Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Interests
Coloring, drawing, making jokes, creating
Timeline
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Joy Magara

Joy Magara

Teacher
Nairobi, Nairobi Province,30

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at The Nairobi School, excelling in student engagement and behavior management. Skilled in implementing interactive curriculum and fostering collaborative learning environments. Adept at motivating students and enhancing their academic performance through tailored lesson plans and effective communication in both Kiswahili and English.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages

Work History

Teacher

The Nairobi School
05.2024 - 11.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.

Teaching Assistant

Lakewood Premier School
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
  • Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
  • Assisted the lead teacher in developing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and abilities.
  • Designed and implemented engaging classroom activities, resulting in higher student interest and motivation.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Daystar University
Athi River, Machakos District, Kenya
11.2025 - Current

Skills

Student engagement

Certification

UNICEF, Alison, Kenya Level One Sign Language Interpreter

Interests

Public Speaking

Writing

Coloring, drawing, making jokes, creating

Drawing, coloring, making jokes, and creating are vital activities that foster holistic development in individuals, particularly young people. These activities enhance cognitive skills by encouraging problem-solving and critical thinking, while also promoting emotional expression and self-confidence. Engaging in creative arts, such as drawing and coloring, helps develop fine motor skills and enhances imagination, while humor fosters social connections and reduces stress. Together, these pursuits encourage exploration, cultural awareness, and mindfulness, enriching personal expression and overall well-being. Bringing ideas to life is also creating which promotes critical thinking and collaboration amongst my peers.

Timeline

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Daystar University
11.2025 - Current

Teacher

The Nairobi School
05.2024 - 11.2024

Teaching Assistant

Lakewood Premier School
02.2023 - 08.2023
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