Mathias Makau
Eastern,Kenya
Summary
Caring Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues. Motivated Teacher dedicated to children's educational needs and development. Well-versed in presenting comprehensive lesson plans and assessing and recording student progress. Focused and diligent professional with in-depth knowledge of teaching best practices and strong moral values.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Part Time Lecturer
Mount Kenya University
Machakos, Machakos
08.2024 - Current
- Facilitated discussion forums among students on topics related to course material.
- Advised students on their academic progress and career goals.
- Mentored graduate students with their research projects and dissertations.
- Delivered lectures to undergraduate and graduate classes of varying sizes.
- Organized study groups and provided additional instruction outside of the classroom as needed.
Head Of Institution
Teachers Service Commision
Kibwezi,Makueni County, Kenya
05.2015 - Current
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our teaching profession.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Programme Officer
Regional Teachers College
Makindu,Makueni County, Kenya
04.2012 - 08.2022
- Implemented corrective measures in response to feedback received from participants or stakeholders.
- Facilitated workshops, seminars, conferences, and training sessions for staff members on various topics related to programs.
- Collaborated with team members for effective communication between departments.
- Managed databases containing information about programs or services offered by the organization.
- Assessed program effectiveness through data analysis and performance indicators.
- Managed databases containing information about programs or services offered by the college
Deputy Head Of Institution
Teachers Service Commision
Kibwezi,Makueni County, Kenya
11.2011 - 04.2015
- Participated in community outreach programs to promote school initiatives.
- Investigated any complaints from teaching and non-staff members involving discrimination or harassment.
- Investigated any complaints from staff members involving discrimination or harassment.
- Monitored student discipline records and implemented necessary disciplinary actions when needed.
- Evaluated academic progress of students, teachers, and administrators.
- Provided guidance to staff and students on a variety of educational issues.
Senior Teacher
Teachers Service Commision
Kibwezi,Makueni County, Kenya
09.2001 - 10.2011
- Planned and coordinated student activities to ensure the students' academic success.
- Mentored new teachers on classroom management techniques and instructional best practices.
- Facilitated small group discussions, encouraging critical thinking skills among teachers and students.
- Reviewed textbooks, materials, resources, equipment, software applications used by the class.
- Participated in professional development activities to stay current with advances in education methods.
- Monitored student behavior to ensure a safe learning environment was maintained at all times.
Teacher
Teachers Service Commision
Kibwezi,Makueni County
09.2001 - 09.2001
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, and playgrounds.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
Education
Master of Arts - Master Of Education- Early Childhood Studies
Kenyatta University
Nairobi, Kenya08-2018
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Kampala International University
Kansanga,Uganda11-2011
Diploma - Management In Education
KEMI
Nairobi,Kenya08-2009
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
KNEC
Nairobi,kenya11-2007
Certificate - Primary Teacher Education
Kaimosi Teachers College
Vihiga,Kakamega08-1998
KCSE Certificate - Secondary Education
Makueni Boys
Makueni, Makueni County12-1994
KCPE CERTIFICATE - Primary Education
Iani Primary School
Kibwezi, Makueni County12-1990
Skills
- Group Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Small Group Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Student Engagement
- Performance Assessments
- Instructional Methods
- Student assessment
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- MAKERERE UNIVERSITY-CERTIFICATE IN GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING IN HIV/AIDS-2008
- DIOCESE OF NGONG,KENYA-RELIGIOUS EDUCATION AWARENESS PROGRAMME COURSE-2001
Languages
KIKAMBA
First Language
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Accomplishments
2003-2023-MARKING AND SUPERVISION OF NATIONAL EXAMINATIONS
-PRIMARY EDUCATION
-TEACHER EDUCATION
- Supervised team of 20 examiners
- Documented and resolved exam issues which led to credible examinations.
EDUCATIONAL PUBLICATIONS
Timeline
Part Time Lecturer
Mount Kenya University
08.2024 - Current
Head Of Institution
Teachers Service Commision
05.2015 - Current
Programme Officer
Regional Teachers College
04.2012 - 08.2022
Deputy Head Of Institution
Teachers Service Commision
11.2011 - 04.2015
Senior Teacher
Teachers Service Commision
09.2001 - 10.2011
Teacher
Teachers Service Commision
09.2001 - 09.2001
Master of Arts - Master Of Education- Early Childhood Studies
Kenyatta University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Kampala International University
Diploma - Management In Education
KEMI
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
KNEC
Certificate - Primary Teacher Education
Kaimosi Teachers College
KCSE Certificate - Secondary Education
Makueni Boys
KCPE CERTIFICATE - Primary Education
Iani Primary School
REFEREES
1.DR. CATHERINE GAKII MURUNGI
email: gakii.catherine@ku.ac.ke
0725762527
2. DR Nyakwara Begi
0722250188
email:begi.nyakwara@ku.ac.ke
REFEREES
1.DR. CATHERINE GAKII MURUNGI
email: gakii.catherine@ku.ac.ke
0725762527
2. DR Nyakwara Begi
0722250188
email:begi.nyakwara@ku.ac.ke
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