Babawande Olawale
Hamilton
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in pedagogy and curriculum development. Known for fostering collaborative environments and delivering impactful educational outcomes. Skilled in classroom management, instructional design, and student assessment. Adaptable and reliable, consistently aligning with evolving academic standards and institutional goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teaching Fellow
University of Waikato New Zealand
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Improved student comprehension by implementing creative teaching strategies and real-world examples in lessons.
- Integrated multicultural elements into lessons, encouraging global awareness and appreciation for diversity among students.
- Utilized formative assessment tools to identify areas for improvement and adjusted instruction accordingly, optimizing student progress.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to modify lesson plans based on student performance trends, leading to improved outcomes across all subject areas.
Lecturer
University Of Fort Hare
06.2018 - 12.2024
- Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
- Increased student interest by incorporating real-world examples into lessons and connecting material to relevant experiences.
- Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Kwara State School For Special Needs
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, adapting instruction accordingly to meet individual needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, using data analysis tools to inform ongoing instructional planning and decisionmaking.
Mathematics Teacher
Spring of Wisdom High School
01.2013 - 12.2014
- Collaborated with fellow math teachers on curriculum development, resulting in a more cohesive and comprehensive program.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Established a positive learning environment by enforcing consistent discipline and using effective classroom management techniques.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Improved students'' problem-solving abilities by incorporating real-life applications into mathematical concepts.
Mathematics Teacher
Excellent International College
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Consistently received positive evaluations from supervisors based on observation of instructional practices and impact on student learning.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Implemented various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring accessibility of content for all students.
- Developed assessment tools for monitoring student progress, allowing for targeted support and intervention where needed.
- Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through interactive and collaborative activities, contributing to improved student outcomes.
Special Education Teacher
School for Special Needs
02.2008 - 11.2010
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, adapting instruction accordingly to meet individual needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, using data analysis tools to inform ongoing instructional planning and decisionmaking.
- Implemented data-driven instructional practices, resulting in improved student performance on assessments and increased mastery of key concepts.
- Coordinated with related service providers to ensure seamless delivery of supports for students requiring additional interventions or therapies.
- Enhanced student motivation by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lesson plans.
- Served as a member of the school improvement team, contributing ideas for program enhancement and increased student achievement.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
Education
Ph.D. - Early Childhood Education And Care
University of Waikato
Hamilton, NZ10-2027
Master of Education - Mathematics Education
University of Ilorin
Ilorin, Nigeria02-2017
Bachelor of Science (Education) - Mathematics
University of Ilorin
Ilorin, Nigeria07-2013
Diploma - Accounting And Data Processing
University of Ilorin
Ilorin, Nigeria09-2008
Skills
- Classroom management expertise
- Digital citizenship
- Physical education techniques
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Educational research
- Differentiated instruction
- Small group instruction
- Individual education plans ieps
- Behavior intervention plans
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of ten staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team of six in the development of Democracy Inside Teacher Education in South Africa: Politics of Process.
- Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for completing Individual Support Plans.
- Worked one-on-one with neurodiversity student with autism.
Affiliations
- University of Waikato, New Zealand
Certification
- Teacher Registration Council of Nigeria [TRCN] - Trained and a Registered Teacher
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teaching Fellow
University of Waikato New Zealand
02.2025 - 06.2025
Lecturer
University Of Fort Hare
06.2018 - 12.2024
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Kwara State School For Special Needs
01.2015 - 12.2017
Mathematics Teacher
Spring of Wisdom High School
01.2013 - 12.2014
Mathematics Teacher
Excellent International College
01.2011 - 12.2013
Special Education Teacher
School for Special Needs
02.2008 - 11.2010
Ph.D. - Early Childhood Education And Care
University of Waikato
Master of Education - Mathematics Education
University of Ilorin
Bachelor of Science (Education) - Mathematics
University of Ilorin
Diploma - Accounting And Data Processing
University of Ilorin
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