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OWOYEMI DARE
English, Chemistry, and Biology Teacher
Chun Wah Villas, Tai Tong Road. Yuen Long,NYL
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Seth Godin
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Summary
Curriculum professional developing English and science programmes across Cambridge, DSE, and local-school contexts. Coordinates curriculum planning, literacy strategy, and assessment preparation while supporting 5+ teachers per week with shared lesson design and student engagement activities. Connects classroom practice with competition-ready learning experiences and school-level improvement goals.
Overview
2
Languages
4
Certificates
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lutheran Tsang Shing Siu Leun SchoolHong Kong
EDB Native English Teacher
09.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Deliver 24 English lessons per week across all levels with a focus on literacy, phonics and communication skills.
- Lead teacher co-planning meetings to align English instruction, curriculum pacing, and literacy priorities across levels.
- Develop English curriculum materials and assessment approaches that strengthen reading, writing, and classroom consistency.
- Implement school-wide literacy strategies that support students and reinforce shared instructional standards.
- Advise the principal on English language policy and student engagement practices to support school priorities.
- Prepare students for external competitions while providing feedback that strengthens confidence, clarity, and delivery.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and improve classroom engagement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that promote teamwork and integrated learning experiences.
- Facilitated professional development workshops, enhancing instructional practices across the faculty and promoting best practices in education.
- Led extracurricular programs that enriched students' educational experience, encouraging personal growth and social responsibility.
The Yuen Yuen Institute Chan Kwok Chiu Hing Tak SchoolHong Kong
English Class Teacher / Science Teacher
09.2020 - 08.2025
Job overview
- Led 85% student participation rate across clubs and competitions through drama, coding, and publication activities.
- Supported 26 students weekly through English and science instruction, adapting lessons to class needs.
- Taught Science and related topics, preparing experiment apparatus and demonstrations for hands-on learning.
- Coordinated Level and ECA departments as Panel Head, aligning daily operations and school activities.
- Founded and led the Drama Team, School English News Channel, African Drum Club, Coding Class, Cooking Class, and Publication Team.
- Prepared students for external competitions and supported award-winning participation through targeted coaching and review.
- Developed literacy-focused activities and class materials to strengthen English communication and student confidence.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, providing tailored feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to refine teaching strategies and share best practices.
Buddhist Tai Kwong CollegeTai Po
English Teacher (Cambridge & DSE Preparation)
01.2019 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Delivered 90% of scheduled Drama workshops to strengthen speaking confidence and presentation skills.
- Supported 25 students per class through HKDSE and Cambridge exam preparation.
- Taught HKDSE preparatory classes with focused practice in reading, writing, and examination technique.
- Prepared Cambridge candidates through targeted grammar, vocabulary, and structured response coaching.
- Taught Drama lessons to build confidence, speaking fluency, and creative expression.
- Attended workshops and professional development sessions to refine classroom practice and assessment methods.
- Used student assessment and literacy strategy implementation to adjust instruction and target support.
St. Mary's British CollegeHong Kong, Hong Kong
Biology & Chemistry Teacher
01.2013 - 01.2019
Job overview
- Prepared 95% of students for external science competitions through targeted coaching and practice.
- Delivered 95 exam-preparation lessons to strengthen student readiness in Biology, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- Taught secondary-level Biology, Chemistry, and Mathematics, adapting instruction to certificate exam requirements.
- Coached students for external science competitions, reinforcing problem-solving, subject mastery, and confidence.
- Contributed to workshops and collaborative planning meetings to align lesson delivery and share classroom approaches.
- Organized extracurricular science clubs, promoting student interest in STEM fields through hands-on projects.
Education
Lingnan UniversityHong Kong, Hong Kong
Doctor of Philosophy from Sociology & Social Policy
09-2027
University Overview
- Full PhD Funding (rare for part-time students in Hong Kong)
- Fieldwork completed; currently tidying up thesis for submission
- Thesis: Secondary school students’ academic reengagement — examining parental/teacher emotional support, coping strategies, and socioeconomic status as moderators/mediators
- Research directly applicable to improving student learning, engagement, and retention in secondary schools
Lingnan UniversityHong Kong, Hong Kong
Master of Science from Comparative Policy (Education Policy)
01-2020
University Overview
- Distinction
- Outstanding Academic Award — Lingnan University
- Outstanding Contribution Award — Lingnan University
- Thesis: Achievement in science and mathematics of students in relation to their well-being
- GPA: 3.64/4.00
Ekiti State UniversityNigeria
Bachelor of Science in Education from Chemistry & Education
01-2017
University Overview
- Second Class Upper Division
- Thesis: Proximate and mineral analysis of Moringa oleifera seed
Skills
Curriculum leadership
School policy development
Department coordination
Staff mentoring
Educational program coordination
English language instruction
Literacy strategy implementation
Student assessment
Exam preparation
Student engagement
Phonics instruction
Pastoral care coordination
Parent communication
Co-curricular program leadership
International school teaching
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Genially
Perplexity
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Certification
IELTS / TESOL, Certified
Timeline
EDB Native English Teacher
Lutheran Tsang Shing Siu Leun School
09.2025 - Current
Certificate of Teacher's RegistratiTeacher's Registration Certificate Hong Kong Education Bureau
01-2021
English Class Teacher / Science Teacher
The Yuen Yuen Institute Chan Kwok Chiu Hing Tak School
09.2020 - 08.2025
English Teacher (Cambridge & DSE Preparation)
Buddhist Tai Kwong College
01.2019 - 01.2020
Biology & Chemistry Teacher
St. Mary's British College
01.2013 - 01.2019
Ekiti State University
Bachelor of Science in Education from Chemistry & Education
Lingnan University
Master of Science from Comparative Policy (Education Policy)
Lingnan University
Doctor of Philosophy from Sociology & Social Policy
ACHIEVEMENTS
- Outstanding Academic Award — Lingnan University, Outstanding Contribution Award — Lingnan University
- Time to Talk (Public Speaking Competition) — Merit Award (one of two teams) — 2025/2026.
- Filmit Film Competition (EDB HK) — Best Film (2022 & 2023).
- N.T. Drama Competition — Best Ensemble & Best Effect Award (2021, 2022, 2023).
- Hong Kong Schools Drama Festival (HKSDF) — Outstanding Performer, Outstanding Cooperation, Commendable Overall Performance (2022, 2024).
- Language Kaleidoscope (Storytelling Challenge) — First Runner Up (2024). Madam Lau Kam Lung Secondary School — Award recognition (2024).
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 6 staff members.
- Achieved creative output to learning by introducing AI for student's writing tasks.
- Collaborated with team of 6 in the development of space town project integration.
- Tutored more than 50 students on data analysis softwares.
PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
- Owoyemi, D. S. (2020). An analysis of the relationship between students’ life satisfaction and academic achievement.
- The Impact of Parental and Teacher Emotional Support on Academic Re-Engagement among Junior Secondary School Students in Hong Kong OWOYEMI, D. S. (Presenter), 15 Apr 2026.Research output: Other Conference Contributions › Presentation
- Sodamade, A., Owonikoko, A. D., & Owoyemi, D. S. (2017). Nutrient contents and mineral composition of Moringa oleifera seed. Journal / Institutional Repository, Ekiti State University, Nigeria.
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Affiliations
- Lingnan University
- International Diverse Youths Organization Hong Kong (IDYO)
- 5G Technologies Nigeria
- Chemical SOciety of Nigeria
Software
SPSS
Deepseek
Claude
Perplexity
Hedra
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Cantonese
Elementary (A2)
Interests
Football
Cooking
Drama
Movies
Reading
Singing
Drums