CURRICULUM VITAE
ERIC DANSO
P. O. Box SP ***, Saltpond, Mfantseman Municipal, Central Region, Ghana
adxtru@r.postjobfree.com
Interest Reading- news and novels, watching news and movies Abilities Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong leadership and team management abilities
Proficient in lesson planning
Entrepreneurial mindset with experience in business management Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
Fluent in English (spoken and written)
Hard worker
Special Skills Beginner forex trader
EDUCATION
Schools Attended
Bachelor of Education (Arts) Aug. 2010- May 2014
(Major: English; minor: Ghanaian Language (Fante)
University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast
Aburaman Senior High School, Abura Dunkwa Sept. 2002- Aug. 2005 Asomdwee D/A Junior High School, Abura Asomdwee Sept. 1999-April 2001 Certificate Obtained
Private Candidate: West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) 2009 Private Candidate: West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) 2008 Bachelor of Education (Arts); English and Ghanaian Language (Fante). 2014 Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) 2005 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) 2001 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
English, Literature and Fante Teacher Sept. 2016 to date Methodist Senior High School,
Responsibilities
Teaching English and Literature in English to high school students
Creating lesson plans and evaluated students’ progress using various assessment tools, including traditional tests, projects, and presentations
Collaborating with colleagues to design and implement school-wide curriculum and programs
Development Alliance for Literacy Education and Training (DALET) an NGO, Larbi, near Kasoa, Central Region, Ghana 2017 - Present
Director of Education
Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the organization's education programs.
Develop and implement initiatives to enhance literacy education and training opportunities.
Collaborate with stakeholders and community partners, to advocate for quality education.
Monitor and evaluate program outcomes to ensure effectiveness and impact.
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Kaadjeey Limited, Saltpond, Gentral Central Region,Ghana - Co-owner 2017 to date
Responsibilities
Manage business operations, including financial management, marketing, and customer relations.
Develop and maintain partnerships with suppliers, clients, and other stakeholders.
Implement effective business strategies to maximize profitability and ensure sustainable growth.
Co-Owner/Manager Sept. 2021 to date
AID Micro Credit, Mankessim (Startup)
Responsibilities
Managing a team of loan officers
Recruiting and training staff
Conducting financial assessments and made lending decisions for microloans
Creating and implementing strategies to increase loan portfolio and decrease default rates
Volunteer Teacher Jan. 2018 to date
Peter and Paul Child Development Centre, Saltpond
Responsibilities
Providing weekly tutoring and homework help to children in underprivileged communities
Collaborating with other volunteers and staff to design lesson plan and implement curriculum
English Teacher Sept. 2014- Aug. 2015
University of Mines and Technology Basic School, Tarkwa, Responsibilities
Taught English to junior high school students
Assisted in creating and implementing school-wide curriculum and program
Designed and implemented lesson plans
Assessed students using different assessment tools. English and Fante Teacher ( Internship) Sept. 2013-Dec. 2013 St Andrews Senior High School, Mankessim
Observed and assisted teachers in classrooms, including leading small group instruction
Observed and assisted with school administration tasks, such as attendance and record-keeping
West African Examination Council Assistant Examiner June 2018 to date
Cape Coast, Central Region Ghana
Responsibility: Responsible for marking Literature in English in West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and marking Ghanaian Language (Fante) in Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE)
Significance: Gained experience in marking Literature in English tests and teaching the right topics and how questions should be properly handled during examinations. Secretary July 2018-Jan 2023
Methodist High School General Staff Welfare Association Responsibility: Responsible for summoning general and emergency meetings in consultation with the members of the executive committee, and normal secretaries and organizational duties. CLUBS
Patron and Instructor, Writers Debaters and Drama Club Sept 2015 to date Methodist Senior High School, Saltpond.
Responsibilities
Leading and coaching students in writing, debating, and performing in drama productions
Participating in interschool competitions, winning awards for student performances Patron, Adolescent Reproductive Health Club Jan. 2018 to date Methodist Senior High School
Responsibilities:
Leading and facilitating club meetings and activities
Providing guidance and support to club members
Organizing and coordinating events and initiatives related to adolescent reproductive health education and awareness.
References:
1. Mr Anthony Sampson
Assistant Headmaster of Administration
Methodist Senior High School
Saltpond
Tel.:+233*********
2. Mr Samuel Kwame Owusu
Head of Languages Department
Methodist Senior High School
Saltpond.
Tel.:+233*********
3. Isaaac Boafo Ansah
Co-owner AID Micro Credit
Mobile:+233*********