FLORA CHIDIMMA AKUNAEZIRI
Riyadh
Summary
Accomplished educator with expertise in lesson planning and classroom management, enhancing student engagement at Academic City International School. Boosted attendance by 75% through innovative teaching strategies. Proven adaptability and teamwork skills, fostering a collaborative learning environment. Recognized for outstanding classroom management during COBIS Mock Inspection.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary/Humanities and Social Studies Teacher
Academic City International School
Riyadh
08.2023 - Current
- Instructed middle school students in humanities and social studies to develop critical thinking skills.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive lesson plans in World History, improving student understanding of cultural and historical contexts.
- Instructed elementary students in core subjects to promote academic growth.
- Mentored and advised extracurricular clubs focused on social studies topics.
- Coordinated Elementary, Middle and High School Girls Drama Competition, leading to school ranking in top 5.
- Designed and administered assessments to evaluate student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
- Maintained student attendance, evaluations, and disciplinary records, contributing to 75% increase in attendance.
Life Skills Teacher
Alkhaleej Training and Education
Alkhobar
06.2024 - 07.2025
- Taught high school students essential life skills, including public speaking, strategic planning, job market navigation, vision setting, risk management, data analytics, and artificial intelligence, enhancing their readiness for real-world challenges.
- Conducted public speaking exercises that enhanced student confidence in presentations.
- Facilitated engaging activities that elevated student participation and fostered a collaborative learning environment.
- Documented 90% of creative tasks submitted by students, showcasing their progress and creativity.
Classroom Teacher
Bells and Bridges Bilingual Schools
Abuja
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Contributed to curriculum development teams, aligning content with state standards.
- Adapted teaching materials to meet the needs of students with special education requirements.
- Encouraged student participation and active learning through group projects and presentations.
- Taught elementary subjects and supported yearbook production, fostering student engagement and teamwork.
- Mentored new teachers by sharing effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Coordinated school-wide events and activities, enhancing community involvement and school spirit.
Classroom Teacher
Springhall British School
Maitama
09.2015 - 07.2022
- Achieved 75% of students meeting expected end-of-year academic levels, demonstrating effective instructional strategies.
- Recorded GOOD with OUTSTANDING features during school's COBIS Mock Inspection, February 2020; recorded OUTSTANDING for Classroom Management/Climate.
- Taught elementary subjects and supported yearbook production, enhancing student engagement.
- Coordinated drama club activities and school events, fostering student creativity and collaboration.
- Won Team of the Term Award, (Literacy Week Planning Committee), March 2019.
- Scored 1st Position (Emerald House Master), for Springhall British School Sports Day, February 2019.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Education
National Teacher's Institute
Kaduna, NigeriaB.A - History, and International Studies
University of Jos
Plateau State, NigeriaWest African Senior School Certificate -
Faith Divine College
Jos, Plateau State, NigeriaFirst School Leaving Certificate -
Unijos Women Association, Nursery/Primary School
Jos, Plateau State, NigeriaMaster of Education - Educational Planning And Administration
Open University of Nigeria
Abuja, NigeriaSkills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Conflict resolution
- Resilience building
- Conflict resolution
Community Service
Member, NYSC Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Club, 08/2012 - 02/2013, Group committed in sensitizing the youths about the dangers of engaging in economic and financial crimes in Nigeria, Africa, and the World at large.
Languages
- Igbo
- Hausa
- English, Proficient (C2)
- Igbo, Intermediate (B1)
- Hausa, Elementary (A2)
Trainings And Membership
- 120 - Hour TESOL/TEFL Certificate, 02/2025
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), 11/2023
- Education USA in collaboration with IDP Education - Saudi Arabia, 01/2024
- Using Classera, 08/2023
- Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN), 08/2023
- British Council Partner Schools Global Network, 12/2019 - 06/2020
- Medic First Aid Training Program, 04/2019
- Educare - Experts in Safeguarding and Duty of Care Training, 2018/2019
- Using ClassDojo, ClassDojo, 03/2021
- Kudirat Initiative for Democracy (KIND), 04/2010
Timeline
Life Skills Teacher
Alkhaleej Training and Education
06.2024 - 07.2025
Elementary/Humanities and Social Studies Teacher
Academic City International School
08.2023 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Bells and Bridges Bilingual Schools
09.2022 - 06.2023
Classroom Teacher
Springhall British School
09.2015 - 07.2022
Post Graduate Diploma - Education
National Teacher's Institute
B.A - History, and International Studies
University of Jos
West African Senior School Certificate -
Faith Divine College
First School Leaving Certificate -
Unijos Women Association, Nursery/Primary School
Master of Education - Educational Planning And Administration
Open University of Nigeria