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Patience Ebi

Patience Ebi

Academic Governess • Childcare Specialist • Mathematics Educator

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LagosMember since August 31, 2026
Child Supervision, Safety & SafeguardingCurriculum Planning, Homeschooling & TutoringHomework Supervision & Exam PreparationChild Development & Behaviour GuidanceHousehold Organization & Routine ManagementMeal Preparation & Childcare HygieneCross-Cultural Family SupportEducational Technology & Digital Learning ToolsMusic Instruction (Flute & Piano)Communication, Organization & Time ManagementPrivate School Entrance Exam PreparationSpecial Learning Needs Support (Autism Spectrum)Educational Activity Design & Creative LearningPet-Friendly Household AdaptabilityParent Communication & Progress Reporting
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Child Supervision, Safety & SafeguardingCurriculum Planning, Homeschooling & TutoringHomework Supervision & Exam PreparationChild Development & Behaviour GuidanceHousehold Organization & Routine Management

About

Dedicated Academic Governess, Childcare Specialist, and Mathematics Educator with 9+ years of experience supporting children's academic achievement, safety, and emotional development in private households and schools. Skilled in curriculum planning, tutoring, homework supervision, homeschooling support, and child development for infants through secondary school students. Successfully supported 15+ students through private tutoring and homeschooling programs, achieving an average 30–35% improvement in examination scores based on pre- and post-assessments.

Experienced working with multicultural and expatriate families and supervising international examinations with the British Council. Known for creating structured, safe, and nurturing learning environments that build academic confidence, independence, and social development.

Experience

Private Childcare Provider / Academic Governess at Christian Family Household (2015-01 – Present)

  • Provide full-time childcare and academic support for two children aged 11 and 8, managing daily routines, structured learning schedules, and homeschooling support for over 9 years.
  • Implement curriculum-aligned tutoring, homework supervision, and exam preparation, improving children's academic confidence by approximately 30% through continuous assessment and personalized learning strategies.
  • Plan and coordinate educational, recreational, and social development activities, while organizing school schedules, extracurricular programs, and independent study routines.
  • Maintain a safe, organized household environment, prepare nutritious meals, and provide regular progress updates to parents on academic performance, behaviour, and developmental milestones.

Examination Supervisor / Child Protection Trained Staff at British Council (2017-01 – Present)

  • Supervise hundreds of students annually during international examinations while maintaining strict compliance with global exam regulations and safeguarding standards.
  • Apply child safeguarding and health & safety protocols to ensure a secure and controlled exam environment.
  • Support candidates during high-pressure exam sessions to maintain focus and calm while ensuring procedural accuracy.
  • Assist with private home-based examination supervision for families requiring alternative exam arrangements.
  • Provide professional supervision for private home-based examinations, ensuring 100% compliance with international testing procedures.

Mathematics Teacher / Class Teacher at Estaport School (2016-04 – 2016-06)

  • Delivered mathematics instruction to junior secondary students using structured lesson plans aligned with the school curriculum.
  • Managed a class register of 20 students, ensuring discipline, safety, and academic engagement.
  • Applied interactive teaching strategies to simplify complex concepts and strengthen mathematical problem-solving skills.
  • Monitored student progress and encouraged active participation to build academic confidence and classroom engagement.

Mathematics & Further Mathematics Teacher at Christ the King International School (2017-09 – 2017-12)

  • Taught mathematics and further mathematics to senior secondary students preparing for major academic examinations.
  • Simplified advanced mathematical concepts through structured explanations and guided problem-solving sessions.
  • Mentored students individually to improve academic understanding and exam readiness.
  • Developed engaging learning materials that strengthened student comprehension and exam performance.

Education

Postgraduate Diploma in Education in Mathematics Education (2016-01 – 2017-01)

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Mathematics – Covenant University (2005-01 – 2009-01)

Skills

Academic GovernessChildcare SpecialistMathematics Educator

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