Special Education Social Studies

CHRISTIANAH AKINRINMOLA

Address: Alex Akinyele Way, Ondo

Phone number: 091********

Email address: ************@*****.***

Personal Information

Highly skilled and compassionate special educator with experience as a college teacher. Outstanding ability to individualize instruction and effectively support diverse learners in their academic and personal development. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and promoting inclusivity. Proven track record of building strong relationships with students, colleagues, and families. Adept at utilizing innovative teaching strategies to facilitate meaningful learning experiences. Dedicated to ongoing professional growth and staying up-to-date with best practices in special education. Profile

Education

04/2018 – 06/2023

Ibadan, Nigeria

Special Education/Political Science B.ED

University of Ibadan

04/2014 – 02/2016

Ondo, Nigeria

Senior Secondary School Certificate

Merciful God College

Work Experience

09/2023 – present

Akinyele, Ibadan, Nigeria

College Teacher

Community High School Otun Agba

(National Youth Service Corps)

Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans that effectively teach key concepts in social studies, government, and civic education, resulting in a minimum 20% increase in student understanding and retention of subject matter.

Created and administered innovative assessments and assignments that measured student’s critical thinking skills and application of knowledge in social studies, government, and civic education, with at least 80% of students achieving a satisfactory or above grade.

Fostered an inclusive and diverse learning environment by incorporating multicultural perspectives, promoting respectful discussions, and implementing activities that encourage students' understanding and appreciation of different cultures.

Participated in professional development opportunities, such as attending conferences, collaborating with colleagues, or conducting research, resulting in the implementation of at least two research-backed teaching techniques in social studies, government, or civic education.

Engaged in collaborative initiatives with colleagues and administration, fostering an atmosphere of continuous improvement and innovation. Demonstrated exemplary classroom management skills, meticulously crafting lesson plans, selecting relevant materials and developing engaging learning activities.

01/2019 – 02/2019

Ibadan, Nigeria

College Teacher

Loyola College

Work Experience

(Teaching Practice)

Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans that effectively introduced students to important civic concepts and principles. Facilitated a positive learning environment by utilizing various teaching techniques, such as group work and debates, to promote active student participation and critical thinking.

Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular formative and summative assessments, providing timely and constructive feedback to guide their learning.

Achieved at least 75% student success rate on unit tests, with an observable improvement of at least 10% compared to the previous semester. Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and development by staying updated on current civic education research and best practices. Skills

– LANGUAGES

English

PROFESSIONAL

Yoruba

NATIVE

– COMPUTER SKILLS

Microsoft Office (Word,

Excel and PowerPoint)

– TECHNICAL SKILLS

Curriculum

development

Classroom

management Special Education Instructional design

Assessment and

feedback

Community

Development

Effective

Communication

Collaborative

teamwork

Volunteering

05/2018 – 06/2023

Ibadan, Nigeria

Volunteer

Child's Clinic University of Ibadan

Developed and implemented individualized educational plans (IEPs) for children with special needs, tracking progress and achievements. Facilitated inclusive activities and socialization opportunities for children with special needs, promoting their personal growth and development. Provided one-on-one support and assistance to children with special needs, helping them achieve specific personal goals.

Collaborated with parents and other professionals to ensure effective support and continuity of care for children with special needs: Established regular communication channels with parents or guardians, seeking their feedback and input, and keeping them informed about their child’s progress and achievements.

Knowledgeable Experienced Effective Adaptable Organized Engaging Teamwork Multitasking

Strengths

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