George Kimani
Ruiru,Kiambu District
Summary
- I am an individual who strives for excellence and values integrity, commitment, and humility. I possess excellent interpersonal and leadership skills and enjoy helping others achieve success, which I consider a noble cause. I can work in challenging environments without supervision and guarantee the best results.
- I aim to gain knowledge, skills, and experience and apply them to provide practical solutions to problems that accelerate achieving institutional goals.
- I aspire to undertake challenging assignments in the corporate world to revolutionise and change the world's fundamental problems.
- I am an organised and dependable teacher of English and Literature with five years of experience. Successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willing to take on greater responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Special Education Teacher (English)
Peponi School
Ruiru, Kiambu District
09.2020 - Current
- Assisted in producing programmes, lessons, and activities, adapting them to meet students' abilities.
- Devised individualised learning plans and targets for students based on observation and progress.
- Conducted regular student assessments to determine progress.
- Collected and interpreted specialist assessment data to inform teaching practices.
- Collaborated with staff to plan and schedule lessons for special needs students.
Teacher of English and Literature
Ndumberi Girls High School
Ruiru, Kiambu District
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Planned dynamic, interesting lessons by incorporating variety of mediums.
- Related course material to students' interests, preferences and experiences.
- Highlighted importance of composition, grammar and sentence construction rules.
- Managed challenging behaviour with firm and fair style.
- Researched teaching methods, advising colleagues on interesting findings.
- Prepared comprehensive feedback and revision plans for students.
- Adapted teaching styles and resources to suit student age and ability.
Teacher of English and Literature
Alpha High School - Juja
Juja, Kiambu District
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Engaged with students through conversational language, simplifying curriculum into relevant, understandable information.
- Created vibrant learning atmosphere through interactive exercises and discussions.
- Taught spelling, pronunciation and sentence structure to form basic foundation of language.
- Set-up equipment and gathered teaching materials to prepare for lessons.
- Established positive, productive classroom environments for maximised student engagement.
Teaching Practice: English & Literature
Joytown Secondary School
Thika, Nairobi Province
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Developed creative, varied curriculum to meet diverse student needs.
- Identified student strengths and weaknesses, providing constructive feedback to improve results.
- Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
- Established clear learning outcomes and targets for different abilities.
- Maintained good knowledge of current topics to provide helpful, informative student guidance.
- Engaged students with lesson materials by building positive rapport.
- Boosted student success by maximising individual learning, balancing group and individual instruction models to accommodate different academic levels.
Teaching Practicum: Teacher’s Aide, Occupational and Physiotherapist
Joytown Special (Primary) School
Thika, Nairobi Province
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Designed and implemented individualised education plans (IEPs) tailored to each student's unique learning needs and abilities. Successfully developed and executed IEPs that resulted in measurable progress and skill development for multiple students with diverse special needs.
- Adapted curriculum and instructional methods to accommodate learning styles, disabilities, and cognitive levels. Effectively modified lesson plans and teaching strategies to make course material accessible and engaging for students with various challenges, such as autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities, or physical impairments.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of professionals, including special education specialists, therapists, and counsellors, to ensure a comprehensive and coordinated approach to supporting each student. Actively participated in team meetings and implemented recommendations from specialists to holistically address students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
- Created a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment that fostered confidence, independence, and a love for learning in students with special needs. Established a positive and nurturing classroom culture where students felt comfortable expressing themselves, taking risks, and developing a growth mindset.
- Tracked and documented student progress, behaviours, and areas of concern through detailed observation and data collection. Maintained thorough and accurate records of each student's development, challenges, and achievements, which informed instructional decisions and facilitated productive communication with parents and support staff.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Education - English and Literature
Kenyatta University
Ruiru, Kenya 05.2013 - 07.2019
GCSEs -
Thika High School
Thika, Kenya 01.2008 - 11.2011
Skills
- Individual Education Plan (IEP) development
- Disability behaviour management
- Inclusive education
- Intellectual disability support
- Adaptive behaviour adjustment
- Strength-based teaching
Accomplishments
- Certificate of Achievement in Transcription Training at Adept Technologies (07/2020 - 08/2020)
- Certificate of Recognition of Outstanding Leadership Skills as a Class Representative (2015-2016)
- Certificate of Recognition of Outstanding Leadership Skills as a Class Representative (2013-2014)
- Appointed as a member of the Board of Management at Kiangari Primary School
- I am an experienced Model United Nation programme coordinator with two successful conferences attended, winning a total of 12 certificates of success in both conferences.
Custom
Reading, travelling, Swimming, Listening to music and making new friends.
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 10/06/94
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Kenyan
- Marital status: Single
- Religion: Christian
Languages
English
Fluent
Affiliations
- Baking, travelling, reading and playing squash
Certification
I am a licensed teacher in Kenya with the Teachers' Service Commission, TSC no: 849504.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher (English)
Peponi School
09.2020 - Current
Teacher of English and Literature
Ndumberi Girls High School
01.2020 - 03.2020
Teacher of English and Literature
Alpha High School - Juja
01.2019 - 12.2019
Teaching Practice: English & Literature
Joytown Secondary School
05.2017 - 08.2017
Teaching Practicum: Teacher’s Aide, Occupational and Physiotherapist
Joytown Special (Primary) School
05.2016 - 08.2016
Bachelor’s Degree in Education - English and Literature
Kenyatta University
05.2013 - 07.2019
GCSEs -
Thika High School
01.2008 - 11.2011