Caren Kims

A keen to details and results driven educationist with experience navigating through the roles accorded to me meticulously and diligently. My dedication and motivation are the virtues I highly espouse, which are key in demonstrating an outstanding professional competence and high level of integrity, committing to the principles and values of honesty, consistency and discipline in executing all duties and responsibilities, and delivering quality output in an esteemed organization where my exceptional skills and abilities are challenged. I endeavor to always optimize my skills and experience to produce excellent results and be an invaluable asset to an organization.

Administrative Assistant - Kisii University - Kisii

(2015-07)

• Managing daily office operations in the school of Education & Human Resource Development.
• Supporting students and staff navigate teaching and learning activities.
• Handling communications (phones, emails), schedules according to University calendar.
• Preparing departmental documents (memos, reports, Minutes).
• Maintaining records/files through Electronic System management and ordering supplies within the department.
• Assisting with organization of events, including Graduation ceremonies.
• Ensuring smooth departmental functioning with discretion and strong organizational skills.

Teacher & Boarding Mistress & Class-teacher & Trainer/Coach - Testimony School - Eldoret

(2013-01 - 2015-06)

Multiple roles including Teacher for English Language & Literature/French, Boarding Mistress for Girls Dormitory, Class-teacher Form 2, and Trainer/Coach for Games and Sports. Awarded Best Teacher form 2 with regard to target achieved.

• Preparation of lesson plan, lesson notes, records of work covered summary, examinations, excel summaries of student performance both in French and English Subjects.
• Working with management to oversee boarding section, executing residential section protocol and procedures for student welfare.
• Resided in the boarding section to closely monitor hygiene, time keeping, emergency response systems, discipline and challenges from social, economic, academic, relating to student welfare.
• Relaying information to staff directly supporting the boarding section (Kitchen, Security, Nursing Station, Chaplain, Halls/Cleaning, Deputy & Headteacher).
• In charge of a mixed gender classroom. Handling classroom challenges, encouraging learners, understanding each individual general progress, acting as a parent assistant in the academic category.
• Building foundational skills to helping athletes reach their highest potential.
• Helping athletes at every level grow, improve, and achieve their goals.
• Fostering mental resilience, setting goals, and inspiring athletes to push beyond their limits.
• Planning, organizing and executing training camps according to the needs and demands of the team.
• Planning and organizing trials for talent identification and recruitment of new players for the team.
• Creating policies and strategies for the team, instructing players and providing mentorship.

French Teacher - Baraton International School

(2009-01 - 2014-12)

• Creating and implementing curriculum that is aligned with educational standards.
• Teaching French language, grammar, pronunciation, and cultural nuances, often speaking French in the classroom.
• Fostering an interactive, positive, and inclusive classroom atmosphere.
• Providing extra help for struggling students and offering enrichment for advanced learners.
• Creating teaching aids, materials, and digital resources, including language games.
• Designing and grading quizzes, tests, assignments, and oral exams and providing constructive feedback.
• Maintaining accurate records of attendance, grades, and student performance.
• Regularly updating parents on student progress and attend parent-teacher conferences.
• Working with other staff, attending meetings, and contributing to school events and policies.

Masters - Education (Curriculum, Instruction and Education Media) - Kisii University (2015 - 2020)

Bachelors - Education Arts (English language and Literature, French) - University of Eastern Africa, Baraton (2009 - 2014)

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - Milimani Schools (2004 - 2008)

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - Green Highlands Academy (1995 - 2004)