OLUYEMISI OKE

Class Teacher
Surulere, NG.

About

I believe that true education happens at the intersection of high expectations and deep empathy. My practice is built on the understanding that every classroom is a unique ecosystem; I specialise in cultivating environments where intellectual curiosity is matched by emotional safety. Rather than viewing assessment as a finality, I use it as a diagnostic tool to understand how a student learns, allowing me to pivot my instruction in real-time to ensure no learner is left behind. I am a collaborative partner to parents and a dedicated advocate for the ‘whole child’, committed to the belief that when we prioritise a student’s sense of belonging, academic excellence follows naturally.

Work

Children's International School
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Class Teacher

Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria

Highlights

Plan and teach engaging, student-centred lessons based on the National Curriculum, ensuring every child is challenged and making clear progress.

Use a variety of teaching methods to support the diverse needs of every pupil, including those with SEN and EAL requirements, as well as high-attaining individuals.

Track and analyse student progress to inform lesson planning and successfully drive measurable gains in student attainment and growth.

Create a positive and well-managed classroom environment based on mutual respect, where students feel safe, included and ready to learn.

Delivers timely and constructive feedback to empower students to develop independence and take meaningful ownership of their individual learning journeys.

Contributes strategically to curriculum design, ensuring the delivery of a broad, balanced and enriching educational experience.

Builds positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues to support both academic success and personal well-being.

Uphold rigorous professional and safeguarding standards, actively engaging in collaborative practice and continuous professional development (CPD) to refine instructional effectiveness.

Children's International School
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Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria

Highlights

Cultivated a conducive and safe learning environment, fostering student expression and collaborative peer interaction to enhance educational engagement.

Planned and prepared comprehensive, student-centric lessons aligned with National Curriculum requirements, ensuring accessibility and engagement for diverse learners.

Delivered engaging lessons and provided targeted support, contributing to student progress and assisting with assessment and constructive feedback processes.

Collaborated with class teachers to assess student progress, implementing differentiated instruction and targeted support to address specific learning needs effectively.

Implemented proactive strategies to promote positive behavior and effectively manage classroom dynamics, fostering a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.

Collaborated closely with the Head of Year (HOY) to oversee and facilitate the training and professional development of other teaching assistants.

Partnered with the HOY to develop and implement initiatives that improved reading abilities for students across the year group.

Led and facilitated planning meetings and group Continuing Professional Development (CPD) sessions, enhancing team collaboration and instructional effectiveness.

Children's International School
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Teaching Assistant

Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria

Highlights

Collaborated with teachers to plan and implement lessons, ensuring alignment with school curriculum, goals, and objectives for effective instruction.

Monitored student safety during field trips and within school premises, managing roll call and group movement to ensure secure environments.

Provided individualized and small-group tutoring to struggling students, reinforcing learning concepts and improving academic comprehension.

Prepared and organized visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays, significantly enhancing teacher's lesson delivery and student engagement.

Managed and collated essential classroom materials, streamlining preparation for daily instruction and activities for teaching staff.

Assessed student assignments for quality and completeness, ensuring readiness for submission and contributing to accurate grading.

Utilized behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to effectively impart and reinforce crucial social skills among students.

Implemented tailored individual learning plans for 5 students per term, facilitating acquisition of new skills and enhancing knowledge retention.

Education

National Open University, Nigeria
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Post Graduate Diploma

Education

Corona College of Education
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Professional Diploma

Early Childhood Care Education & Primary Education

Yaba College of Technology
Yaba, Lagos, Nigeria

HND

Business Administration

Grade: Upper credit

Certificates

Metacognition: A Self Regulated Approach to Teaching and Learning.

Issued By

National College

Effective Assessment Strategies to Measure Student Progression

Issued By

National College

Certificate in Leading Teaching Assistants

Issued By

National College

Annual Certificate in Safeguarding Refresher

Issued By

National College

mAdvanced Certificate in Assessment & Feedback | Primary

Issued By

National College

Primary Reading: Inspire a Love of Reading and Enhance Literacy Skills

Issued By

National College

Adaptive Teaching: Stretch and Challenge for All Pupils I Primary

Issued By

National College

Recognising and Supporting Pupils with ADHD I Primary

Issued By

National College

Harnessing the Power of Effective Questioning in the Classroom to Improve Pupil Outcomes

Issued By

National College

Using Positive Behaviour Strategies to Prevent Classroom Disruption | Primary

Issued By

National College

Introduction to Safeguarding and Child Protection

Issued By

Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency/OEDA

Annual Certification in Child Protection and Safeguarding for Staff | International Schools

Issued By

National College

Understanding and Implementing Positive Psychology to Enhance Pupil Outcomes

Issued By

National College

How to Teach Effective Critical Thinking Skills to Support Pupil's Learning and Growth

Issued By

National College

Teaching Character and Creating Positive Classrooms

Issued By

Relay-Graduate School of Education & Coursera

Teacher Development Programme

Issued By

Optimus Education

Quality First Teaching

Issued By

Optimus Education

SEND Inclusive Teaching Programme Unit 1-5

Issued By

Optimus Education

Differentiation for Catch-up

Issued By

Optimus Education

Differentiation in Practice

Issued By

Optimus Education

EAL for Classroom Teachers

Issued By

Optimus Education

Safeguarding A Whole School Programme

Issued By

Optimus Education

Microsoft Certified Educator

Issued By

Microsoft

Questioning for Challenge

Issued By

Optimus Education

Teaching Assistants: Successful Partnerships

Issued By

Optimus Education

Professional Qualifying Examination

Issued By

Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria

Advanced Certificate in Leadership

Issued By

Daystar Leadership Academy

Basic Certificate in Leadership

Issued By

Daystar Leadership Academy

Skills

Verbal and Written Communication Skills

Verbal and Written Communication Skills.

Lesson Planning and Preparation

Lesson Planning and Preparation.

Classroom Behaviour Management

Classroom Behaviour Management.

Caring and Empathetic Demeanour

Caring and Empathetic Demeanour.

Group and Individual Instruction

Group and Individual Instruction.

Experience with Diverse Student Populations

Experience with Diverse Student Populations.

No Child Left Behind Requirement

No Child Left Behind Requirement.

Facilitating Online Learning

Facilitating Online Learning.

Reinforcing Learning Concepts

Reinforcing Learning Concepts.

Adaptability and Problem-Solving

Adaptability and Problem-Solving.

Leadership and Collaboration

Leadership and Collaboration.

Creativity and Reflectiveness

Creativity and Reflectiveness.

Organisation and Time Management

Organisation and Time Management.

Social and Emotional Intelligence

Social and Emotional Intelligence.

Google Classroom

Google Classroom.

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Office.

Creative Visual Displays

Creative Visual Displays.