CYNTHIA AKINYI NEREA
Physical Education Teacher
Nairobi
Summary
A dedicated Physical Education teacher and sports leader with experience leading and delivering high-quality, inclusive PE and sports programs aligned with international best practice. An effective communicator with strong expertise in behaviour management, student motivation and collaborative practice, committed to enhancing student progress, wellbeing and whole-school development.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Head of Sports (PE and Co-curricular Sports)
Kianda School
01.2021 - Current
- Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Physical Education and Co-curricular Sports Department, ensuring provision aligns with the school’s ethos, safeguarding requirements and British international standards.
- Lead the planning, delivery and evaluation of a broad, balanced and inclusive PE curriculum. Promoting physical literacy, health and wellbeing.
- Ensure high-quality teaching and learning through effective pedagogy, curriculum sequencing, differentiation and assessment for learning.
- Line manage and support PE staff and sports coaches, including staff deployment, performance monitoring, mentoring and professional development.
- Monitor, assess and report on student progress and attainment, using assessment data to inform planning and targeted intervention.
- Promote positive behaviour and student wellbeing, creating a safe, inclusive and well-managed learning environment.
- Develop and implement a departmental development plan, contributing to whole-school improvement priorities.
- Coordinate inter-house, inter-school and competitive sporting fixtures, ensuring effective organization, supervision and risk assessment.
- Source and organize enrichment opportunities, including sports tours, exchange programs and partnerships, to enhance student experience and global exposure.
- Manage the use, scheduling and maintenance of sports facilities and equipment, ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements.
- Liaise effectively with parents, teaching staff, support staff and external providers to support student attainment and engagement in sport.
Physical Education Teacher
Kianda School
01.2017 - 12.2020
- Employed effective teaching methods to uphold excellence.
- Planned, delivered and evaluated high-quality Physical Education lessons in line with curriculum standards and best practice.
- Promoted students’ physical, social, emotional and mental well-being through inclusive and age-appropriate physical activities.
- Maintained a safe and supportive learning environment by adhering to safeguarding, child protection and health and safety policies.
- Assessed student progress using a range of formative and summative assessment strategies and provided constructive feedback.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of learners of varying abilities.
- Promoted positive behaviour, sportsmanship, teamwork and respect in all lessons and sporting activities.
- Organized and supported extracurricular sports programs, inter-house events and inter-school competitions.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, equipment inventories and incident reports.
- Communicated effectively and professionally with parents regarding student progress, participation and well-being.
- Collaborated with colleagues and school leadership to support whole-school priorities and student development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exercise And Sports Science
Kenyatta University
Nairobi, Kenya 04.2001 -
Skills
Friendly, positive attitude
Teamwork and collaboration
Computer skills
Problem-solving
Calm under pressure
Excellent communicator
Certification
Teaching Licence / Registration: Teachers Service Commission (Kenya)
Quote
Developing confident, resilient learners through high-quality physical education and sport.
Work Availability
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Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Swahili
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Head of Sports (PE and Co-curricular Sports)
Kianda School
01.2021 - Current
Physical Education Teacher
Kianda School
01.2017 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Exercise And Sports Science
Kenyatta University
04.2001 -