About

Dr. Addisalem Bekele is a seasoned educator, administrator, and academic consultant with over 18 years of experience across public and private higher education institutions. His career has spanned roles as a university professor, department head, school principal, vice principal, and currently as ethics monitoring executive officer at Kotebe University of Education. Driven by a commitment to educational excellence and integrity, he has also served as a trusted advisor to various institutions on curriculum development, academic policy, and institutional strategy. A prolific researcher and publisher, Dr. Addisalem has conducted and published numerous studies contributing valuable insights that inform both classroom practice and systematic reform. with a passion for shaping future generations and improving institutional standards, he continues to influence the field through teaching, consultancy, and thought leadership.

Skills

  • Administration
  • Education
  • Teaching
  • Curriculum Design
    10
  • School leadership
    10
  • Team build
    10
  • English
    10
  • Amharic
    10
  • Afan Oromo
    10

Experience

Addisalem Bekele

Work experience
  • Develop and implement the school's strategic plan.
  •  Inspire and motivate staff and students to achieve the school's mission and goals
  •  Oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the curriculum and ensure alignment with international education standards
  •  Monitor and evaluate students' progress.
  •  Recruit, hire, and retain qualified teachers and staff
  •  Provide ongoing Professional Development and training
  •  Conduct performance evaluations and offer constructive feedback.
  •  Manage day-to-day operations of the school
  •  Ensure the safety and maintenance of the school facilities
  •  Oversee budget planning and resource allocation
  •  Communicate effectively with all stakeholders (parents, students, and wider community)
  •  Develop and enforce school policies and procedures
  •  Handle disciplinary issues and conflict resolution
  •  Lead initiatives for school improvement and growth
  •  Stay updated with the latest educational trends and technologies, and implement innovative teaching methods and tools.

Addisalem Bekele

Work experience
  • September, 2023 - August, 2024
  • Fulltime
  •  Administrative duties including budgets, developing school policies and procedures,
  • coordinating staff meeting and handling disciplinary actions,
  •  Curriculum Development and Review: Monitoring academic progress, addressing
  • behavioral issues, and supporting social and emotional support
  •  Staff supervision
  •  Preparing and implementing plans (annual and weekly),
  •  Meeting parents regularly and discussing different matters,
  •  Preparing academic calendars and schedules for exams (mid-term and final)
  •  Program coordination

Addisalem Bekele

Work experience
  • Oversaw and maintained high standards for all academic and administrative services across the college.
  • Conduct regular audits and develop structured formats and tools to ensure a consistent quality benchmark.
  • Designed and facilitated professional development training for faculty and staff to align with institutional goals.
  • Managed and resolved complaints from students and employees with transparency and efficiency, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Led the recruitment process for qualified and experienced educators, ensuring excellence in teaching standards.
  • Monitored and evaluated the teaching-learning process to maintain curriculum integrity and pedagogical effectiveness.
  • Supervised multiple campuses, ensuring alignment with quality assurance protocols and institutional vision.

Addisalem Bekele

Work experience
  • As Ethics Monitoring Executive Officer, I oversee and promote ethical standards across university operations, contributing to a transparent, responsible academic environment. In addition to my administrative leadership, I actively engage in academic and committee roles that support institutional excellence and community impact:
  • Design and deliver lectures, teaching materials, and academic modules.
  • Conduct scholarly research and participate in community engagement initiatives.
  • Provide academic advising to both undergraduate and graduate students, including postgraduate examination duties.
  • Serve as a key member of the Quality Assurance Committee, supporting the evaluation and enhancement of academic programs.
  • Contribute to strategic curriculum planning as a member of the Curriculum Development Committee.
  • Participate in faculty advancement decisions as part of the Promotion Committee.

Addisalem Bekele

Education
  • Western Philosophy, Indian Philosophy, Social and Political Philosophy, Ethics,
  • Epistemology, Logic and Scientific Method, etc.

Addisalem Bekele

Education
  • August, 2015 - February, 2019
  • Fulltime
  • Western Philosophy, Philosophy of Religion, Eastern Philosophy, Research Method,
  • Dissertation

Addisalem Bekele

Education
  • Educational Philosophy
  • Curriculum Studies
  • Educational Assessment and Evaluation
  • Teaching Method
  • Classroom Management
  • Lesson Planning and Instructional Design
  • Research Skills and Action Research

Addisalem Bekele

Education
  • MA in Development Studies (Governance, Democracy and Development)  at   Mekelle university
  • Developmental, Environmental, Gender, Natural Resource, Project Management,
  • Public Administration, Public Policy, Strategic Management, Governance, and Conflict Courses and Research Methodology
  • Thesis

Addisalem Bekele

Work experience
  • 🎓 Academic Roles:
  • Held successive academic ranks, including Graduate Assistant I & II, Assistant Lecturer, Lecturer, and Assistant Professor in the Department of Civic and Ethical Studies.
  • Delivered undergraduate and graduate-level courses; developed teaching materials and curricula aligned with educational goals.
  • Advised and examined graduate and postgraduate students; led departmental planning and reporting.
  • 🏛 Administrative & Leadership Roles:
  • Head of Department, Civic and Ethical Studies (Dec 2012 – Jun 2015) Oversaw department activities, supervised 33 staff members, chaired department council meetings, and facilitated collaboration with university units.
  • Chairperson, Administrative Council Committee (Jul 2013 – Jun 2015). Led strategic policy discussion and implementation for university-wide governance.
  • Coordinator, College of Social Sciences & Humanities – Research & Community Service (Jan 2014 – Jun 2015) Directed research initiatives and community outreach efforts within the college.
  • Representative, Academic Wing for Ethics & Anti-Corruption Office (Jan 2014 – Jun 2015). Advocated academic integrity and ethical leadership across institutional frameworks.
  • Member, Good Governance Empowerment Revolution Committee (Apr 2014 – Jun 2015). Promoted transparent governance through policy and awareness campaigns.
  • Member, Scholarship Committee (Dec 2011 – Jun 2015) Participated in the evaluation and awarding of scholarships based on merit and need.
  • Active Committee Member Contributed to various college- and department-level committees focused on academic quality, policy development, and institutional reform.

Addisalem Bekele

Education
  • September, 2004 - August, 2007
  • Fulltime
  • Philosophy courses and research methods
  • Senior Essay
 

Copyright 2025