James More Blessings Dassin

 A dedicated and experienced Primary and Junior High school teacher with 5+ years of teaching experience and a passion for helping young learners achieve their full potential. With experience drawn from handling all levels of primary and Junior High education I have developed and mastered an approach to teaching that is learner-centered, and I strive to create a positive and engaging learning environment that fosters curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning. Skilled in creating lesson plans that are tailored to individual needs, I am committed to helping each child reach their full potential. Looking forward to a teaching position in an institution that values innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence in education, where I can use my expertise to move the institution to another level.

SKILLS
Strong knowledge of curriculum development and implementation. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to engage pupils and foster a love of learning.
Skilled in creating lesson plans that cater to individual student needs.
Experience working with students who have diverse learning needs.
Excellent leadership.
Very creative.

EDUCATION

• AA Degree, Cornerstone College of Professional Educational and Technology (CCPET) –(ongoing).
• Diploma, Bo – Community High School – 2017-2018.

Certificates
• Certificate, Give Her A Chance (GHAC) Training Institute, 2023.
• Certificate, National Youth Symposium, 2023

WORK EXPERIENCE
• Achiever Academy International School System, Kobono Shop, Brewerville City, Montserrado County, Liberia, 2020 – 2023.
General Science and Health Science Teacher (Elementary and Junior High Division)
• Fostered a positive and inclusive classroom environment, promoting respect, kindness, and cooperation among pupils.
• Collaborated with colleagues to develop and implement school-wide initiatives, such as literacy programs and social-emotional learning strategies.
• Communicated regularly with parents to provide updates on learners’ progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Christianville Academy, Christianville Community, Brewerville City, Montserrado County,
Liberia, West-Africa, 2018 – Present.
Vice Principal for Instruction & General Science and Health Science Teacher Elementary & Junior High Division
• Instrumental in increasing overall test scores for struggling pupils by 15% by researching and implementing well-rated professional development workshops that focus on instructing slow learners.
• Boosted parent involvement in the school community by personally contacting each family and.
Providing parents with resources and assistance if their child was struggling.
• Increased learners’ achievement by 20% over three years by implementing research-based best practices in daily planning and classroom instruction.
• Created a positive classroom environment that fostered social-emotional growth and learning, resulting in improved pupils behavior and academic performance.
• Bo–Community High School, Bo-Waterside, Tewor District, Grand Cape Mount County, Liberia, 2015 – 2018.
Kindergarten Teacher
• Created entertaining course activities to promote kids’ interest in class, including storytelling performances, picture books, word games, and sketchbooks.
• Ensured the safety of 25+ pupils during lunch, play, and nap time while designing activities to emphasize teamwork and foster children’s communication and cooperation abilities.
• Observed kids’ behavior and skill development, and prepared to learn the material to further stimulate their attention toward new activities and instructional materials.
• Developed close relationships with parents by updating them regularly about their children’s conduct and performance and collaborated with other nursery teachers to develop new in-class activities to foster students’ reading and writing skills.
• Grand Cape Mount County Movie Federation
Grand Cape Mount, Republic of Liberia, West -Africa
Secretary General, 2020-Present.