Instructor Profile

Biology instructor, administrator, researcher, and STEM education enthusiast with a proven track record of dedication, hard work, and self-motivation. Constantly striving to achieve the highest possible standards in any assigned task, I am results-driven and goal-oriented. I possess the ability to work independently or collaboratively, and I take pride in contributing my skills to team success. With a strong desire to learn and a wide range of existing competencies, I communicate effectively and collaborate efficiently to achieve set goals within deadlines and with excellence.

Interest

Innovative teaching pedagogy, science education, metacognition and motivation in biology education, biological sciences (visualization of DNA/chromosome), model-based instruction, curriculum development, and evaluation and assessment in science education.

Education and Training

• College Teaching Certificate, University of Kentucky – 2024
• Ph.D. (In view), Department of Biology, University of Kentucky, Lexington KY – 2024 till date
• M.Sc. Ed. Science Education (Biology), Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nigeria – 2019
  Thesis: Assessment of Availability and Utilization of Resources for Teaching Secondary School Biology Practicals in Benue South Senatorial Zone
• B.Sc./Ed. Biology, Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University (Federal University of Agriculture), Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria – 2015
  Thesis: Evaluation of the Biology Curriculum Content in Secondary Schools in Benue State
• Transparency, Accountability and Ethics in Public Institutions – United Nations, Department of Economic and Social Affairs, July 2022
• Effective Teacher Preparation/Management of Classroom, University of Agriculture, Makurdi – 2014

Faculty and Administrative Positions

Teaching Assistant – University of Kentucky (2024)

• Course: BIO 148 – Introductory Biology

Assistant Lecturer – Federal University Lokoja, Nigeria (2023–2024)

• Planned and delivered undergraduate General Biology lectures.
• Contributed to curriculum development.
• Designed test, assignment, and examination questions.
• Served as Course Advisor/Level Coordinator for 100-level students.
• Graded assessments and exams for over 100 students.
• Served on departmental handbook committee.
• Participated in departmental research and general duties.

• BIO 421 – Biological Cycles (1–10 students) – Instructor rating: 4.7/5
• BIO 321 – Environment and Population (93–100 students) – Instructor rating: 4.6/5
• BIO 323 – Ecology and Hydrobiology (95–100 students)
• BIO 222 – Plant Biology: Gymnosperm, Angiosperm, and Pteridophytes (75–100 students)
• EIS 226 – Energy and Matter II (80–100 students)
• EDU 213 – Special Teaching Methods (80–150 students)

Administrative Officer I – College of Medicine, FUHSO, Otukpo (2021–2023)

• Assisted with the general administration of the College of Medicine.
• Supported the College Secretary with daily administrative duties.
• Served as Secretary to:
  • Court of Governors
  • Academic Board
  • Prospectus Review Committee
• Member of Curriculum Development Committee for Basic Medical Sciences.
• Member of Program Development Committee for Centre of Excellence on Infectious Diseases.
• Prepared meeting minutes and reports.
• Drafted official memos and managed internal communications.
• Provided community and professional services; supervised junior staff.