About David Philip Tonga
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Academic Level Degree Bachelor
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Age 38 - 42 Years
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Gender Male
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Industry Education
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About me
A dynamic educator with extensive experience at Kaabe School, excelling in classroom management and lesson planning. Proven track record in fostering student engagement and success, while mentoring diverse learners. Adept at coordinating activities and implementing innovative teaching strategies, ensuring a supportive and effective learning environment.
Education
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2004 - 2009
University of Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria
BSc. Ed. Geography
I have passed my Bachelors of Science & Education in Geography from University of Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria - West Africa .
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1997 - 2003
L. D. Crawford Secondary School Kaltungo, Gombe State, Nigeria - West Africa
Senior Secondary School Certificate
I have passed my Senior Secondary School Examination from L. D. Crawford Secondary School Kaltungo, Gombe State.
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1991 - 1997
Kalorgu Primary School Kaltungo, Gombe State, Nigeria - West Africa
First School Leaving Certificate
I have passed Common Entrance Examination into secondary school.
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2025 - 2025
Alison
TESL Certificate
I have successfully completed the course on Teaching English as a Second Language at Alison.
Experience
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2024 - Present
Kaabe Schools - Abaarso Network, Hargeisa - Somalia
9-12 IPC Teacher
• A (9-12 ages) Class Teacher in English Language, IPC and Practical life and a student support coordinator
• Facilitating student-centered learning in the aforementioned areas
• Lesson planning and classroom attendance, using the Transparent Classroom
• Differentiating instructions
• Assessing, tracking and reporting students’ progress, using the Transparent Classroom
• Maintaining a prepared learning environment and mentorship
• Supporting students with behavioral challenges
• Involving parents and guardians -
2014 - 2024
Federal Ministry of Education Nigeria - Federal Government College Billiri, Gombe State, Nigeria - West Africa
Geography Teacher & Social Master
• A Geography & Civic Education Teacher in the Senior Secondary Section
• Structured Geography & Civic Education syllabus into teachable objectives for effective delivery, based on the stipulated duration for each lesson
• Ensured the students’ previous knowledge aligns with the objectives of the lesson and achieve the objectives using relevant teaching aids
• Mentored and counseled students, especially those under my coverage
• Developed & ensured healthy relationships among students in the college
• Supported the implementation of Save School Initiative by the Federal Government for the internally displaced school aged children in the Northeastern region of Nigeria
• Helped in discovering and nurturing talents and potentials in students and providing a platform for it to thrive
• Advised parents and guardians on the need to allow and encourage their wards to exercise those potentials embedded in them
• Supported the implementation of the AGILE Project (Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment) -
2011 - 2013
Ministry of Education Gombe State - Gpvernment Secondary School Bolari-East, Gombe State, Nigeria - West Africa
Geography Teacher & Member Disciplinary Committee
• A Geography Teacher and Member of the Disciplinary Committee
• Breaking down scheme of work/syllabus into smaller teachable units, to suit the students learning goals and objectives
• Delivering the subject’s content to the students in the most simplified manner, so as to carry everyone along using relevant instructional materials and teaching aids
• Assessing students engagement in the classroom and evaluating their performances using the appropriate tools
• Participated in the investigations, decision making, recommendation of sanctions of various students excesses with fairness and impartiality
• Provided support, guidance and mentorship to students to prevent future occurrences -
2009 - 2010
National Youth Service Corp - Progress High School Barnawa, Kaduna State, Nigeria - West Africa
Geography Teacher
• A one year compulsory Youth Service for every Nigerian graduate
• The National Youth Service Corp (NYSC)
• Served as a Class Teacher & Club/Society Facilitator
• Taught Geography in the Senior Secondary Section
• Participated in the implementation of extra morale lessons for students struggling academically
• Organized and conducted the maiden edition of ‘Progress Talent Hunt’ and ‘Mr
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• An extra-curricular events that showcased the potentials of students in Music, Dance, Spoken words, Fashion and Magic