Passionate, collaborative, and self-driven educator with a strong belief in education as a tool for shaping inquisitive, critical, and respectful global citizens. Committed to creating learner-centered environments through technology, differentiation, collaboration, mentorship, and reflective practice.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Mpesa Foundation Academy
11.2024 - Current
Develop strong relationships with students and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Manage classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Enhance classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Teaching Diploma and Middle School Language and Literature.
Researching and developing new teaching materials.
Assess and grade students' class work and assignments for purposes of assessing student competency levels and or developing individual plans.
Giving regular feedback to the class teacher and parents during consultations and collaborating with them to find ways to make students achieve set goals.
Collaborate in PLC (Professional Learning Community) together with fellow teachers as a system of professional development, and take part in faculty meetings and training.
Serve as Extended Essay Advisor for the DP students, and Personal project supervisor for MYP students.
Supervise students after school activities and expeditions.
Homeroom Tutor MYP 5
Ensuring students receive announcements for the day.
Checking their planners on a weekly basis.
Facilitating student engagement in Service as Action through activity reflection
English Language & Literature Teacher
Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi
09.2018 - 11.2024
Teach English Language and Literature across MYP 1-5 and DP 1-2.
Coordinate and oversee the Extended Essay process.
Supervise Internal Assessments, and Personal Projects.
Design and implement formative and summative assessments.
Develop differentiated learning plans for ELA students, ensuring accessibility of content through visual aids, peer collaboration, and interactive activities.
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
Lead communication between students, parents, and faculty.
Refer students requiring additional learning support to specialized departments.
Serve as a Homeroom Tutor for MYP 3-5.
Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the vertical and horizontal articulation of the curriculum, ensuring a seamless transition between MYP and DP.
Roles: MYP & DP English Teacher | EE Coordinator | MYP Home Room Tutor
Mentored new teachers in effective instructional strategies, fostering a supportive professional community within the department.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans for a holistic learning experience.
Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, promoting open communication about student progress and academic goals.
Organized extracurricular events such as author visits and book fairs, enriching students'' exposure to various literary genres.
Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
Education
Master of Education - Advanced Teaching
University of The People
10-2027
B.Ed - English Language and Literature
The University of Nairobi
09.2016
Skills
Effective remote teaching through Zoom and Teams
Skilled in supporting ELA learners through scaffolding, differentiation, and multimodal instruction
Ms Word and Ms PowerPoint
Flipped classroom model
Curriculum design - inquiry, formative assessment and summative assessment (low and high stake)
Classroom management
Collaborative teaching
Certification
Teachers Service Commission, 712447. Certified to teach English Language and Literature in Middle and High School.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Model United Nations (MUN) Advisor Guide students in research and debate preparation for MUN conferences. Facilitate critical thinking and diplomatic communication skills. Assist in organizing and participating in national and international MUN events. Debate Club Patron Train and mentor students in structured argumentation and public speaking. Prepare students for inter-school and national debate competitions. Develop engaging debate topics relevant to current global and social issues.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Extended Essay Training (Cat 3) – Online Workshop (May 2024)