniques to enhance engagement.
- Develop in teaching group and update curriculum to reflect contemporary issues, topics and industry advancements.
- Recruit students by speaking at open days and off-site promotional events.
- Help organise educational activities and events to drive learning objectives and promote engagement.
- Varied course delivery through workshops, work placements and technology-based learning.
- Deliver lectures across multiple subjects within further education setting.
- Follow safeguarding principles to maximise student health, safety and wellbeing.
- Raise course attendance to over 95%, retention and grades by overhauling previous course delivery .
- Monitor students' progress against educational targets, implementing positive interventions.
- Advise students on academic paths, providing holistic support throughout learnings experience.
- Encourage students to develop skills in reflection, critical thinking and analysis.
Retail Store Manager
Diligence LTD
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
2007.05 - 2009.11
- Analysed sales figures to help forecast future sales and predict financial threats.
- Negotiated buying conditions and sales contracts to secure lucrative deals.
- Directed teams to clean shop floors, shelves and products , ensuring areas maintained hygienic and safe for customers.
- Kept business in compliance with internal controls, industry regulations and health and safety requirements.
- Established clear budgets with sound controls to keep business operating with optimum finances which increased sales by 10% in 2 successive quarters.
- Analysed data and identified opportunities to minimise operating costs.
IT Trainer
Gloucestershire College
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
2003.06 - 2007.06
- Conducted days training boot camps for Information and Security sector companies on their system software.
- Delivered ICT training for multiple new trainees.
- Provided 1:1 training for clients' ICT Manager in use of specialised Software.
- Delivered extensive feedback to students via Database learning platform.
- Created curricula, instructions, documents and written tests for various types of training courses.
- Specialised in Microsoft training, increasing company training offerings.
- Developed up-to-date training resources and activities in line with business standards.
Computer Technician
Wang Informatique
France - Paris, Cergy-Pontoise
1996.03 - 1997.07
- Monitored and managed repair parts inventory, promptly ordering low-stock items to maintain service efficiencies.
- Analysed and maintained computer and network systems for over 350 clients with 90% client satisfaction score.
- Diagnosed and repaired hardware defects, such as faulty RAM, processor, hard disk, optical disk with 80% accuracy.
- Trained junior technicians in rapid troubleshooting, resulting in reduction in customer downtime.
- Analysed and maintained computer and network systems for clients with 80% client satisfaction score.
Education
PGCE - Teaching and Learning
University of West of England
Bristol2013-09
Higher National Diploma - Computing
Cheltenham & Gloucester College of Higher Education
Gloucester2007-10
Level 5 in Management
Gloucestershire College
Gloucester2007-07
Degree -Lettre Moderne - Languages
University Benin
Lome1995-08
Skills
- Educational needs analysis
- Internet access control
- Multicultural education
- Lesson planning expertise
- Hands-on teaching and learning
- Assignment monitoring
- Classroom management
- Student progress reporting
- Quality education
- Course material preparation
- Cybersecurity
Languages
French
Native language
Spanish
Beginner
A1
Interest
I am brown belt shotokan karate. I enjoy music and dance. Other interests include Motor racing (Formula 1), cycling, helping a local girls' football team to run the training sessions where my daughter plays.
Timeline
Retail Store Manager
Diligence LTD
2007.05 - 2009.11
IT Trainer
Gloucestershire College
2003.06 - 2007.06
Lecturer in computing
Gloucestershire College
2002.06 - Current
Computer Technician
Wang Informatique
1996.03 - 1997.07
PGCE - Teaching and Learning
University of West of England
Higher National Diploma - Computing
Cheltenham & Gloucester College of Higher Education
Level 5 in Management
Gloucestershire College
Degree -Lettre Moderne - Languages
University Benin