Sindo Academy | Mbita, Kenya – TSC Approved Teacher
June 2016 – June 2023
Teacher, Mathematics and Biology, Autism
- Organized classroom systems and procedures and managed student behavior to fully engage
Students in learning.
- Employed successful teaching practices to achieve instructional goals for diverse math courses.
- Selected and approved instructional materials, supplies and equipment to meet needs of students
Taking math courses.
- Customized teaching approaches based on understanding and abilities of different student groups.
- Assisted with development of progress monitoring and improvement planning strategies to enhance
Student performance against course goals and university benchmarks.
- Served on various committees to improve department operations and success.
- Demonstrated mathematical and biology concepts in relatable ways and with numerous real-world
Examples.
- Helped choose, revise and approve mathematics and biology curricula and lessons.
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- Held regular office hours to help struggling students understand concepts and improve abilities.
- Tutored students to improve grasp of subject materials and improve performance
Machakos Technical School for the Deaf | Machakos, Kenya
● February 2015 - April 2016
Tutor, Special Needs Students, Sign language, Behavioral Disorder
- Paced lessons and modules on students' ability, goals and academic timetable.
- Facilitated students' understanding of classroom material and homework assignments.
- Created new lesson plans based on students' interests, learning styles and knowledge gaps.
- Led tutoring workshops and group lessons to make learning more accessible.
- Identified needs of learners, adapting course content and delivery style to meet individual needs.
- Helped students to improve efficiency of study time, advising on time management, revision and
Notetaking skills.
- Improved performance of small groups of students with targeted instruction.
- Assessed and marked students' progress at strategic intervals, using results to give detailed feedback and advice.
- Recommended practices and materials to further develop skills outside of tutoring hours.
- Designed additional teaching and practice materials to further explore topics and improve
Understanding.
- Built students' confidence by assigning time for controlled and free practice.
- Worked closely with parents, teachers and counselors to offer each student personalized support.
- Collaborated with students and parents to determine learning objectives and assess student needs.
Nairobi Home- Based Tuition Center| Nairobi
● February 2014 - February 2015
Teacher, Mathematics and Biology, Autism
- Organized classroom systems and procedures and managed student behavior to fully engage
Students in learning.
- Employed successful teaching practices to achieve instructional goals for diverse math courses.
- Selected and approved instructional materials, supplies and equipment to meet needs of students
Taking math courses.
- Customized teaching approaches based on understanding and abilities of different student groups.
- Assisted with development of progress monitoring and improvement planning strategies to enhance
Student performance against course goals and university benchmarks.
- Served on various committees to improve department operations and success.
- Demonstrated mathematical and biology concepts in relatable ways and with numerous real-world
Examples.
- Helped choose, revise and approve mathematics and biology curricula and lessons.
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- Held regular office hours to help struggling students understand concepts and improve abilities.
- Tutored students to improve grasp of subject materials and improve performance.
Roysambu Avant-Garden Academy | Nairobi, Kenya
● May 2013 - February 2014
Teacher, Mathematics and Biology, Speech therapy, behavioral challenge
- Brought fresh approaches to mathematics and biology instruction by incorporating new instructional techniques and real-life applications.
- Tutored students to improve grasp of subject materials and improve performance.
- Supported students' needs with classroom instruction and personalized assistance during office hours and via email.
- Recruited new students to math and biology lessons thus increasing the student population growth.
- Contributed to school committees focused on improving institutional policies, optimizing departmental matters and addressing academic issues.
- Helped students of math and biology explore career options and advised on optimal course choices.
Stadi Za Maisha (NGO) | Nairobi
● April 2012 - May 2013
Teacher, Gifted and Talented students, Autistic learners and Deaf students
- Created quizzes and exams to evaluate student comprehension and uncover challenges.
- Assisted students in understanding digital privacy and common risks of social media use.• Encouraged students to explore ideas and expand intellectual curiosity through moderated classroom discussions.
- Implemented visual aids and technology-based learning tools to support student learning.
- Maintained current records of student and class data with frequent updates.
- Supervised students to proactively address conflicts or assist with challenges.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with each student to encourage positive learning outcomes.
- Researched new and emerging trends and discourse to consider curriculum updates.
- Mentored students through individual challenges to increase comprehension of core concepts.
- Organized materials and classroom spaces to boost teaching efficiency and success.
Visa Oshwal Community, Parklands | Nairobi, Kenya
● January 2011 – March 2012
Special Needs Teacher, Autistic learners, mentally challenged learners
- Applied knowledge of non-violent crisis intervention using verbal and non-verbal techniques to defuse problematic behavior.
- Organized classroom environment to maximize student independence, boundaries and mutual respect.
- Observed students to identify concerns and developed strategies to address challenges.
- Delivered instruction in one-on-one, small group and full class contexts to increase opportunities for student engagement.
