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
|Class Teacher
Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria
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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
|Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria
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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
|Teaching Assistant
Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria
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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
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Post Graduate Diploma
Education
Corona College of Education
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Professional Diploma
Early Childhood Care Education & Primary Education
Yaba College of Technology
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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.