Margaret Wachera Kiama
Karatina,Nyeri County
Summary
Accomplished leader with extensive experience in curriculum development and student engagement. At Bishop Gatimu Ngandu Girls, enhanced academic programs and improved student placement success by 20%. Demonstrated strong leadership and effective communication skills, fostering a positive educational environment. Proven ability to collaborate with stakeholders to drive educational excellence and innovation.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
MAWASCO
01.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Mathira Water and Sanitation Company
- Mathira Water and Sanitation Company
Teacher
Bishop Gatimu Ngandu Girls High School
01.2012 - Current
- Teaching Biology and Chemistry.
Acting Deputy Principal
Bishop Gatimu Ngandu Girls
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Supervised academic programs to ensure effective curriculum delivery and student engagement.
- Managed student discipline policies to promote a positive school culture and behavior standards.
- Collaborated with the principal to develop an effective system of communication among faculty, staff, parents, community members and district personnel.
- Evaluated teaching performance through observations in classrooms or review of portfolios and lesson plans.
Deans of Studies
Bishop Gatimu Ngandu Girls
01.2020 - 05.2024
- Analyzing, security, integrity, moderating of examination.
Curriculum Designer
KICD
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Curriculum design, development, editing and evaluation.
Head of Department Careers
Bishop Gatimu Ngandu Girls
01.2018 - 01.2019
- University placement of students.
Head of Department Entertainment
Bishop Gatimu Ngandu Girls
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Led initiatives to promote a positive school culture and community involvement.
- Coordinated schedules and activities for faculty and students effectively.
Teacher
Narumoru Mixed Day Secondary School
01.2011 - 12.2011
- Taught Biology and Chemistry.
Education
Certificate - International curriculum
Riara University
Nairobi10.2025
Certificate - Fundamentals in Montessori curriculum
Alison Online Education
Online01.2023
Certificate - Mental Health Suicide Behavior Drug and Substance abuse
Alison Online Education
Online01.2023
Bachelor of Education Science - Biology/ Chemistry
Kenya Methodist University
01.2016
Diploma in Education Science - Biology /Chemistry
Kagumo Teachers College
NYERI 01.2011
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Mahiga Girls Secondary School
01.2003
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - Education
Kahirai-ini Primary School
NYERI 01.1998
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Student engagement
- Classroom management
- Academic evaluation
- Leadership skills
- Effective communication
Telephone Number
0720352641
References
- Jane Njuguna, bgngandu@yahoo.com
- Mary King'echa, maryweveti@yahoo.com
Hobbies and Interests
- Singing
- Reading
- Swimming
Training
- Career Counselor and Mentor featured in Daily Nation Newspaper (KENYA), 09/05/22
- Induction and Corporate Governance Workshop, 01/01/22
- Online career guidance advice, 01/01/20
- Curation training at KICD (Biology), 01/01/20
- Workshop Training for GRADES 10-12 at KICD (Biology), 01/01/19
- Curation training at KICD (Biology), 01/01/19
- School entertainment mistress, 01/01/15 - 01/01/18
- Secretary small Christian community, 01/01/16
- Class teacher, 01/01/14 - 01/01/17
- KCSE strategy training, 01/01/15
- SMASSE training in Biology and Chemistry, 01/01/11
- National Secretary of Prolife Kenya, 01/01/10
- Microsoft Computer Packages, 01/01/07
- International Leadership Training, 01/01/06
- Choir mistress (Mahiga Girls Secondary School), 01/01/03 - 01/01/04
- Community based first aid training (Red Cross Society), 01/01/00
Activities
- Games-volley ball
- Soccer
- Counseling
- Career consultant
- Student mentor
Personal Information
- ID Number: 24117968
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Acting Deputy Principal
Bishop Gatimu Ngandu Girls
05.2024 - 08.2025
Director
MAWASCO
01.2022 - Current
Deans of Studies
Bishop Gatimu Ngandu Girls
01.2020 - 05.2024
Curriculum Designer
KICD
01.2019 - 01.2022
Head of Department Careers
Bishop Gatimu Ngandu Girls
01.2018 - 01.2019
Head of Department Entertainment
Bishop Gatimu Ngandu Girls
01.2015 - 01.2017
Teacher
Bishop Gatimu Ngandu Girls High School
01.2012 - Current
Teacher
Narumoru Mixed Day Secondary School
01.2011 - 12.2011
Certificate - International curriculum
Riara University
Certificate - Fundamentals in Montessori curriculum
Alison Online Education
Certificate - Mental Health Suicide Behavior Drug and Substance abuse
Alison Online Education
Bachelor of Education Science - Biology/ Chemistry
Kenya Methodist University
Diploma in Education Science - Biology /Chemistry
Kagumo Teachers College
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Mahiga Girls Secondary School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - Education
Kahirai-ini Primary School