Chinonyelum C. Ike | Freelancer Resume

Chinonyelum Chinecherem Ike Professional Summary TEFL-certified online English Language educator with nine years of teaching experience helping diverse ESL learners improve fluency and communication skills. Skilled in remote teaching, student engagement, and digital platform integration. Demonstrated success in improving academic performance, mentoring learners, facilitating literature-based instruction, and aligning teaching with national curriculum standards. Experienced examiner and curriculum contributor, committed to nurturing critical thinking, writing competence, and scholarly discipline among students in preparation for tertiary education. Core Competencies - Online ESL Tutoring - CEFR-Based Lesson Planning and Content Delivery - Virtual Classroom Management - Zoom - Google Classroom - Learning Management Systems Grammar & Writing Instruction - Digital Literacy - Assessment & Feedback - English Language & Literature Instruction - National Curriculum Alignment - Essay Writing & Assessment - Critical Reading & Literary Analysis - Examination Preparation (WAEC/NECO) - Academic Mentorship - Educational Editorial Work - Student Performance Evaluation Learner-Centered Pedagogy - Classroom & Behavior Management - Communication & Collaboration - Leadership and Team Work Professional Experience Sprout Hall International Schools — English Language & Class Teacher Port Harcourt, Nigeria · Sept 2019 – Mar 2023 ● Taught English Language and Literature to junior and senior secondary students with focus on WAEC/NECO exam preparation. ● Improved student academic performance in English by 50% through scaffolded instruction and regular formative assessment. ● Mentored learners in reading comprehension, writing proficiency, and literary analysis using texts aligned with national academic standards. ● Co-developed class-level instructional strategies, administered termly evaluations, and monitored academic growth using digital tracking. ● Engaged with parents and academic staff to address learner development and language proficiency gaps. ● Used Zoom and Google Classroom to manage hybrid learning for 50+ students. Unique High School — English Language & Class Teacher Jos, Plateau State · May 2016 – July 2019 ● Instructed over 150 students in English grammar, composition, and literature for junior and senior secondary levels using CEFR-aligned lessons, digital tools and student-centered methods. ● Coached students in academic and competitive writing, leading to 3 Honourable Mentions in the Trust for Sustainable Living International Essay Competition. ● Oversaw writing projects for editorial publication and contributed to the development and editing of the school’s magazine and graduating yearbook over three academic sessions. ● Created digital and print content for school publications and student writing workshops. ● Increased student writing fluency by 35% through targeted feedback. ● Conducted collaborative teaching with colleagues and led small-group tutorial sessions to support struggling learners. West African Examination Council (WAEC) — English Language Examiner Jos, Plateau State · June 2017 ● Evaluated and marked 200+ WASSCE essay scripts, adhering strictly to examination rubrics and national assessment standards. ● Participated in examiner coordination with fellow educators to standardize grading protocols and ensure fairness in student assessment. Dennis Memorial Grammar School (DMGS) — Teaching Intern (Literature & English) Onitsha, Anambra State · Sept 2012 – Dec 2012 ● Delivered English and Literature-in-English lessons to junior secondary students as part of teacher training practicum. ● Designed and marked student assignments, provided timely feedback, and implemented interactive strategies to improve participation and learning outcomes. Education University of Jos Master of Education in English Language Teaching · Aug 2021 Master’s Thesis (unpublished) The Effects of the Six Write Traits Strategy on the Writing Performance of Junior Secondary School Two Students in Obio/Akor Local Government Area, Rivers State Certifications ● Communication Skills for Educators, British Council · Jan 2025 ● TEFL Certification (120 Hours), Teacher Record · Sept 2024 ● Nigeria Fellowship of Evangelical Students (NiFES) / August 2013 ● Microsoft Office & Digital Literacy, AfriHub · June 2013 Honours & Academic Recognition ● Teacher Champion, Trust for Sustainable Living International Essay Competition · 2019 Languages English — Full Professional Proficiency Igbo — Full Professional Proficiency German — Intermediate Academic Interests English education · Literature pedagogy · Writing instruction · Student mentorship Essay coaching · Critical reading · Secondary–Tertiary transition support