Dr. Paul Bala Samura I am an online professor
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I am a trained and experienced teacher. I spent ten years teaching elementary and high schools in Sierra Leone and taught college, seminary, and university students. Teaching is a hobby because I am passionate about students and the profession. My teaching styles include facilitation, demonstration, project-based learning, collaboration, and lecturing. 80% of students I taught are gainfully employed, while some have earned terminal degrees. My experiences as a pastor, youth worker, social worker, journalist, and mentor make me a great teacher. I see each student as a potential leader of a country, an institution, or an organization. Therefore, my role as a teacher is beyond passing on knowledge and skills. I prepare future leaders in all areas of life. Being a husband and father also allows me to see students through the lens of parenting and human development. As a teacher, I embody the preparation of a workforce that will transform the world with innovations.

Subjects

  • Sociology Grade 10-Masters/Postgraduate

  • Education (B.Ed and MA Education)

  • Research and Methodology Grade 10-Masters/Postgraduate

  • Biblical Theology Grade 10-Masters/Postgraduate

  • Islam in English medium Grade 9-Bachelors/Undergraduate

Experience

  • Adjunct Faculty (Jan, 2023–Present) at West Africa Theological Seminary, Lagos, Nigeria
    • Taught online courses
    • Prepared lecture notes for students
    • Served as counselor to students
    • Graded assignments and examination scripts
    • Counseling students
    • Mentored students
    • Managed Time
    • Conflict Management
    • Documented students' assignments, attendance, and test scores in online reporting
    • Implemented different teaching styles to meet the needs of a diverse student population
  • Senior Lecturer (Jan, 2011–Aug, 2018) at Milton Margai Technical University, Freetown, Sierra Leone
    • Taught students in the Diplomas, Higher Teacher's Certificates, and Degree programs
    • Utilized instructional and lecture plans for classes in compliance with course objectives
    • Supervised research theses
    • Guided and supervised HTC/Degree students on Teaching Practices.
    • Delivered course lectures using modern technology to enhance student comprehension.
    • He guided and supervised HTC/Degree students on Teaching Practices.
    • Guided and supervised Diploma students on Internships
    • Liaised between the college and the public, primarily via print media
    • Served in the Students' Election supervision team.
    • Facilitated seminar classes for final-year students undertaking research.
    • conducted writing workshops in publication for lecturers
    • Tailored lectures to meet students' needs, emphasizing skills and concepts necessary for professional academic success.
    • Develop a clear course syllabus for final-year students incorporating essential content.
    • Conduct all assigned class meetings in a timely and prepared way.
    • Prompt return of corrected work and recording of grades.
    • We are administering annual evaluations.
  • Director of Church Empowerment and Mobilization (Feb, 2008–Mar, 2010) at Evangelical Fellowship of Sierra Leone, West Africa
    • Coordinated Morning devotions for staff at the secretariat.
    • Liaised between EFSL and partner churches and parachurch organizations
    • She supervised EFSL projects.
    • Distributed building materials to churches
    • I conducted leadership training for pastors and other church leaders.
    • I produced the EFSL on-air radio program.
    • I led other departments under my supervision.
  • Lecturer (Sep, 2005–Dec, 2006) at The Evangelical College of Theology, Freetown, Sierra Leone
    • Taught degree students.
    • Wrote teaching materials for students.
    • Guided students on teaching practice.
    • Supervised students' work
  • National Director of Christian Education and Communications (Jul, 2005–Nov, 2009) at Wesleyan Church of Sierra Leone, West Africa
    • Developed and supervised various training for pastors and church members.
    • Appointed various subcommittees and secretaries to assist the department.
    • Identified, trained, ed, and recommended school chaplains to the National Board.
    • Supervised all Wesleyan school chaplains and visited all schools.
    • Produced Christian Literature for Wesleyan churches and schools.
    • Conducted training workshops for the leadership of the church.
    • Created and presented the Wesleyan on Air radio program.
    • Guided instruction by mentoring pastors and auxiliary leaders to improve leadership and teaching effectiveness.
    • I developed lesson plans based on the core Wesleyan beliefs of the curricula.
    • Created congregational awareness to encourage Christian education program participation.
    • Kept library operations in compliance with Sierra Leone's copyright laws related to resource use and distribution.
    • I have implemented strategies to develop collections aligned with changing education and media demands.
  • Student Lecturer (Oct, 2003–Jun, 2005) at West Africa Theological Seminary, Lagos, Nigeria
    • Taught students in the Diplomas, Higher Teacher's Certificates, and Degree programs.
    • Utilized instructional and lecture plans for classes in compliance with course objectives.
    • Supervised research theses.
    • Delivered course lectures using modern technology to enhance student comprehension.
    • Served in the Students' Election supervision team.
    • Facilitated seminar classes for final-year students undertaking research.
    • Conducted writing workshops in publication for lecturers.
    • Tailored lectures to meet students' needs, emphasizing skills and concepts necessary for professional academic success.
    • Developed a clear course syllabus incorporating essential content and responding to student interests.
    • Designed exams, lecture materials, and writing assignments
    • Presented courses to undergraduate students and created lesson plans, tests, and assignments to ascertain how well students retained class material.
  • Lecturer (Sep, 2003–May, 2005) at Salvation Army Officers Training College, Lagos, Nigeria
    • Taught students in the Diploma Certificate.
    • Utilized instructional and lecture plans for classes in compliance with course objectives.
    • Delivered course lectures using modern technology to enhance student comprehension.
    • Tailored lectures to meet students' needs, emphasizing skills and concepts necessary for professional academic success.
    • Developed a clear course syllabus incorporating essential content and responding to student interests.
    • Designed exams, lecture materials, and writing assignments
    • Presented courses to undergraduate students and created lesson plans, tests, and assignments to ascertain how well students retained class material.

Education

  • Doctor of Ministry (Aug, 2021–May, 2024) from United Theological Seminary, Dayton, Ohio
  • Master of Arts (Aug, 2017–May, 2020) from Bethany Theological Seminary, IN, USA–scored 3.8
  • Master of Divinity (Jan, 2004–Nov, 2005) from West Africa Theological Seminary, Lagos, Nigeria–scored 3.6
  • Diploma in Biblical Preaching (Sep, 2003–Oct, 2005) from Olford Ministry Institutes, Memphis, TN, USA
  • Master of Arts (Sep, 2001–May, 2004) from West Africa Theological Seminary, Lagos, Nigeria–scored 3.8

Fee details

    US$10–15/hour (US$10–15/hour)

    The fee varies according to the number of contact hours. Place, content, and raveling will not affect the cost of teaching online. However, if an institution wants a campus teaching, and can pay for travelling, the hourly charges may reduce, especially for low income countries.

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