Deji Bakare

A dedicated and highly qualified professional with over two decades of experience in teaching, mentoring and supporting learners across diverse academic and technical settings. Brings a strong record of fostering positive learning environments, building constructive relationships with students from varied backgrounds, and working collaboratively with colleagues to support individual progress and wellbeing. Passionate about acting as an advocate for an institution's vision and values, and committed to encouraging positive behaviour and attitudes to learning in every student.

Seeking to bring this experience, together with strong organisational, communication and pastoral skills, to a Teaching Assistant (Level 1) role, supporting student welfare and working closely with teachers, parents and outside agencies.

Lecturer I - Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) - Ile-Ife, Nigeria

(2025-01)

• Plan and deliver lessons to support student learning and academic progress
• Provide one-to-one and group academic guidance, identifying individual needs and adapting support accordingly
• Monitor student progress, maintain accurate records and provide written and verbal feedback
• Support student welfare through approachable, consistent engagement
• Collaborate with colleagues on department administration and student matters

Associate Lecturer - Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) - Ile-Ife, Nigeria

(2019-01 - 2024-12)

• Supported students' academic progress through teaching, grading and structured feedback
• Built positive working relationships with students from a wide range of backgrounds
• Contributed to general administrative work, including maintaining accurate student records
• Worked as part of a wider academic team to ensure consistent student support

Technical Officer / Server Administration - Computer Based Test Centre, Obafemi Awolowo University - Ile-Ife, Nigeria

(2017-01 - 2019-12)

• Oversaw the functionality of systems supporting student assessment, ensuring continuity for learners
• Maintained accurate data management and record-keeping
• Worked closely with academic and administrative staff to resolve issues promptly

Project Management Lecturer - LAUTECH Business School - Ogbomoso, Nigeria

(2011-01 - 2017-12)

• Taught project management to students, supporting their understanding and academic development
• Provided guidance and feedback to help students meet learning targets
• Worked with course teams to plan and develop teaching content suited to learner needs

Senior Manager / Logistics Manager / Department Representative - SGS Instrumentation, Texaco Nigeria Plc & NNPC/PPMC - Nigeria

(2003-01 - 2011-12)

• Led and supervised teams, taking responsibility for training, development and day-to-day welfare of staff
• Maintained rigorous record-keeping and reporting in line with organisational standards
• Built strong working relationships across teams and external stakeholders

Chemistry Teacher & Head of Department / Quality Assurance Officer - Obodo-Uno Secondary School, Enugu & N.N.P.C., Edo State - Nigeria

(1998-01 - 2003-12)

• Taught Chemistry to secondary school students, supporting academic progress and positive attitudes to learning
• Led the Chemistry Department, overseeing staff and ensuring consistent delivery of the curriculum
• Supported student welfare and discipline in line with school policy
• Worked closely with colleagues, students and the wider school community

Ph.D. - Technology Management - Obafemi Awolowo University (2025-01)

M.Sc. - Technology Management - Obafemi Awolowo University (2021-01)

B.Tech. - Chemical Engineering - Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (2001-01)