Oluwasegun Shona
Uralsk
Summary
Innovative biology Tutor with 20 years of hands-on experience teaching biology to students at private schools. Polished in conducting lab experiments and other scientific investigations and evaluating student performance. Familiar with various teaching methods such as direct instruction, personalized learning and differentiated learning. Detailed and productive professional passionate about helping students improve grades and academics.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Biology
Nazarbayev Intellectual School of Physics and Mathematics
08.2023 - Current
- Engage in co-teaching of grade 11 and 12 biology students with local teachers
- Help with IELTS preparation of students opting to take the IELTS exam
- Coordinate the project-based learning programme in the biology department
- Help with standardising students in preparation for their external exams
- Conduct English lessons for local teachers
- Assist in preparation for CIS inspection
- Incorporate hands-on activities and various strategies to instill passion and love for biology in students.
Biology teacher/Science teacher/HOD Science
International School of Seychelles
08.2019 - 07.2023
- Tutored KS3 Science, IGCSE and A level Biology
- Carried out lesson observations on teachers in the science department
- Mediated the purchase of departmental resources
- Anchored departmental meetings
- Mentored a group of year 11 students as a tutor
- Integrated hands-on activities into lessons to facilitate comprehension of difficult biological concepts
- Encouraged critical thinking by posing open-ended questions during class discussions
Biology teacher
Oxbridge Tutorial College
08.2016 - 08.2019
- Taught CAIE A level Biology and NCUK-IFY Foundation Biology
- Mentored Juniour staff at the Biology unit head
- Conducted training and supervised project work as the Project-Based Learning Coordinator
- Participated in professional development workshops related to best teaching practices for biology classes.
Biology/Science teacher
Dowen College
09.2015 - 08.2016
- Provided Basic Science, IGCSE and WAEC Biology lessons
- Served as the quiz anchor
- Maintained student attendance records, grades, and other required records as the class teacher
- Demonstrated knowledge of a wide range of biological concepts through engaging lectures and activities.
Biology teacher
Supreme Education Foundatiion
09.2013 - 08.2015
- Tutored CAIE A-level Biology
- Mediated the media club activities
- Developed and fine-tuned practical skills
- Prepared materials for laboratory activities and course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
Biology teacher
Lagos Cambridge Tutorial College
01.2010 - 08.2015
- Instructed CAIE IGCSE and A-level Biology
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
Biology teacher
Western College
08.2007 - 06.2009
- Taught Lower secondary Agricultural science and WAEC Biology to Senior Secondary Students
- Provided individualized support for students struggling with course material.
Biology teacher
STA International School
09.2006 - 03.2007
- Conducted Basic Science and WAEC Biology classes
- Demonstrated knowledge of a wide range of biological concepts through engaging lectures and activities.
- Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records, and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
Biology teacher
Bright Star Comprehensive High School
04.2006 - 09.2006
- Taught WAEC Biology and Chemistry
- Provided individualized support for students struggling with course material
- Encouraged critical thinking by posing open-ended questions during class discussions.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
Biology teacher
Wantor Model College
09.2004 - 08.2005
- Instructed students in Basic Science and WAEC Biology
- Encouraged critical thinking by posing open-ended questions during class discussions
- Promoted peer education on reproductive health issues.
Education
Master's - Education
University of South Wales
06.2021
Certification - Education
University of Ilorin
12.2017
Master's - Microbiology
University of Lagos
01.2009
Bachelor's - Microbiology
University of Lagos
06.2004
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Educational Leadership
- Project-based learning
- IB and Edexcel evaluation
- Educational Research
- Laboratory Experiments
- Microsoft Office suite
Certification
- Qualified Teacher Status (UK)
- May Marking workshop, CAIE AS and A level Biology (9700)
- TEFL; 120-Hour master certificate course
- Extension Cambridge International AS & A Level Biology (9700)
- Cambridge International Education Professional Development Course Intermediate (9700)
- Teacher's Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN)
Accomplishments
- 100% pass rate A-A in the 2022/2023 CAIE A2 Biology exams
- 90% pass rate A-C in the 2022/2023 CAIE IGCSE Biology exams
- 90% pass rate in CAIE IGCSE (A-C) and A2 (A-A) Biology exams in the 2020/2021 session
- 88.3% pass rate in CAIE AS and A2 (A-D) Biology in the 2016/2017 academic year
- Winner of the award of the most improved subject in the 2016/2017 academic year
- Produced CAIE top in-country student in biology in the 2016/2017 academic year
- 100% pass rate in WAEC exams in the 2015/2016 academic year
- Creating the picture quiz competition
- 88% pass rate A-D in the 2013/2014 CAIE A level exams in the 2014/2015
- 100% pass rate A-D in CAIE A levels in the 2013/2014 academic year
- 100% pass rate in the NECO Biology in the 2008/2009 academic year
- District's quiz competition anchor
- Mentoring a reproductive health education club
References
- Baktygul Segizbayeva, NIS Uralsk Vice Principal, +87027998079, segizbaeva_b@ura.nis.edu.kz
- Mrs Elodie Vallantine, International School of Seychelles, +2482714360, elodie.vallantine@iss.sc
- Mrs Daniella Bibi, International School of Seychelles, +2482599521, daniella.lenclume@iss.sc
- Mrs Jyoti Sharma, Oxbridge Tutorial College, +2348088277044, jyotichem2020@gmail.com
Personal Information
- Dependents: 3
- Date of Birth: 04/05/76
- Nationality: Nigeria
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Biology
Nazarbayev Intellectual School of Physics and Mathematics
08.2023 - Current
Biology teacher/Science teacher/HOD Science
International School of Seychelles
08.2019 - 07.2023
Biology teacher
Oxbridge Tutorial College
08.2016 - 08.2019
Biology/Science teacher
Dowen College
09.2015 - 08.2016
Biology teacher
Supreme Education Foundatiion
09.2013 - 08.2015
Biology teacher
Lagos Cambridge Tutorial College
01.2010 - 08.2015
Biology teacher
Western College
08.2007 - 06.2009
Biology teacher
STA International School
09.2006 - 03.2007
Biology teacher
Bright Star Comprehensive High School
04.2006 - 09.2006
Biology teacher
Wantor Model College
09.2004 - 08.2005
Master's - Education
University of South Wales
Certification - Education
University of Ilorin
Master's - Microbiology
University of Lagos
Bachelor's - Microbiology
University of Lagos
- Qualified Teacher Status (UK)
- May Marking workshop, CAIE AS and A level Biology (9700)
- TEFL; 120-Hour master certificate course
- Extension Cambridge International AS & A Level Biology (9700)
- Cambridge International Education Professional Development Course Intermediate (9700)
- Teacher's Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN)
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