NANCY KARIUKI
Sondu
Summary
An experienced and passionate Biology and Chemistry teacher with over 13 years of teaching expertise in high school settings. I demonstrates unwavering enthusiasm, exceptional dedication, and strong analytical skills in fostering a love for science among diverse global students. Deeply committed to environmental issues and actively seeks innovations in the Chemistry and Biology fields, aiming to inspire and educate the next generation of scientists and global citizens while leaving a lasting impact through education. An advocate for interactive and inclusive teaching methods, who creates a dynamic classroom environment that encourages active participation and critical thinking as well as convey complex scientific principles in an accessible manner, ensuring that students of all backgrounds and abilities can thrive in their classes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grade 9- Grade 12 Chemistry/Biology Teacher
Agai Mixed High School
10.2022 - Current
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs and resulted to increased pass rate from 45% to 80 % and Improved performance in Chemistry from a mean grade of 3.3 to 5.4 and Biology from a mean grade of 3.9 to 5.8
- Developed materials for laboratory activities, homework assignments, and handouts to facilitate learning.
- Modified lessons and school programs to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer assisted learning and group work that resulted to Improved Mean grade of Overall science subjects from 3.5 to 5.6
- Established a positive classroom atmosphere that fostered respect among students and encouraged open dialogue about challenging concepts.
- Established science club in school as the Science patron in charge of Science and engineering fair by Fostering student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities that resulted to a scientific project that participated in Kenya Science and Engineering fair up to national competitions that was position 5 nationwide
- Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records, and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.
Grade 9- Grade 12 Chemistry/Biology Teacher
Matuga Girls High School
05.2019 - 10.2022
- Promoted active participation in class discussions by creating inclusive atmosphere where all students felt comfortable voicing their thoughts and ideas that resulted to independent students that could think critically hence improved performance by a pass rate of 80%
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs and resulted to increase in Biology and Chemistry mean score from 4.5 to 7.0 and 4.2 to 6.9 respectively
- Through unwavering dedication, hands on activities, interdisciplinary connections, and a passion for science, I inspire and empowered students to excel in both subjects and beyond the traditional classroom setting that resulted to development of hidden talents
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
Grade 9- Grade 12 Chemistry/Biology Teacher
Bishop Ndingi High School
03.2012 - 05.2019
- I created dynamic lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs and learning styles, fostering an inclusive classroom environment where active engagement is encouraged this gave me a pass rate of above 75% for both Biology and Chemistry subjects
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning
- I employed innovative teaching methods, technology integration, and real-world applications to enhance the learning experience and make it enjoyable
- Through ongoing assessment and feedback, I provided personalized support to help students achieve their academic and social potential, driven by my dedication to nurturing young minds and fostering a love for learning in the senior school setting
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students that resulted to overall improvement in performance of my subjects as follows Chemistry mean grade from 4.5 to 7.1 and Biology mean grade 4.9 to 7.5
- Coordinated extracurricular activities such as Science Club inspiring students'' passion for Science outside the classroom setting.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Science: Secondary Science Education
Mount Kenya University
Thika, Nairobi Province, Kenya12.2015
Associate of Science - Science: Science Education
Kenya Science Teachers College
Nairobi, Kenya11.2009
Skills
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Tech savvy
- Adaptability
- Class room management
- Lesson Planning
- Active Assessment methods
- Innovative and Creative
- Effective communication
- Complex Problem Solving
- Laboratory skills
- Communication
- Team player
Certification
- Maryland Certification for Biology, Chemistry and Middle school Science teacher Grade 7-12, 06/24
- Teach-USA wise up Collaboration Program Certificate, 2024
- Kenya Secondary Teaching License, 03/12 - present
Accomplishments
- Undergraduate Secondary Science teacher: Chemistry and Biology- 2015 to present
- Diploma Secondary Science Teacher: Chemistry and Biology- 2010- upgraded to Undergraduate.
- Biology Examiner-Kenya National examinations council-2018 to present
- Science and engineering fair patron and advisor- 2017 to present
- Biology and Chemistry Workshops- To present
- Dean of studies capacity Building- 2022
- Basketball coach-2014 to Present
References
- Ms. Gladys Chivatsi, Chief Principal Matuga Girls National School, +254722934261, gladyschivatsi008@gmail.com
- Mr. Akoko Gordon, Principal Agai Mixed Secondary school, +254703939621, gordonakoko6@gmail.com
- Mr. Owino Evans, Dean of Studies Agai Mixed Secondary school, +254729319369, owinoe707@gmail.com
Introduction video
https://youtu.be/N3qBxrlO6Tk?feature=shared
Work Availability
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceHealthcare benefitsPaid time offPersonal development programsCareer advancementTeam Building / Company RetreatsCompany CulturePaid sick leaveQuote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Languages
German
Upper intermediate (B2)
Swahili
Advanced (C1)
Interests
Science Olympiad
Timeline
Grade 9- Grade 12 Chemistry/Biology Teacher
Agai Mixed High School
10.2022 - Current
Grade 9- Grade 12 Chemistry/Biology Teacher
Matuga Girls High School
05.2019 - 10.2022
Grade 9- Grade 12 Chemistry/Biology Teacher
Bishop Ndingi High School
03.2012 - 05.2019
- Maryland Certification for Biology, Chemistry and Middle school Science teacher Grade 7-12, 06/24
- Teach-USA wise up Collaboration Program Certificate, 2024
- Kenya Secondary Teaching License, 03/12 - present
Bachelor of Education - Science: Secondary Science Education
Mount Kenya University
Associate of Science - Science: Science Education
Kenya Science Teachers College
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