Bamidele Ola
Sociologist, Specialisations In Gender, Human Development And Population Health
Hong Kong
Summary
Student-centered academic with expertise in Sociology, gender, human development, health, quantitative and qualitative research methods. Offers more than 10-year background supporting students, developing instructional plans and organizing and grading exams and tests. Commended for sustaining effective learning environment through prepared classes and relevant assignments and consistently achieving classroom management and academic goals.
Charismatic, enthusiastic and dedicated to providing students with necessary tools to achieve academic goals and prepare for future careers. History of high student engagement at graduate and undergraduate levels.
Eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Hong Kong Baptist University
Hong Kong
09.2019 - Current
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Implemented practice exercises and group assignments to assist students in quick information grasping.
- Recorded grades for coursework and tests in online reporting system.
- Studied and implemented latest information on specific subjects and learning strategies.
- Provided instructional support to students unable to attend regular classes.
- Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Institute of Demography, National Research University Higher School of Economics
Moscow
01.2017 - 09.2019
- Taught Advanced Research Methods and Academic Writing for culturally-diverse classes of Masters and first year PhD students.
- Prepared lessons according to course outline to convey required material and deepen student understanding of subject matter.
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
- Documented attendance and completed assignments to maintain full class and student records.
- Worked with teachers in evaluating student progress, needs and gains.
- Coordinated homework and assignments for absent students.
- Assisted faculty with copying papers, collecting assignments and preparing materials for upcoming classes.
- Taught small groups of students focused on specific parts of coursework, especially hands-on use of statistical software for data analysis.
Subject Teacher
Basil International College
Lagos, Nigeria
09.2014 - 09.2016
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
- Used tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
- Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Documented attendance, assignments, grades and participation for over 50 students.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
Lecturer, Sociology
Topclass Academy
Lagos, Nigeria
02.2012 - 08.2014
- Taught introductory sociology to distant learning students and in face-to-face meetings
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
- Mentored undergraduate and graduate students in effective next-steps for education and career preparedness.
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
- Delivered lectures at appropriate pace and pronunciation for optimal audience comprehension by non-native English-speaking students.
Social Researcher
National Institute of Medical Research (NIMR)
Lagos, Nigeria
04.2011 - 05.2011
- Collected and recorded public health data at various field sites for later assessment and data analysis.
- Created and implemented procedures to obtain required information and support research goals.
- Took active role in departmental meetings, engaging with all parties and transcribing detailed notes of plans, decisions and options discussed.
- Performed in-depth interviews with research subjects and compiled data and analyses into reports for review by group leader.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Education
Ph.D. - Economic Sociology And Demography
Higher School of Economics
Moscow, Russian Federation 10.2017 - 11.2021
Ph.D. - Sociology
Hong Kong Baptist University
Hong Kong 09.2019 - Current
Master of Science - Population And Development
Higher School of Economics
Moscow, Russian Federation 09.2016 - 06.2018
Master of Science - Sociology
University of Lagos
Nigeria 10.2011 - 02.2014
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Ado-Ekiti (Ekiti State University)
Nigeria 09.2002 - 12.2007
Skills
Teaching pedagogy
undefinedStory-telling, Scriptwriting and Playwright
I write and tell inspiring stories that can motivate others unto success and determinations to attain excellence, peace and safety in all human endeavors.
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Hong Kong Baptist University
09.2019 - Current
Ph.D. - Sociology
Hong Kong Baptist University
09.2019 - Current
Ph.D. - Economic Sociology And Demography
Higher School of Economics
10.2017 - 11.2021
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Institute of Demography, National Research University Higher School of Economics
01.2017 - 09.2019
Master of Science - Population And Development
Higher School of Economics
09.2016 - 06.2018
Subject Teacher
Basil International College
09.2014 - 09.2016
Lecturer, Sociology
Topclass Academy
02.2012 - 08.2014
Master of Science - Sociology
University of Lagos
10.2011 - 02.2014
Social Researcher
National Institute of Medical Research (NIMR)
04.2011 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Ado-Ekiti (Ekiti State University)
09.2002 - 12.2007
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