KASSIE TESFAYE MENGIE
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Quarit and Dembech Secondary and Preparatory School, and at Jigjiga and Injibara University, Ethiopia, excelling in curriculum development and student assessment. Passionate about mentoring students and fostering critical thinking through engaging learning experiences. Skilled in educational technology, I effectively collaborate with teams to enhance academic success and promote a vibrant classroom environment. Confident Student passionate about learning new skills. Ambitious and driven individual ready and willing to work hard and learn from professionals. Brings outstanding computer and communication skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PhD Student
University of Pécs
Pecs, Hungary
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted professors in organizing classroom materials and preparing lectures.
- Participated in university events to promote student engagement and community involvement.
- Developed presentations for class projects using various multimedia tools and software.
- Engaged in volunteer work supporting campus initiatives and local community services.
- Managed time effectively to balance coursework, extracurricular activities, and part-time work.
- Provided guidance and support to fellow students on academic issues.
- Completed assigned readings and homework, enhancing understanding of subject matter.
Lecturer
Injibara University
Injibara, Ethiopia
09.2019 - 09.2022
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
- Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
- Developed engaging course materials for diverse student groups.
- Facilitated interactive classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking skills.
- Evaluated student performance through assignments and examinations.
- Mentored students in academic and career planning for future success.
- Conducted research to stay updated on educational trends and practices.
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance curriculum and teaching methods.
Lecturer
Jigjiga University
Jigjiga, Ethiopia
11.2017 - 08.2018
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
- Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Used PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology to give presentations to student classrooms.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
Director of School
Amhara Education office
Dembecha, Ethiopia
12.2016 - 11.2017
- Served as tireless school resource, which enabled development of lasting relationships with students, parents and guardians.
- Oversaw budget, marketing and curriculum development for school operations.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures, and cost-saving initiatives.
Teaching in Biology
Amhara Education office
Dembecha, Ethiopia
09.2012 - 11.2016
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Teaching in Biology
Amhara Educational Office
Quarit, Ethiopia
06.2010 - 08.2012
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
Education
Master of Science - Biology
Bahir Dar University
11.2016
Bachelor of Science - Biology Education
Jigjiga University
07.2010
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Data analysis
- Research methodology
- Presentation design
- Student assessment
- Classroom management
- Educational technology
- Mentoring students
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
Certification
- Certified of training in Designing Experiment for Scientific research, Injibara University, 07/04/19, 07/15/19
- Short term training on Developing different design of Experiments appropriate for Lab, greenhouse and field experiment; the analysis of data using Minitab and SAS statistics software, Injibara University, 12/05/19, 12/16/19
- Certificate for reviewing community service proposals, Injibara University, 11/15/21
- Certificate for reviewing research proposals, Injibara University, 10/04/21
- Certificate of Attendance at the conference, Mate University, 06/26/24
- Course certificate, OlA (Education for all), From climate Science to action, 11/01/24.
- Certificate of Membership, Society for conservation Biology, 11/01/24.
- Certificate of Participation in the 7th International conference, 03/09/24.
- Certificate for completing the blended research summer school, 06/14/24.
- Certificates for the completion of different Environmental issue's online Trainings.
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with a team of more than 24 lecturers from my staff in the development of high school students' academic performance in science subjects
- Complete different research works with accuracy and efficiency.
Profiles - Languages
- Amharic, Native
- English, C2
Personal Information
References
1. Mr. Sintayehu Tilahun
Email: sintuejigu2022@gmail.com
Position: Former supervisor of Quarit Secondary and Preparatory School, Ethiopia.
2. Mr. Siraneh Techane
Email: tsiraneh.t@gmail.com
Position: Former principal of Quarit Secondary and Preparatory School in Ethiopia
3. Mr. Tilahun Dessalew
Email: tilahundesalew550@gmail.com
Position: Former head of the education office of Dembecha District, Amhara Regional State, Ethiopia.
4. Mr. Destaw Mullualem
Email:Destaw.mullualem@gmail.com
Position: Head of the Biology Department, Injibara University, Ethiopia
5. Pr. László Szemethy, PhD
Email: laszlo.szemethy@gmail.com
Position: Head of Agricultural Biology, University of Pécs, Hungary
Timeline
PhD Student
University of Pécs
09.2022 - Current
Lecturer
Injibara University
09.2019 - 09.2022
Lecturer
Jigjiga University
11.2017 - 08.2018
Director of School
Amhara Education office
12.2016 - 11.2017
Teaching in Biology
Amhara Education office
09.2012 - 11.2016
Teaching in Biology
Amhara Educational Office
06.2010 - 08.2012
Master of Science - Biology
Bahir Dar University
Bachelor of Science - Biology Education
Jigjiga University
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