ERNEST NGONGE ODUME Mathematics (All Sections) and Science Teacher
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As an experienced teacher, I have learnt, adopted, created different methods of teaching. With my experience in the Gulf areas; being extra-ordinarily patient and passing information as a way of fun, lovely and nurturing is my unique characteristic.
I believe that each child is a unique individual who needs a secure, caring, and stimulating atmosphere in which to grow and mature emotionally, intellectually, physically, and socially. It is my desire and responsibility as well, as an educator to help students meet their fullest potential in these areas by providing an environment that is safe, supports risk-taking, and invites a sharing of ideas. There are three elements that I believe are conducive to establishing such an environment;
-The teacher acting as a guide, allowing the child's natural curiosity to direct his/her learning, and promoting respect for all things and all people.
My role is to guide, providing access to information rather than acting as the primary source of information, the students' search for knowledge is met as they learn to find answers to their questions.
For students to construct knowledge, they need the opportunity to discover for themselves and practice skills in authentic situations. Providing students access to hands-on activities and allowing adequate time and space to use materials that reinforce the lesson being studied creates an opportunity for individual discovery and construction of knowledge to occur.
Equally important to self-discovery is having the opportunity to study things that are meaningful and relevant to one's life and interests. One way to take learning in a direction relevant to student interest is to invite student dialogue about the lessons and units of study. Given the opportunity for input, students generate ideas and set goals that make for much richer activities than I could have created or imagined myself. When students have ownership in the curriculum, they are motivated to work hard and master the skills necessary to reach their goals.
Helping students to develop a deep love and respect for themselves, others, and their environment occurs through an open sharing of ideas and a judicious approach to discipline. When the voice of each student is heard, and environment evolves where students feel free to express themselves. Class meetings are one way to encourage such dialogue. I believe children have greater respect for their teachers, their peers, and the lessons presented when they feel safe and sure of what is expected of them. In setting fair and consistent rules initially and stating the importance of every activity, students are shown respect for their presence and time. In turn they learn to respect themselves, others, and their environment.
For myself, teaching provides an opportunity for continual learning and growth. One of my hopes as an educator is to instill a love of learning in my students, as I share my own passion for learning with them. In our competitive society it is important for students to not only receive a solid education, but to work with someone who is aware of and sensitive to their individual needs. I am such a person and will always strive to be the best educator that I can be.
Sincerely Yours
Ernest Ngonge Odume

Subjects

  • Business & Management IGCSE-Bachelors/Undergraduate

  • Mathematics (IB) IGCSE-Bachelors/Undergraduate

  • Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) IGCSE-Diploma

Experience

  • Khaitan (Oct, 2018–Oct, 2022) at American Baccalaureate School (ABS), Kuwait
    MSHS Mathematics Teacher (Gr. 6, 10, ) Responsibilities:
    -MSHS teacher, Geometry for grade 10, Pre-Algebra grade 6,
    - Planning and presenting lessons to facilitate students' understanding and application of mathematical concepts and using all possible creative teaching techniques to engage students.
    -Educating students, the concepts, and skills necessary to function well in situations which involve the four sections in mathematics.
    -Preparing and distributing learning material such as notes, assignments, and quizzes, sourcing the resources and supplies needed for lessons and grading assignments and quizzes in a timely manner.
    -Ensuring a safe classroom and maintaining it conducive for learning.
    -Invigilating quizzes and final examinations.
    -Documenting and reporting on students' progress, especially the struggling ones.
    -Regularly communicate with parents and legal guardians regarding child’s performance, track and record student progress and keep records up to date for progress reports and report card conferences
    -Reviewing curriculum needs and execute plans for improvement, and provide tutoring and additional support
    -Acting as a role model by making students feel motivated while maintaining an approachable personality. -Attending school events to better understand student interest and personalities outside of the regular classroom, build strong relationships with students, and aid in the strengthening of their self-confidence while inspiring them to achieve high goals
    -Attending to students on a one and one teaching during and after school periods to find out their understanding levels in mathematics, while building students' analytical and formulation knowledge. --Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by administration.
  • Sabah Al Salem (Aug, 2014–Jun, 2018) at A’Takamul International School Kuwait
    MSHS Mathematics Teacher (Gr. 8, 9, 10, 12) Responsibilities:
    -Geometry for grade 10, Pre-Algebra and Algebra for grade 6 and 8 respectively
    -Educating students, the concepts and skills necessary to function well in situations which involve the four sections mathematics.
    -Work and reporting to parents on the possible ways to improve their children’s mathematics skills. -Attending to students on a one and one teaching during and after school periods to find out their understanding levels in mathematics, while building students' analytical and formulation knowledge. -Develop lesson plans and a curriculum, give lectures, assign work, evaluate progress, keep attendance and manage the classroom.
    -Organizing field trips for students in the possible areas in mathematics and developing IEPs to meet particular student’s needs.
  • Hawali (Jul, 2013–Present) at Sylvan Learning Centre, Hawalli, Kuwait
    Mathematics / Science teacher: (PreAlgebra, Algebra, Geometry, Pe-Calculus and Calculus) and Biology, Physics and Chemistry respectively to Middle and High school students.
  • Buea - Cameroon (Jul, 2013–Jul, 2014) at Saint Monica American International University, Buea,Cameroon
    Mathematics Teacher, Director of IT department
    Directed, coordinated, and managed the day to day running of the IT department, establishing and implementing short- and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures. Counseling and orientating students and parents on children’s performances. designing the undergraduate time table.
    Mathematics & IT lecturer (Software engineering courses, programming Languages and Calculus respectively), lecturing Remedial and Undergraduate students. Establishing and implementing short- and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures.
    -Attending to students grievances on administrative issues, and tabling them to the administration for proper follow up.

    2009-2013: INTEGRATED STUDI
  • Hawali (May, 2009–Jul, 2013) at INTEGRATED STUDIES INSTITUTE-KUWAIT
    Mathematics and Business Math Lecturer (UG, Graduate and mature students who want to improve their Mathematics, Business & English skills) Responsibilities:
    -Teacher and coordinator of Mathematics programs to HS, undergraduate and graduate students.
    -Updating of parents on students' performance.
    -Keeping records of students and report to the manager in a timely manner.
    -Coordinator of exams activities like curriculum development, examination writing, marking, compiling of departmental results)
    -Participating in designing and improving the institutes programs.
    -Active Participant in the Institute’s events and professional development.
    -Developing and preparing lessons plans including I.E.P to meet the individual needs of each student.
    -Evaluated effectiveness of programs and students’ progress and writing end of year reports.
    -Supervised new teacher trainees in the training program. Assisted in orientation and evaluating their performance.
    -Marking of entrance examinations for admission to high school.
    -Representing the Institute in meetings with government and Foreign bodies (British Council)
  • Salmiya (Sep, 2006–Aug, 2011) at Manarat School of Special Needs, Salmiya,Kuwait.
    Classroom Teacher Responsibilities:
    -Teaching Mathematics, vocabulary and Western Culture - using audio - visual materials, software programs and teacher's initiative, Vocabulary and Spoken English Teacher, Grammar and ---writing, Reading and Vocabulary Listening and Speaking.
    -Assist in teaching Mathematics to moderately and mildly, mentally retarded pre-school children, with a variety of neurological and behavioral problems, students with learning difficulties (ADD, ADHD and Asperser’s Syndrome, following TAKS(Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills).
    -Planned curriculum and prepared lessons and other activities including I.E.P to meet the individual needs of each child.
    -Evaluated effectiveness of programs and children's progress and wrote end of year reports.
    Achievements
    -Effectively managed poorly behaved students and made them learn English & Math concepts and their applications to real life situations.
    -Successfully constructed a Mathematics program which is skill-based, standards-focused, and student centered with Integrated Studies.
  • Yaounde (Sep, 2003–Jun, 2006) at WISDOM INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE,Cameroon
    Head of Mathematics Department Responsibilities:
    -Teaching modern methods of mathematics application to the contemporary world situations to ordinary and advance Level students.
    -General Certificate of Education (GCE) examiner, A-level (2005 &2006).
    -Develop school time tables and lesson plans.
    -Monitor activities of competitors in the academic environment; thereby assist in formulating strategies to further drive school performance and strong brand presence.
    -Organize seminars and workshop for the development of new school strategies.
    -Developed school's e-marketing activities and communications, managed its marketing communications and its effectiveness.
    Achievements
    -Effectively managed a busy department at a time of change.
    -Active participant in curriculum and assessment development.
    -Improved customer responsiveness by 80% through e-marketing
    -Designed an interactive promotional website which received 23000 hits per week in 2007. -Perform other duties & tasks (administrative) as instructed by the school.

Education

  • MBA (Mar, 2008–Oct, 2010) from European university of lefke Cyprus–scored 3.5/4
  • M.Sc Math (May, 2002–Jun, 2004) from University of Ilorin, Nigeria–scored 3.4
  • B.Sc (Hons) Math & Comp Sciences (Apr, 1997–Jun, 2001) from University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria–scored 2.5

Fee details

    Dinar20–25/hour (US$64.52–80.65/hour)

    Depending on the workload, level of student and distance of home

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