STEM Education Specialist with Biology Expertise
Resume:
MICHAEL DWAMENA
Accra, Ghana.
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LinkedIn Profile: www.linkedin.com/in/michael-dwamena-124b42219 Professional Summary
Certified Biology and Science Teacher with 4+ years of experience teaching grades 7- 12 across international curricula. Passionate about student-centered learning, integrating STEM methodologies, and fostering global perspective in the classroom. Committed to academic excellence and student growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Biology Education, University of Education, Winneba - Ghana, 2021. Teaching Credentials: (Licensed Secondary Biology/Science Teacher - Ghana), National Teaching Council
Relevant Teaching Experience
Grade 7-9, Integrated Science Teacher, Word of Faith Christian School, Accra – Ghana September, 2025 – Present.
• Design and implement Science units integrating Biology, Chemistry and Physics concepts to foster interdisciplinary learning and improve student achievement across grades 7-9.
• Develop and deliver inquiry-based lesson that strengthen students’ problem-solving and analytical thinking skills, resulting in measurable growth in science literacy and laboratory performance.
• Integrate STEM and project-based learning approaches that enhance student engagement and promote real-world application of scientific principles.
• Collaborate with Mathematics and ICT departments to design cross-disciplinary projects that improve students’ data interpretation, experimentation and presentation skills. Grade 9- 12, Biology Teacher, Dekwwoah International School of Excellence, Monrovia – Liberia November, 2022– August, 2025
● Designed and implemented cross-curricular Biology units that improved students’ understanding and performance in A Level and IBDP Biology assessments by 20% over one semester.
● Implemented rigorous, inquiry-based Biology instruction aligned with international standards, resulting in over 15% improvement in student performance and a 100% pass rate in 2024 A Level and IBDP Biology external examination.
● Approximate class size of 30 -35 students.
● Delivered innovative and engaging inquiry-based Biology instruction to grades 9-12, effectively preparing students for success in the 2024 A Level and IBDP external examinations through a strong conceptual understanding and scientific inquiry.
● Teaching 40 hours per week as a full-time teacher Additional Roles:
Head of Science Department.
Staff Advisor, Science Club and Assistant Basketball Coach
Member of Management (managing the school's machineries, examples, School buses, computers and smart boards).
Grade 9- 12 Biology and Integrated Science Teacher, St. Peter’s Mission Schools, Accra – Ghana September, 2021 – September, 2022.
● Created and Delivered Biology and Integrated Science to students in Grade 9 - 12
● Approximate class size of 40 - 45 students
● Delivered up to 45 hours of instruction per week as a full-time Biology and Science educator, ensuring curriculum coverage and student engagement across grades 9-12. Grade 10 - 12 Biology Teacher, IES Hout Bay International School, Cape Town - South Africa December 2020- June 2021.
● Designed and implemented IBDP Biology to students in Grade 10 - 12
● Approximate class size of 25 –30 students
● Delivered up to 25 hours of instruction per week as an intern Biology instructor. Key Skills
• Classroom Management and Discipline
• Lesson Planning and Curriculum Design
• Differentiated Instruction
• Instructional Technology (EdTech Tools, Google Classroom, MS Teams Smart Board etc.)
• Cross-culture Communication and Collaboration
• Student-centered Learning and Team Player
• Adaptability to Diverse Learning Styles
Achievement and Awards
● Recipient, Best Teacher Award, Liberia National Science And Math Quiz, June, 2024
● Recipient, Most Performing Science Teacher Award, Dekwwoah International School of Excellence [D-WISE], May, 2024.
Professional Development
• Educational Workshops
• TEFL Certification
• Teaching and Learning Certification from Creative Education, UK
• Teaching and Learning Pedagogy and STEM Science
• Digital Tools Certification (Google Certified Teacher, Level 1 and 2) Languages and Technology
English: (Fluent)
Tools: Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Document, Class Dojo, Canva. References: Available Upon Request.
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