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Elizabeth Ondieki

Nairobi

Summary

Motivated and results-driven international English and Literature educator with a strong background in both local and international curricula, including experience in diverse classroom settings. Skilled in differentiated instruction, digital learning integration, and fostering inclusive environments that support language development and critical thinking. Proven ability to design engaging lesson plans, assess learner progress effectively, and inspire students toward academic excellence. Passionate about continuous professional growth and eager to contribute meaningfully to a forward-thinking institution where I can support learners and advance my teaching career.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

English/Literature Teacher

Priority Schools
Nairobi
01.2025 - Current
  • Increased student engagement through interactive teaching strategies, including project-based learning and digital tools.
  • Delivered comprehensive English and Literature lessons under international curricula, including IGCSE and CBC, effectively supporting learners with diverse academic needs and language backgrounds.
  • Designed and implemented engaging, student-centered lesson plans featuring dynamic discussions, interactive exercises, and multimedia resources to enhance critical thinking and language skills.
  • Customized teaching strategies and differentiated instruction to accommodate varied learning styles, ensuring equitable access and fostering inclusive classroom environments where all students thrived.
  • Conducted continuous formative and summative assessments, including written assignments, tests, and oral presentations, providing timely, constructive feedback to track student progress and guide improvement.
  • Collaborated with colleagues and parents to support student development, contributed to curriculum development initiatives, and participated in extracurricular activities that enriched the school community.

English /Literature Teacher

Light International Schools
Nairobi
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Delivered English and Literature lessons aligned with the international curriculum (IGCSE), effectively engaging students across varied skill levels and cultural backgrounds through differentiated instruction and inclusive classroom practices.
  • Increased student engagement through interactive teaching strategies, including project-based learning and digital tools.
  • Initiated and implemented a daily morning reading routine, “Drop Everything and Read (DEAR),” significantly improving students’ reading fluency, comprehension, and fostering a school-wide reading culture.
  • Designed and facilitated interactive lesson plans that incorporated dynamic discussions, group work, and creative exercises, increasing student participation and critical thinking in language and literature.
  • Regularly assessed student progress through diverse evaluation methods, including written assignments, oral presentations, and standardized tests, offering timely, constructive feedback that guided measurable academic improvement.
  • Attended professional development workshops to stay up-to-date with best practices in education.
  • Organized field trips related to course topics to provide real-world experiences.
  • Maintained accurate records of student grades, attendance and behavior.
  • Involved parents in the educational process by regularly sending home updates about their child's performance.
  • Utilized technology such as online resources and multimedia presentations to enhance lessons.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education English/Literature

The Catholic University Of Eastern Africa
Nairobi,Kenya
10-2024

International Curricula

Braeburn Group of Schools
Nairobi,Kenya
02-2023

Computer And Information Systems

St Anns College
Kisii,Kenya
05-2020

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education

St Mary's Lwak Girls
Siaya, Kenya
12-2019

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Creativity in teaching
  • English curriculum expertise
  • Virtual learning environment tools
  • Team collaboration
  • Subject knowledge

Affiliations

  • Initiated and implemented a school-wide morning reading program, “Drop Everything and Read (DEAR),” which significantly improved students' reading fluency, comprehension, and fostered a strong reading culture across the school.
  • Led the organization of annual English Language Week, coordinating spelling bees, debates, drama performances, and creative writing contests that enhanced students’ language skills and boosted confidence in public speaking and literary expression.
  • Facilitated a student-led Literature Circle program, encouraging peer discussion, critical thinking, and analytical reading of prescribed and supplementary texts in preparation for the IGCSE exams.
  • Coordinated inter-school public speaking competitions, helping students build confidence, articulate ideas clearly, and represent the school successfully at various regional events.

Certification

  • Braeburn Group of International Schools( International Curricula)
  • Certificate in Pearson Edexcel GCSE English Literature
  • Advanced English as a Second Language
  • Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
  • Certificate in Psychological Counseling
  • Certificate in First Aid
  • Certificate in Technical Writing (L210)

References

  • Mrs. Agnes Makau, Light International School, +254 713 829 393
  • Mr. Monari Rickson, Administrator, Priority Schools, +254 725 706 035

Timeline

English/Literature Teacher

Priority Schools
01.2025 - Current

English /Literature Teacher

Light International Schools
05.2024 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Education English/Literature

The Catholic University Of Eastern Africa

International Curricula

Braeburn Group of Schools

Computer And Information Systems

St Anns College

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education

St Mary's Lwak Girls
Elizabeth Ondieki