Segun Okeowo AJAYI English tutor /founder of King David Royal Academy
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I have an impressive professional teaching background (after graduation) with over 10 years of experience. My achievements are notable, including:

- Preparing students for SAT examinations
- Partnering with a senior colleague to present students for IGCSE, with one student achieving third overall best in the world
- Presenting students for Cambridge Lower Secondary School Checkpoint, surpassing Cambridge standards
- Achieving excellent results with your students in various national examinations, including BECE, WAEC, NABTEB, and JSCE

A FEW OF MY STUDENTS' OUTSTANDING RESULTS
• I have partnered with a senior colleague (the school register) and presented students for IGCSE with one of our students badging third overall best in the world
• I have personally presented students for Cambridge Lower Secondary School Checkpoint, thereby surpassing Cambridge standard for English with 41/50 (82%) as well as 14 A's, while others got between B's and minimum of C's of 28 students who recently sat for the National examination class l presented (Basic Education Certificate Examination _ BECE).
• I also just presented Year 9 students (2024/2025) Academic Session for the Cambridge Checkpoint English (English as a Second Language and First Language English).

MY CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ARE ALSO IMPRESSIVE:

- Certified teacher under the Teachers' Registration Council of Nigeria
- Certified in Child's Right Protection courses under the Lagos State government
- Certified Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) teacher
- Trained in Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)
- Completed a paid course as an IGCSE marker
- Recently, last year in September, completed a TEFL 120-hours course with outstanding certification

MY 21ST CENTURY TEACHING METHODOLOGIES

✅ Student-Centered Approach
- Personalized learning: Tailor lessons to individual students' needs, interests, and learning styles.
- Interactive activities: Incorporate discussions, role-plays, and group work to engage students and promote active learning.

✅ Communicative Language Teaching
- Real-life applications: Use authentic materials and scenarios to teach language in context.
- Focus on fluency: Encourage students to communicate effectively, rather than just focusing on grammar rules.

✅ Task-Based Learning
- Practical tasks: Design lessons around real-life tasks, such as ordering food, making appointments, or writing emails.
- Problem-solving: Encourage students to work together to solve problems, promoting critical thinking and collaboration.

✅ Technology Integration
- Online resources: Utilize digital tools, such as language learning apps, videos, and podcasts, to supplement lessons.
- Virtual classrooms: Leverage online platforms to facilitate remote learning, using features like screen sharing, chat boxes, and breakout rooms.

✅ Assessment and Feedback
- Formative assessments: Regularly monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback to guide improvement.
- Summative assessments: Evaluate student learning at the end of lessons or units, using a variety of assessment types.

✅ Cultural Sensitivity
- Awareness of cultural differences: Be mindful of students' cultural backgrounds and adapt teaching methods accordingly.
- Inclusive learning environment: Foster a welcoming and respectful classroom atmosphere, encouraging students to share their perspectives.

✅ Continuous Professional Development
- Staying updated: Engage in ongoing professional development, staying current with best practices, research, and technology.
- Reflective practice: Regularly reflect on teaching methods, seeking ways to improve and adapt to student needs.

By incorporating these methodologies, I can create engaging, effective, and student-centered lessons that cater to diverse learning needs.

My confidence in my abilities and my enthusiasm for teaching are evident. I would be a valuable asset to any educational institution.

Subjects

  • Social Studies Grade 1-Grade 9

  • Mathematics Grade 1-Grade 4

  • English language Grade 1-Bachelors/Undergraduate

  • CRS (Christian Religious Studies) Grade 1-Bachelors/Undergraduate

  • English & Literature Grade 1-Grade 12

Experience

  • English and Literature teacher (Jan, 2023–Present) at Rainbow College, Maba, Ogun State
    I have taught and still teaching English and Literature in English to Years 7-10, preparing students for JAMB, presented different Year 9 sets for Cambridge examinations (both English as a Second Language and First Language English). I also rekindled the Drama club in the school
  • English and Literature teacher, Class teacher, Drama and Literary and debating clubs adviser, and 14 clubs coordinator (Jan, 2015–Dec, 2022) at Marywood Girls College, Lagos, Nigeria
    I taught English Language and Literature in English to Years 7-10, functioned as Class teacher for approximately 8 years, functioned as Drama and Literary and debating clubs adviser, functioned as the clubs coordinator of the whole 14 clubs in the school as well as exceptional internal and external results having presented the students for the exams. I also prepared students for Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT), BECE, NECO, etcetera
  • English, Christian Religion Studies, and Literature teacher (Corp member) (Jan, 2014–Oct, 2014) at Anumaka Comprehensive High School, Anumaka, Oguta, Imo State, Nigeria
    I acted as the class teacher of Year 12, taught English to Year 9-12, and taught Christian Religious Studies as well to both Year 9 and 10 and also functioned as the students' pastor in the whole school
  • English and Literature teacher (May, 2013–Oct, 2013) at Emmanuel Royal College, Okitipupa, Ondo State, Nigeria
    I taught Year 8 Literature in English, Prepared new intakes for full admission processes in the classroom, acted as a class teacher, and taught Year 11 English Language

Education

  • Certification (Jul, 2024–Sep, 2024) from TEFL 120 Hour Program, Teaching English as a Foreign Language
  • Certification (Sep, 2018–Sep, 2018) from Cambridge Assessment International Examination
  • Masters of Arts in English (Jan, 2016–now) from University of Lagos, Akoka
  • Bachelor of Arts in English Education (Mar, 2008–Mar, 2013) from Obafemi awolowo university, ile ife ace ondo

Fee details

    ₦5,000–15,000/hour (US$3.65–10.94/hour)

    My charges vary based on time, location, class or category of students, as well as examination type

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