NAOMI WANJIRU WAMBUI
Psychologist |Student Welfare Specialist | Tutor
Nairobi
Summary
Psychology professional and Student Welfare Specialist with comprehensive background in tutoring and mentoring. Known for creating tailored learning plans that address individual student needs and fostering collaborative learning environment. Reliable team player who adapts seamlessly to dynamic educational settings, ensuring consistent and impactful results. Possesses deep knowledge of psychological theories and strong interpersonal skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Part-Time Psychology Tutor
ICS Technical College
04.2025 - 09.2025
- Designed and delivered tailored curriculum content, improving students’ understanding of complex psychological concepts; contributed to an average 15–20% improvement in internal assessment and exam performance.
- Fostered curiosity and research skills by guiding students in independent projects and analytical exercises, leading to enhanced critical thinking and research engagement across all levels.
- Built strong, trust-based relationships with students, supporting over 50 students through personalized mentoring, one-on-one guidance, and pastoral care, resulting in higher engagement and satisfaction.
- Prepared students for examinations and assessments, implementing structured revision sessions and practice tests that increased exam confidence and success rates by notable margins.
- Led co-curricular activities in the Mental Health Club, promoting wellbeing awareness, resilience, and ethical understanding; successfully increased student participation in mental health initiatives by over 60%.
Student Support Officer
ICS Technical College
Nairobi, Kenya, Nairobi Province
01.2024 - 04.2025
- Supported the welfare of 100+ students daily, maintaining consistent communication through calls, messages, and one-on-one meetings, which improved student engagement and satisfaction levels.
- Processed and issued 200+ official student letters per month, ensuring accuracy, timely delivery, and smooth administrative workflows.
- Resolved academic and administrative challenges for over 300 students, contributing to improved retention and smoother academic progression.
- Uploaded and managed critical information on the student portal, ensuring 100% data accuracy and timely updates that enhanced student access to resources.
- Developed and maintained detailed student profiles, using behavioral and engagement data to inform targeted interventions and reduce drop-out risk.
- Organized school events, student support initiatives, and mental health awareness campaigns, strengthening community engagement and student wellbeing.
- Guided students in course selection and academic pathways, helping them make informed decisions aligned with their strengths, interests, and career goals.
Psychologist Intern
Nakuru level 5 hospital
Nakuru City, Nakuru District
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Conducted psychological assessments on patients and developed diagnosis for mental disorders.
- Offered psychological support through counseling to in-patients and out-patients in palliative care unit.
- Actively engaged in Youth and community Mental health campaigns.
- Attended training sessions and supervisions to expand knowledge on case management.
- Maintained accurate records of client’s sessions, assessments and treatment plan.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Kenyatta University
Nairobi, KenyaCertificate - Growing Leaders
Kenyatta University
Nairobi, KenyaSkills
Timeline
Part-Time Psychology Tutor
ICS Technical College
04.2025 - 09.2025
Student Support Officer
ICS Technical College
01.2024 - 04.2025
Psychologist Intern
Nakuru level 5 hospital
07.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Kenyatta University
Certificate - Growing Leaders
Kenyatta University
INTERESTS
- Voluntary services - Mental Health Trainer at New Beginnings Kwa Ground.
- Behavioral Research.
- Continuous Professional Development