Richard Abbam-Berchie

Dedicated, highly qualified Mathematics Educator and Counseling Psychologist with over 11 years of comprehensive teaching and instructional leadership experience across elementary, middle, and high school levels. Proven track record of designing standards-aligned mathematics curricula, leading academic boards, and implementing data-driven professional development. Adept at cultivating inclusive, highly engaging classroom environments utilizing advanced pedagogical methods to maximize student achievement and support diverse socio-emotional and academic needs.

Grade 10 Mathematics Teacher & School Counselor at Mpohor Senior High School (2025-01 – Present)

• Deliver rigorous Grade 10 mathematics instruction, employing interactive, inquiry-based problem-solving strategies to enhance mathematical fluency and conceptual understanding.
• Integrate targeted guidance and counseling methodologies to support students' academic transition, career planning, and personal development.
• Design and execute differentiated lesson plans, continuous assessments, and targeted intervention strategies to accommodate varied learning speeds and academic backgrounds.
• Collaborate with faculty and administration to cultivate a positive school culture focused on student retention, leadership development, and academic excellence.

Curriculum Lead & Head of Academic Board at Prophet Nkansah Basic School (2016-01 – 2025-01)

• Spearheaded the school-wide curriculum design, alignment, and implementation strategies as Curriculum Lead across both elementary and middle school divisions within the basic school premise.
• Increased BECE mathematics exams pass rate by 30% through target-driven planning and focused students support solution.
• Chaired the Academic Board, organizing and leading Professional Development (PD) seminars and Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to equip educators with contemporary pedagogical methodologies.

Middle School Mathematics Teacher (Grades 7 & 8) at Prophet Nkansah Basic School (2020-01 – 2025-01)

• Delivered target-driven mathematics instruction for Grades 7 and 8, leveraging technology integration and hands-on manipulatives to boost student mastery in algebraic and geometric concepts.

Elementary School Teacher (Grades 4 – 6) at Prophet Nkansah Basic School (2014-01 – 2020-01)

• Instructed Grades 4 through 6 across core subjects (Mathematics, Science, English, and Social Studies), building strong foundational literacy and numeracy skills.
• Served actively on the Guidance and Counseling Committee, identifying at-risk students and providing targeted emotional, behavioral, and academic interventions.
• Used technology-based lessons, successfully integrating Google Meet and Zoom to bridge instructional continuity.

Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Counseling Psychology – University of Education, Winneba (2022-01 – 2023-01)

Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Basic Education (Major: Mathematics) – University of Education, Winneba (2019-01 – 2021-01)

Associate Degree in Basic Education – University of Cape Coast (2011-01 – 2014-01)