Benedict Onyango
Nakuru
Summary
Dynamic and innovative Teacher of Physical Education and Mathematics with extensive experience in teaching, coaching, and outdoor adventure leadership. Passionate about promoting fitness, teamwork, resilience, and academic achievement. Committed to student growth, pastoral care, and fostering environments that encourage respect, responsibility, and lifelong learning.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher of PE & Mathematics | House Parent | Outdoor & Adventure Assistant
St. Andrew’s School, Turi
09.2023 - Current
- Deliver high-quality lessons in both PE and Mathematics across Key Stages, aligned with international standards.
- Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including EAL students and those with specific learning differences, ensuring inclusion and equity in every lesson.
- Integrate a variety of pedagogical approaches, including inquiry-based learning, problem-solving strategies, and technology-enhanced teaching.
- Plan and deliver rigorous schemes of work, ensuring progression of knowledge, skills, and values while embedding cross-curricular connections.
- Design and implement assessments for learning strategies, using formative and summative tools to monitor progress and provide timely, constructive feedback.
- Track and analyse student performance data to inform planning, intervention, and reporting to parents and leadership.
- Contribute to the development and review of departmental curriculum, sharing best practices and aligning with the school’s ethos and strategic goals.
- Foster student independence, curiosity, and resilience through interactive and collaborative learning experiences.
- Encourage students to participate in competitions, enrichment projects, and leadership opportunities linked to PE, sport, and mathematics.
- Collaborate with colleagues in cross-curricular projects (e.g. using mathematics in sports performance analysis).
- Actively promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive behaviour within the classroom environment.
- Engage parents through regular communication, progress reporting, and participation in parent-teacher conferences.
- Take part in professional learning communities (PLCs) and contribute to whole-school teaching and learning initiatives.
- Mentor and guide students beyond academics, building values of responsibility, discipline, and perseverance.
- Drive forward the vision and mission of St. Andrew’s Turi to become the leading school in Africa, while upholding and supporting the school’s Christian ethos.
- Implement and grow the Prep School’s co-curricular outdoor provision, serving students from Early Years through Year 8.
- Plan, document, and lead weekly outdoor adventure sessions during Games and Scouts, creating activities that build student resilience, teamwork, and character.
- Manage and maintain outdoor facilities and resources, including the reservoir, forest, obstacle courses, mountain bike trails, and equipment storage areas, ensuring they remain safe and fit for purpose.
- Assist in the delivery of world-class outdoor education provision, working with the Head of Adventure, Deputy Co-Curricular Coordinator, and Estates staff to innovate and expand opportunities.
- Coach and mentor Prep School staff to support outdoor activities, including training and qualifications in adventure and risk management.
- Co-lead the Scouting programme, continuing Turi’s long-standing tradition, and serve as Endeavour Award Coordinator.
- Support the organisation and running of weekend outdoor provision, serving as part of a weekend duty team to facilitate safe and enriching student experiences.
- Play a key role in major annual expeditions and whole-school camps, including leading student treks to Mt. Elgon, Mt. Satima, and other destinations.
- Contribute to the growth of external competitions and events in outdoor education, liaising with external partners to provide opportunities for both pupils and staff.
- Take responsibility for risk assessments, health and safety standards, and kit management, ensuring all equipment is safe, compliant, and ready for use.
- Attend and contribute to Co-Curricular Leadership Team meetings, supporting the strategic development of outdoor education at Turi.
- Provide the Deputy Co-Curricular Coordinator and Marketing Manager with reports and updates on outdoor activities and achievements.
- Uphold professional standards, participate in appraisal processes, and actively contribute to whole-school duties as required.
- Serve as House Parent, providing holistic pastoral care for students and fostering a safe, supportive, and Christian boarding environment.
- Line-manage a team of up to 11 pastoral staff (Assistant House Parent, Tutors, Matrons, Graduate Assistants), ensuring consistent care and accountability.
- Uphold safeguarding policies, oversee wellbeing, and address discipline and behavioural matters with fairness and integrity.
- Build strong, regular communication channels with parents, ensuring transparency in academic, behavioural, and social matters.
- Chair weekly house team meetings, manage prefect teams, and ensure house routines and systems run smoothly.
- Oversee safety within the boarding house: fire drills, security checks, risk management, and maintenance reporting.
- Manage and monitor boarding budgets, using resources to enhance student life and improve facilities.
- Support the Christian ethos of the school by leading prayer, nurturing students’ spiritual journeys, and fostering values-based community living.
Teacher of PE & KS3 Mathematics | Director of Sports (Junior School & Early Years) | Boys’ Dorm Parent
Greensteds International School
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Developed and facilitated age-appropriate PE curriculum for IGCSE and A-Levels, ensuring lessons were inclusive, engaging, and in line with international standards.
- Designed and implemented daily lessons promoting physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development.
- Delivered Key Stage 3 Mathematics, encouraging intellectual curiosity, setting meaningful tasks, and maintaining student attainment records.
- Used differentiated teaching strategies (visual, auditory, kinaesthetic) to cater for diverse learning needs.
- Integrated technology, cross-curricular links, and school values into PE and Maths lessons.
- Monitored and assessed student progress regularly, adjusting short- and long-term plans to support individual needs.
- Served as Director of Sports for Junior School & Early Years, overseeing curriculum delivery, class registration, coaches, equipment, safety protocols, and fixture scheduling.
- Delivered and coordinated basketball programmes across the whole school, building student skills and fostering competitive teams.
- Hosted and coached after-school sessions across multiple sports — hockey, rugby, cricket, football, basketball, athletics, and track & field.
- Head Coach of Junior School athletics and basketball, leading teams to finals and podium finishes at regional competitions (including Kasarani Braeburn athletics meet).
- Coordinated and ran major sporting events such as Early Years Sports Day and Key Stage 1 Sports Day.
- Served as Boys’ Dorm Parent and KS3 Form Tutor, ensuring the academic, social, and emotional well-being of boarding students.
- Fostered a supportive and safe boarding environment by establishing routines, positive behaviour management, and open communication.
- Collaborated closely with families regarding student progress, behaviour, and overall development.
- Encouraged responsibility, respect, and resilience among boarding students.
- Played an active role in strengthening and guiding sports department operations, ensuring smooth delivery of fixtures, tournaments, and inter-school competitions.
- Successfully coordinated inter-house and staff tournaments, boosting school culture and community spirit.
- Supported the design of inclusive PE programmes that emphasised teamwork, problem-solving, and lifelong fitness.
- Applied specialist knowledge of biology, anatomy, and kinesiology to design safe and effective training and conditioning programmes.
- Actively participated in parent-teacher conferences, reporting on student achievement and areas for growth.
- Worked with senior leadership and teaching staff to align PE and Mathematics programmes with whole-school goals.
- Liaised with other schools and higher education providers to enhance teaching standards and student opportunities.
- Contributed positively to staff meetings and professional discussions, sharing expertise and innovative ideas.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Physical Education & Sports
University of Nairobi
01.2021
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Leadership
- Student Advocacy
- Event Planning & Coordination
- Programme Development
- Organisational Skills
- Patience & Adaptability
- Resilience
- Cultural Awareness
- Relationship Building
- Expertise in Exercise Science
- Fitness
- Team & Individual Sports
- Curriculum Design & Assessment
- Inclusive & Differentiated Teaching
- Coaching & Athlete Development
- Basketball
- Athletics
- Rugby
- Hockey
- Outdoor & Adventure Leadership
- Cycling
- Climbing
- Paddling
- Hiking
- Pastoral Care & Boarding Leadership
- Safeguarding & Child Well-being
- Community Engagement
- Mentorship
- Grassroots Sports Development
Accomplishments
- Currently supporting grassroots basketball development as Assistant Coach to Lady Titans (recently promoted to the Kenya Women’s Premier League) and Magharibi Hoopers, mentoring athletes and strengthening community basketball.
- Played a key role in strengthening the Year 7 & 8 Boys’ Boarding House programme, reviewing and establishing age-appropriate systems, and contributing to the development of the boarding facility.
- Contributed significantly to the growth of the sporting programme at Greensteds International School, guiding departmental operations and helping shape long-term strategy.
- Boosted and organised the Prep School Adventure Programme at St. Andrew’s Turi, designing and implementing age-appropriate activities in cycling, paddling, and climbing for multiple age groups.
- Coached multiple school teams to finals and semi-final appearances across athletics, hockey, basketball, and rugby, enhancing both individual performance and team competitiveness.
- Pioneered a basketball mentorship programme in Kawangware, focusing on inclusivity, confidence-building, and character development.
- Coordinated the first-ever staff football and netball tournament at Greensteds, fostering staff cohesion and community spirit.
- Established a Junior School Basketball Club at Greensteds, embedding values of teamwork, communication, and leadership.
- Head Coach of Junior School athletics teams, leading them to multiple podium finishes at regional competitions.
- Directed and ran a summer football camp, leading the U7 mixed football team to championship victory at Rusinga.
References
Available Upon Request
T S C No
997436
Professional Development
- 01/01/25, ASCA International Coaching Certification, Levels 1–4
- 01/01/23, Leading a Boarding Team (Boarding Schools’ Association – BSA)
- 01/01/23, Certificate in Understanding Low Mood, Sadness and Depression in Children and Young People (International Schools)
- 01/01/23, MovNat (Human Natural Movement Course), Levels 1 & 2
- 01/01/25, Paddle Safer Training (Outdoor Safety)
- 01/01/25, Belaying Training (Climbing & Rope Safety)
- 01/01/22, Cambridge Professional Development Certificate in Teaching and Learning
- 01/01/23, Child Protection, Bullying Prevention, and Mental Well-being Certifications
- 01/01/22, Certificates in Behaviour Basics, Coaching Styles, Sports Management, Team Leadership
- 01/01/22, NFHS Certifications: Fundamentals of Coaching, Basketball, Hockey, Field Hockey, and Goalkeeping
Timeline
Teacher of PE & Mathematics | House Parent | Outdoor & Adventure Assistant
St. Andrew’s School, Turi
09.2023 - Current
Teacher of PE & KS3 Mathematics | Director of Sports (Junior School & Early Years) | Boys’ Dorm Parent
Greensteds International School
01.2021 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Education - Physical Education & Sports
University of Nairobi