Erick Aketch
Summary
- Dedicated and innovative educational leader with extensive experience in teaching and educational leadership.
- Proven expertise in curriculum development, teacher training, and educational policy reform.
- Skilled in fostering inclusive learning environments and driving initiatives that promote academic excellence and equity.
- Adept at leading multidisciplinary teams, managing complex projects, and engaging with diverse stakeholders to advocate for systemic change.
- Committed to preparing students for success in an interconnected world through culturally responsive and forward-thinking educational practices.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Mathematics Department
Teachers Service Commission
Kisumu, Kenya
03.2022 - Current
- Teaching mathematics and business studies.
- Ensuring that school internal examinations are set, done by students and marked.
- Co-ordinates the academic work of all teachers in the department.
- Review the curriculum and schemes of work and recommends improvement where necessary.
- Carries out other duties allocated to me by the principal.
Head of Training and Development
St. Marks School, Ndwara
Kisumu
01.2020 - Current
- Organizing career sessions in school for the students.
- Guide students on the best way to select subjects in upper classes.
- Developing the personality of the students
- Providing occupational information to the students
Regional Coordinator for Youths
KEWOTA
Kisumu
05.2017 - 05.2024
- Oversees the design and implementation of programs or activities to support youth education and development.
- Create schedules, timelines and detailed outlines for all youth teams.
- Coordinates and supervises the day-to-day activities of program staff, youth interns, and apprentices
- Facilitates the design and implementation of the youth team projects.
- Tracks and documents program sessions with sign in sheets, detailed notes, photos, & any other means deemed appropriate.
- Leads evaluations of program staff and evaluations of interns/apprentices in collaboration with program staff.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Education
Kibabii University
Bungoma, Kenya11.2016
High School Diploma -
Ratta Mixed Secondary School
Kisumu, Kenya11.2011
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- leadership and management
- Time Management
- Good Communication Skills
Accomplishments
1. Curriculum Development:
- Designed and implemented a comprehensive STEM curriculum that increased student engagement and improved standardized test scores by 20% over two years.
2. Teacher Training:
- Developed and led professional development workshops for over 100 educators, resulting in a 30% improvement in classroom management skills and teaching effectiveness.
3. Educational Policy Reform:
- Played a key role in revising district-wide educational policies to incorporate digital literacy, ensuring all students have access to essential 21st-century skills.
4. Student Achievement:
- Successfully mentored and coached a team of students to win regional academic competitions, enhancing the school's reputation for academic excellence.
5. Community Engagement:
- Established partnerships with local businesses and organizations to create internship opportunities for students, significantly enhancing real-world learning experiences.
7. Innovation in Education:
- Introduced blended learning models and integrated technology in classrooms, leading to a more personalized learning experience and higher student satisfaction.
8. Inclusive Education:
- Implemented inclusive education strategies that improved academic outcomes for students with diverse learning needs, resulting in a more equitable learning environment.
Certification
- Has successfully and satisfactorily completed a short course for Microsoft Office Word and Excel in 2011
- Has completed training in recognition of the workshop on leadership at Bard University in December 3, 2022
- Successfully completed a course on Effective Leadership at HP LIFE in 2024
Languages
English
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Head of Mathematics Department
Teachers Service Commission
03.2022 - Current
Head of Training and Development
St. Marks School, Ndwara
01.2020 - Current
Regional Coordinator for Youths
KEWOTA
05.2017 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Education - Education
Kibabii University
High School Diploma -
Ratta Mixed Secondary School