Catherine Wangari Mwangi
Nairobi
Summary
Early Childhood and Primary School Teacher with 10+ years’ experience across CBC, ECDE, Cambridge, and Pearson curricula. Proven track record in raising literacy and numeracy outcomes, improving learner engagement, and strengthening parent–school collaboration. Skilled in school leadership, curriculum delivery, learner assessment, behaviour management, and staff mentorship. Recognized for creating nurturing, creative, and safe learning environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Class Teacher
Little Walkers School
05.2025 - Current
- Leading academic and administrative operations to ensure quality early learning.
- Supervising teachers and improving instructional standards.
- Overseeing safeguarding, safety protocols, and school policy implementation.
- Strengthening parent–school relations and boosting community trust.
- Enhancing school culture through learner-centered leadership and staff mentoring.
Class Teacher – Class Leader
Hayl International School
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Sustained a 90%+ pass rate in internal assessments.
- Strengthened study habits and learner discipline through structured assessments.
- Designed daily lesson plans that enhanced cognitive, emotional, and social development.
- Increased participation by 35% through play-based Cambridge instructional strategies.
Early Childhood Teacher
Mirema School
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Delivered CBC play-based lessons, improving learner engagement and academic outcomes.
- Maintained learner portfolios enabling early identification of developmental and academic needs.
- Increased parental involvement by 50% through structured engagement strategies.
- Represented the school in community forums, leading to a 20% rise in enrolment.
- Led guidance and counselling programs for behaviour and academic support.
Class Teacher
Stepping Stones Preparatory School
01.2013 - 12.2018
- Achieved 90% reading readiness through structured literacy and numeracy programs.
- Improved motor, social, and language skills through songs, storytelling, and creative play.
- Strengthened punctuality and attendance by 15% through effective parent follow-up.
- Coordinated extracurricular programs to boost learner confidence and creativity.
- Reduced resource wastage by 25% through classroom inventory accountability systems.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood – Primary Option
Mount Kenya University
01.2023
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Pet-Williams Teachers Training College
01.2016
Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Harvard Institute of Development Studies
01.2013
Skills
- CBC, ECDE, Cambridge & Pearson Curriculum Delivery
- Literacy & Numeracy Development
- Learner Assessment & Progress Tracking
- Play-Based & Inclusive Instruction
- Classroom & Behaviour Management
- Parent & Community Engagement
- School Leadership & Administration
- Staff Mentorship & Professional Development
- Child Protection & Safety (Fire Safety Certified)
Affiliations
Teachers Service Commission (TSC) – Reg. No. 821884
Certification
- Fire Safety Certificate – Safetynet Consultancy Limited (2025-07-19)
- First Aid Certificate – Safetynet Consultancy Limited (2025-07-19)
- Certificate in Child Care and EYFS (2024)
- Leadership Training (2025)
- Advancing Competencies in:
- Financial Management
- Mental Health Awareness
- Strategic Networking
- Leadership Development
- Professional Excellence (2025)
Awards & Recognition
Certificate of Achievement – Little Walkers School, Awarded for exceptional commitment to nurturing learners with creativity, patience, and care.
Timeline
Class Teacher
Little Walkers School
05.2025 - Current
Class Teacher – Class Leader
Hayl International School
01.2023 - 04.2025
Early Childhood Teacher
Mirema School
01.2019 - 12.2022
Class Teacher
Stepping Stones Preparatory School
01.2013 - 12.2018
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Pet-Williams Teachers Training College
Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Harvard Institute of Development Studies
Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood – Primary Option
Mount Kenya University