Sylvester W.
Occupy your mind with things that will benefit you, and not things that will hurt you.
About Sylvester
I have 16 years of experience as an educator, specializing in both IB and IGCSE curricula. I serve as an IBDP Examiner for Visual Arts Extended Essay, Comparative Study, Process Portfolio, and Exhibition. Additionally, I fulfill roles as the Personal Project Coordinator, MYP Product Design teacher, and instructor for both IBDP and MYP Visual Art. My educational background includes a Masters in Education focusing on teaching and learning strategies as well as classroom management. Witnessing students' growth and development is my ultimate passion. I am married with 3 beautiful daughters and enjoy dedicating my free time to soccer and chess. I am also a trained Rugby League coach and official. During vacations, I love to indulge in my passion for designing and painting. Witnessing students' growth and development is my ultimate passion.
Teaching Experience
Head of the Arts Department
- IBDP & MYP Visual Arts Teacher and Examiner, MYP Personal Project Coordinator, MYP Product Design Teacher, MYP team for Authorization of the MYP. Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS) Team Member.
IBDP Visual Arts Examiner
- I Examine Visual Arts Extended Essay, Process Portfolio, Comparative Study, and Exhibition.
MYP Personal Project Coordinator
- Assigning supervisors to all students
- I organize mini workshops for teachers and students, set timelines for the process of the Personal Project in MYP 4 and
- I organize standardization sessions for teachers before final marks are submitted for moderation. I generate samples of personal projects and upload students' final grades and work on IBIS. I Manage the MYP 4 and 5 personal projects on a daily basis.
Education
Academic qualifications and achievements
B.A. Industrial Art (Metal Product Designing)
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi, Ghana
Teaching Skills & Expertise
Subjects, levels, and qualifications
Subject | Programme | Level | Assignments | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Design Technology | IB DP | HLSL | Extended EssayInternal Assessment | IB Examiner |
| Visual Arts | IB DP | HLSL | Internal AssessmentExtended EssayProcess PortfolioComparative StudyExhibition | IB Examiner |
| Extended Mathematics | IB MYP | HLSL | Extended Essay | IB Examiner |
Design Technology
Visual Arts
Extended Mathematics
Teaching Style
My methodology and approach to tutoring
What is your teaching philosophy?
Over the past 16 years, I've instructed Visual Arts and Product Design in six diverse school settings, witnessing my students consistently excel in these disciplines. I take pride in guiding my students to success, both academically and in real-world applications. As a seasoned professional in education, serving as a teacher, examiner, and coordinator with extensive training, I am well-equipped to ensure my students achieve and thrive in their educational journeys.
What to Expect
Personalized Approach
Tailored to your learning style
Practical Strategies
Easy-to-remember techniques
Exam Preparation
Focused on IB assessments
Student Reviews
What students say about their experience (1 review)
Aysen B.
September 2024
Excellent tutor. Has many years of experience. I can highly recommend him.