I am a visual arts educator, illustrator, and creative professional based in Abuja, Nigeria, with extensive experience teaching fine and applied arts, developing curricula, and coordinating creative activities for learners from primary through secondary levels. I enjoy helping students build confidence through drawing, painting, design, drama, exhibitions, and hands-on creative projects.

Ifeanyi Sixtus Ogburie

I am a visual arts educator, illustrator, and creative professional based in Abuja, Nigeria, with extensive experience teaching fine and applied arts, developing curricula, and coordinating creative activities for learners from primary through secondary levels. I enjoy helping students build confidence through drawing, painting, design, drama, exhibitions, and hands-on creative projects.

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I am a visual arts educator, illustrator, and creative professional based in Abuja, Nigeria, with extensive experience teaching fine and applied arts, developing curricula, and coordinating creative activities for learners from primary through secondary levels. I enjoy helping students build confidence through drawing, painting, design, drama, exhibitions, and hands-on creative projects.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Arts & Design Teacher at Doveland International School, Wumba, Abuja, Nigeria
April 28, 2025 - Present
Directs and coordinates arts activities, implements approved curricula and personalized instruction, teaches Arts and Design to Grades 3–6, develops schemes of work, organizes exhibitions and excursions, leads extracurricular club activities, writes and stages school dramas, decorates school spaces, and creates visual objects for school interiors.
Arts and Design Teacher at Doveland International School, Wumba, Abuja, Nigeria
April 28, 2025 - Present
Directs and coordinates arts activities, teaches Arts and Design to Grade 3–6 learners, develops schemes of work for Grades 1–6, implements approved curricula and personalized instruction, organizes excursions and exhibitions, leads extracurricular club activities, writes and stages plays, decorates school spaces, and creates visual objects for school interiors.
Arts & Design at Dovela International School
April 28, 2025 - Present
Directed and coordinated all arts activities, including planning school exhibitions and managing art projects. Developed the art curriculum and ensured students actively engaged in creative processes.
Arts & Design at Doveland International Schools
April 28, 2025 - Present
Involved in teaching and designing curriculum for Grade 1-6 pupils, involving various arts activities. Responsibilities included organizing extracurricular events and exhibitions.
Visual Arts Teacher at Living Fountain International School, Mborа, Abuja, Nigeria
September 5, 2013 - December 18, 2024
Coordinated arts activities, taught Visual Arts to Grades 4–6, designed arts curricula, organized exhibitions and excursions, ran summer arts programs and arts-and-crafts clubs, supported school events and decoration, served as Green House Sports Master, and fostered safe learning environments that encouraged engagement and critical thinking.
Visual Arts Teacher at Living Fountain International School, Mbora, Abuja, Nigeria
September 5, 2013 - December 18, 2024
Coordinated arts activities, taught Visual Arts to Grades 4–6, designed curriculum, organized exhibitions and excursions, led arts and crafts activities, ran summer arts programs, served as Green House Sports Master, supported a safe learning environment, and facilitated discussions that encouraged engagement and critical thinking.
Visual Arts at Living Fountain International School
September 5, 2013 - December 18, 2024
Directly taught visual arts and coordinated various arts programs. Engaged students through art exhibitions and extracurricular activities to enrich their learning experience.
Fine and Applied Arts Teacher at Living Fountain International School
September 5, 2013 - December 18, 2024
Directed and coordinated all arts activities. Taught visual arts to Grade 1-6 pupils and facilitated designs for school events.
Fine and Applied Arts Teacher at Prime Schools, Abuja
January 1, 2013 - January 31, 2013
Directed all arts activities and facilitated learning for grades 1-6. Organized art exhibitions and taught various aspects of fine arts to enhance creativity among students.
Fine and Applied Arts Teacher at Prime Scholars School, Karu, Abuja, Nigeria
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Directed arts activities and taught Fine and Applied Arts to Grades 1–9. Implemented approved curricula and personalized instruction, prepared Grade 9 students for the Basic Education Certificate Examination, and reviewed course materials and student feedback to improve instructional resources.
Fine and Applied Arts Teacher at Prime Scholars School
January 1, 2012 - January 31, 2013
Taught visual arts to Grade 1-6 pupils and organized extracurricular activities.
Freelance Book Illustrator at Save Our Heritage Initiative with May Ikokwu Ezezemali
June 1, 2010 - Present
Created visual interpretations for a heritage-focused book project using drawing, painting, and graphic illustration. Contributed to the communication of stories and cultural themes through original artwork.
Book Illustrator at Save Our Heritage Initiative with May Ikwokwu Ezezemali
June 1, 2010 - Present
Provided freelance book illustration services involving story interpretation, drawing, painting, and graphics for the Save Our Heritage initiative.
Arts Teacher at Famaks International School, Asokoro, Abuja, Nigeria
January 1, 2009 - February 1, 2011
Directed and coordinated arts activities, taught Visual Arts to Grades 1–6 using the British curriculum, helped decorate the school, assisted with physical and health activities, and introduced updated techniques and materials based on developing professional knowledge.
Fine and Applied Arts Teacher at Grace and Gold International School, Durumi, Abuja, Nigeria
July 1, 2007 - July 1, 2009
Taught Visual Arts to Grades 1–9, designed arts curricula, organized exhibitions and excursions, planned extracurricular activities, wrote and staged plays for the British Council Connecting Classrooms program, led arts and crafts activities, managed inter-house sports, and created mural paintings.
Fine and Applied Arts Teacher at Grace and Gold International School
July 1, 2007 - July 1, 2009
Designed art curriculum and organized extracurricular activities for the school.
Peer Educator, Reproductive Health, HIV/AIDS and Life Skills at UNICEF and UNAIDS, facilitated by Association for Reproductive and Family Health and Action Health Incorporated
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Educated rural communities about HIV/AIDS, reproductive health, child spacing, education, and empowerment. Supported training activities for community participants and promoted awareness among women and girls.
Peer Educator Trainer on Reproductive Health, HIV/AIDS and Life Skills at UNICEF and UNAIDS, facilitated by Association for Reproductive and Family Health, Action Health Incorporated, and NYSC Zamfara
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Educated rural communities about HIV/AIDS, reproductive health, education, empowerment, and child spacing. Trained participants and supported girls and women with information on health and empowerment skills.
Teacher at HIV/AIDS and Life Skills
January 1, 2006 - Present
Facilitated training and educational programs on reproductive health.

Education

Postgraduate Diploma at National Teachers’ Institute
January 1, 2012 - February 21, 2026
Bachelor of Arts at Fine and Applied Arts
January 11, 2030 - February 21, 2026
Post Graduate Diploma-Teaching at National Teachers' Institute
January 1, 2012 - February 21, 2026
Bachelor of Arts- Fine and Applied Arts at Imo State University
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2006
Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching at National Teachers' Institute, Usman Dan Fodio University
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Bachelor of Arts in Fine and Applied Arts at Imo State University
July 1, 2004 - July 1, 2004
Senior School Certificate Examination at Aworri College, Ojo, Lagos
June 1, 1996 - June 1, 1996
First School Leaving Certificate at St. Peter Catholic School, Ebute Metta, Lagos
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1989
Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching at National Teachers' Institute, Usman Dan Fodio University, Sokoto
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Bachelor of Arts in Fine and Applied Arts at Imo State University, Owerri
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2004
Senior School Certificate Examination at Aworri College, Ojo, Lagos
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 1996
First School Leaving Certificate at St. Peter Catholic School, Ebute Metta, Lagos
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1989

Qualifications

License, Teachers Registration Council
September 1, 2022 - February 21, 2026
Certificate of Participation, Training on How to Identify and Support Struggling Learners
August 1, 2024 - February 21, 2026
License, Teachers Registration Council
September 1, 2012 - February 21, 2026
Certificate of Participation, Training on How to Identify and Support Struggling Learners
August 1, 2024 - February 21, 2026
Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria License
September 1, 2024 - September 14, 2026
Protection Officer Certificate
November 1, 2022 - September 14, 2026
Child Protection and Case Management Training Certificate
January 1, 2023 - September 14, 2026
International Diplomacy Certificate of Participation
October 1, 2022 - September 14, 2026
International Volunteering Certificate of Participation
October 1, 2022 - September 14, 2026
Digital Communication for Volunteering Certificate of Participation
October 1, 2022 - September 14, 2026
Training on How to Identify and Support Struggling Learners
August 1, 2024 - September 14, 2026
Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint Certificate
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
Seminar on Classroom Display and Management
January 1, 2008 - September 14, 2026
Seminar on Development of Classroom Materials for Easy Learning
January 1, 2009 - September 14, 2026
Teachers Registration Council License
September 1, 2024 - September 14, 2026
Training on How to Identify and Support Struggling Learners
August 1, 2024 - September 14, 2026
Child Protection and Case Management Training Certificate
January 1, 2023 - September 14, 2026
Protection Officer Certificate
November 1, 2022 - September 14, 2026
International Diplomacy Certificate of Participation
October 1, 2022 - September 14, 2026
International Volunteering Certificate of Participation
October 1, 2022 - September 14, 2026
Digital Communication for Volunteering Certificate of Participation
October 1, 2022 - September 14, 2026
Office Proficiency Certificate in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
Seminar on Development of Classroom Materials for Easy Learning
January 1, 2009 - September 14, 2026
Seminar on Classroom Display and Management
January 1, 2008 - September 14, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization