Derrick Obodai

Lead Teacher

Talent

Jersey CityMember since October 11, 2026

Internet research and navigationMicrosoft WordPowerPointExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsClassroom ManagementCurriculum DevelopmentOrganizing trips/projectsExcellent verbal, written and instructional communication skillsMicrosoft Office (PowerPoint, Access, Excel, Outlook, and Word)

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Internet research and navigationMicrosoft WordPowerPointExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsClassroom Management

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Accountable for creating and completing lesson plans each week. Tracked and documented the children's academic progress. Planed and implemented curriculum to cover all areas of development.

Experience

Lead Teacher at Mid Bronx CCRP (2024-05 – 2025-08)

Accountable for creating and completing lesson plans each week.
Tracked and documented the children's academic progress.
Planed and implemented curriculum to cover all areas of development.
Responsible for the care of 15 children ages 4to 5 years old.
Facilitated circle time, classroom activities, supervised children, assisted with meal preparation.

Lead Teacher at La Peninsula Community Organization (2022-10 – 2024-04)

Prepared creative curriculum and weekly lesson plans.
Taught and directed group educational activities with the assistance of an aide.
Developed strong, lasting relationships with parents and children.
Monitored and recorded students’ progress and achievements and identified areas in need of further development.

Substitute Teacher at NYC Department of Education (2017-01 – 2021-01)

Managed classrooms of kindergarten to 5th grade students during the absence of assigned teachers.
Managed a class of 25 – 30 students.
Assisted in state testing preparation for 3rd through 5th grade students.
Assisted students with guided reading.