Leah Omwandho
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
Summary
Dedicated educator, sports coach, and counselling psychology graduate with over five years of experience supporting the academic, emotional, and social development of young people. Strong background in applying counselling principles—such as emotional regulation, motivation, resilience-building, and individualised learning—within school-based sports and youth development settings. Committed to inclusive education, learner wellbeing, and reflective teaching practice. Seeking admission to the PGCEi (International) with the University of Nottingham to formally transition into classroom-based teaching and contribute to holistic education in international school contexts.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Sports Coach
Kenton College Preparatory School
01.2019 - Current
• Delivered structured sports programmes for preparatory school learners, integrating physical development with emotional and social learning.
• Applied counselling psychology principles to support students’ confidence, emotional regulation, motivation, and self-esteem.
• Adapted instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, abilities, and behavioural profiles.
• Promoted positive behaviour, teamwork, empathy, and resilience in line with whole-child education values.
• Supported student wellbeing by identifying emotional or behavioural concerns and responding with appropriate guidance and pastoral support.
• Ensured student safety through implementation of injury-prevention and safeguarding protocols.
• Collaborated with teaching staff to reinforce holistic learner development.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Kenyatta University
12-2015
High School Diploma -
Ng'iya Girls National School
01.2006 - 11.2010
Skills
Teaching & Education
Learner-centred teaching strategies
Differentiated instruction
Behaviour management & positive discipline
Safeguarding and child protection awareness
Pastoral care and student mentoring
Counselling Psychology
Applied counselling skills
Emotional intelligence and empathy
Child and adolescent development
Mental health advocacy
Resilience and confidence building
Reflective practice
Leadership & Coaching
Team leadership and facilitation
Motivation and goal-setting
Inclusive coaching for diverse learners
Effective communication and feedback
Student wellbeing support
Accomplishments
SPORTS ACHIEVEMENTS
• Bronze Medalist – All Africa Games (2024)
• Bronze Medalist – AFCON Hockey Championships, Ghana (2022)
• Qualified for Birmingham Commonwealth Games (2022)
• Premier League Women Player of the Year (2019)
• National Team Debutant (2019)
• Selected for and participated in an international hockey tour of the United Kingdom with a competitive team (2025), gaining exposure to international sporting and educational environments
Certification
- FIH Level 1 coaching-International Hockey Federation- 2020
- Kenya Hockey refresher course(Herman Kruis)-2023
- Youth hockey and youngsters mental resilience- Little Lions Organization and Kenya Youth Hockey Development(KYHD)-2023
- ICC Coaching course level 1- International Cricket Council-2023
Timeline
Sports Coach
Kenton College Preparatory School
01.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Ng'iya Girls National School
01.2006 - 11.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Kenyatta University
REFERENCE
Thomas Mucheni
Head of Sports Boys
Kenton College Preparatory School
tmucheni@kenton.ac.ke
+254 723 721727
Meshack Senge
Head Coach, Kenya National Women's Team
msenge@strathmore.edu
+254 722 722 652
Olympia Chepchumba
Teacher
International School of Kenya
olychum86@gmail.com
+254 720 605286