Our Team
Meet Our Executive Team
We are proud of our committed and diverse staff driven by our common goal to cultivate brilliant minds in Ghana.
Emma T. Akuffo
Founder & Director of Curriculum
As a certified child advocate and MEDscience teacher at Harvard Medical School, the vision of Smart Kids Ghana was birthed out my passion for education equity & excellence. As a facilitator of critical thinking, I noticed a struggle among a great number of the Ghanaian students we taught. I aimed to create strategic curriculums that would boost critical thinking and equip students with problem-solving skills, resulting in ingenuity, innovation and excellence.
Bismark Osei Kuffour
Program Director & Managing Instructor
I’m Bismark, a program Director for SmartKids Ghana. I’m fueled by my passion for understanding nature of students and granting them with intellectual needs which is within my Jurisdiction. I facilitate the process of building curriculum for education institutions. My hunger for knowledge and determination to turn information into action has contributed to Pursuing Educational psychology at the University of Capecoast Ghana. I’m super dedicated to executing of our flagship programs ie Critical thinking skills and Problem Solving Skills, technology literacy and health literacy.
Esther Amissah
Lead Instructor
I am Esther Amissah, a passionate educator and proud lead teacher at SmartKids Ghana. With a commitment to making a difference in the lives of students who are disadvantaged in some academic areas like technology literacy, critical thinking & problem-solving, and health literacy. I have dedicated my career to providing high-quality education to those who need it. As a lead teacher, I have the opportunity to empower young minds to grow, through innovative teaching methods and guidance. At SmartKids Ghana, we believe in the potential of every child; that’s why I strive to unlock the full potential of each student. As a lead teacher, I am continuously learning and evolving alongside my students. Join me on this impactful journey of transforming lives through education.
Nana Ama Nyame Adu-Poku
Finance & Donor Relations Associate
As the Finance and Donor Relations Associate at SmartKids Ghana, my work is rooted in a deep passion for educational equity and sustainable impact. With every grant application submitted and donor relationship nurtured, I am reminded that behind every transaction is a child with untapped brilliance and limitless potential. I was drawn to SmartKids Ghana because I believe that strategic funding and thoughtful donor engagement are powerful tools for transformation. In this role, I aim to build a solid foundation of financial stewardship and trust that not only sustains our mission but expands it—so more children can access the tools, mentorship, and opportunities they need to thrive, innovate, and lead.
Instructors & Facilitating Staff
Joycelyn Adjekum
Teacher
I am Joycelyn Adjekum, a dedicated educator and proud lead teacher at SmartKids Ghana. I am committed to helping students who struggle with skills like technology, critical thinking, problem-solving, and health literacy. My focus has always been on providing quality education to those who need it most. As a teacher, I guide young minds to grow through creative teaching methods. At SmartKids Ghana, we believe every child has potential, and I work hard to help each student unlock theirs. As I teach, I also continue to learn and grow alongside my students. Join me on this journey of transforming lives through education.
Precious Owusu
Teacher
My name is Precious Owusu, and I am a dedicated educator and the lead teacher at SmartKids Ghana. I am passionate about helping students, particularly those who face challenges in areas such as technology literacy, critical thinking, problem-solving, and health literacy. Throughout my career, I have been committed to delivering quality education to those who need it the most. As a teacher, I am proud to guide and inspire young minds through innovative teaching techniques. At SmartKids Ghana, we believe in the unique potential of every child, and I strive to nurture that potential to the fullest. I continue to learn and grow alongside my students, and I invite you to join me on this meaningful journey of transforming lives through education.
Administration & Media Staff
Building Project Staff
Board of Advisory
