Tolessa Mergo Roro PhD
Associate professor
Expertise area
Chemistry Education | Educational Administration | Curriculum Development | Teacher Training | Textbook Development | School Leadership | Environmental Science Education
- Chemistry Education (Grades 7–12)
- Educational Leadership and School Administration
- Curriculum Development and Implementation
- Teacher Training: Classroom Management, Active Learning, Assessment, and Planning
- Textbook and Supplementary Material Development
- Environmental Science Education (Primary Schools)
Education
- PhD in Educational Administration – Selinus University, Italy
- MEd in Chemistry Education – Haromaya University, Ethiopia
- BSc in Chemistry – Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia
Professional
Professional Experience
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Superintendent – Kalala Learning Village (current)
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Vice Principal, Unit Leader, Department Head – Akaki Adventist School (31 years)
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Chemistry Teacher – Government Schools, Ethiopia (early career)
Publications & Textbook Development
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Grade 12 Chemistry Textbook (used nationwide in Ethiopia)
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Chemistry Reference and Supplementary Books for Grades 7–12 (in English and Afaan Oromo)
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Environmental Science Materials for Primary Schools
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Grade 10 Chemistry Textbook for Liberia (international contribution)
Awards & Recognition
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Chemical Education Award – Chemical Society of Ethiopia, for outstanding commitment to education and community service
Skills
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Microsoft Word
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Microsoft Excel
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Teacher Training and Mentoring
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Curriculum Planning and Implementation
