Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Research and Community Engagement
Work Preference
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MICHAEL LANI
Open To Work

MICHAEL LANI

Lae,MPL

Summary

Dedicated and passionate Science Teacher with a strong academic foundation in Chemistry and Earth Sciences. Experienced in delivering and engaging practical science education to high/secondary school students, with a commitment to community health and environment awareness.

Proven ability to manage science laboratories safely while implementing diverse instructional strategies. Strong communicator and collaborator, committed to enhancing student performance and mentoring new teachers in effective classroom management.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

High/Secondary School Teacher

Teaching Service Commission
01.2023 - Current
  • 2025: Wantoat High School

T.I.C - Science

Grade 10 Science - Subject Coordinator

  • 2024: Dregerhafen Secondary School

Grade 10 Science - Subject Teacher

Grade 12 Chemistry - Subject Coordinator

  • 2023: Dregerhafen Secondary School

Grade 9 Science - Subject Teacher

Grade 11 Chemistry - Subject Coordinator

  • Deliver curriculum-aligned lessons in Chemistry and General Sciences.
  • Maintain a safe and well organized science laboratory environment
  • Collaborated with colleagues to integrate interdisciplinary approaches into science education.
  • Provided mentorship to new teachers, sharing best practices in classroom management and pedagogy.

Sea Level Rise - Awareness

Volunteer
06.2023 - 07.2023

Assistant Handyman

Lani Building Contrators
03.2017 - 10.2018

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of Goroka
Goroka, Papua New Guinea
04-2023

Diploma in Petroleum Engineering

Southpac Industrial Training Solutions
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
11-2016

Grade 12 Certificate

Markham Valley Secondary School
12-2012

Grade 10 Certificate

Markham Valley Secondary School
12-2010

Skills

  • Community Awareness
  • Data Analysis
  • Classroom Management
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Science Laboratory Management and Safety Protocols
  • Strong Communication & Collaboration

Timeline

Sea Level Rise - Awareness

Volunteer
06.2023 - 07.2023

High/Secondary School Teacher

Teaching Service Commission
01.2023 - Current

Assistant Handyman

Lani Building Contrators
03.2017 - 10.2018

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of Goroka

Diploma in Petroleum Engineering

Southpac Industrial Training Solutions

Grade 12 Certificate

Markham Valley Secondary School

Grade 10 Certificate

Markham Valley Secondary School

Research and Community Engagement

  • Conducted a scientific study on the environmental and health impacts of untreated sewage discharge from the university’s sewage system into a local creek.
  • Identified health risks to downstream communities, including potential outbreaks of waterborne diseases.
  • Led a community awareness campaign to educate residents on the findings and promote safe water practices.
  • Proposed practical improvements to the sewage system to reduce contamination and protect public health.

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-Site

Salary Range

$0/hr - $1000/hr

Referees

To be presented upon request.

MICHAEL LANI