Nicholas J. O. Ndar
Eldoret
Summary
Dedicated Curriculum Support Officer specializing in Mathematics and Physics Education. Implementing curriculum strategies that enhance teaching effectiveness and student outcomes across secondary schools. Engaged educators through targeted professional development and quality assurance processes.
For over 30 years, i dedicated my time to teach Mathematics and Physics in four different Schools across the country, viz Ngere High School, Moi University Secondary School, ACK St. Luke Secondary School and Kapsimatwo Secondary School with mixed results. This was a pleasurable experience i taught in Secondary School through three different types of curriculum, with one and half year experience at teaching Secondary High School.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Curriculum Support Officer - Secondary Schools
Teachers Service Commission
03.2020 - 12.2025
- Provided Curriculum Implementation Support Support for Mathematics and Physics Teachers in Secondary Schools in Uasin Gishu County.
- Identified training needs of teachers, organised and conducted seminars, workshops, and in-service programmes to enhance pedagogy and facilitate curriculum updates.
- Conducted regular school visits to observe teaching techniques, deliver demonstration lessons, and support teachers in developing effective teaching and learning aids.
- Engaged in professional development opportunities to stay abreast of best practices in Teaching and Learning in Mathematics and Physics.
- Monitored quality assurance processes in schools to ensure effective teaching standards.
- Capacity build teachers on latest trends in teaching and learning including , Remote Learning, Methodologies, ICT Integration, 21st Century Skills and Artificial Intelligence (AI).
- Implemented feedback mechanisms for teachers based on gathered information, enabling self-reflection and continuous improvement.
- Evaluate teachers online and advise on promotions and career progression.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of all teachers' performance, training needs and gaps noted during school visits and provided accurate information of the same to Teachers Service Commission..
County SMASE INSET Trainer
Teachers Service Commission
08.2012 - 08.2020
- County Trainer in the Strengthening Mathematics and Science Education (SMASE) Programme facilitated by Centre for Mathematics, Science and Technology Education in Africa on behalf of Teachers' Service Commission.
- Trained teachers on Pedagogical Approaches, Emerging Trends in Learner Instructional Methods, use of ICT Tools in Teaching and Learning.
Teacher of Mathematics/Physics- Secondary School
Teachers Service Commission
05.1988 - 02.2020
- Delivered allocated subjects effectively, ensuring full syllabus coverage within stipulated time.
- Preparing essential professional documents which include, Schemes of Work, Lesson Plans and Notes.
- Setting, administering and marking assignments, continuous assessments and examinations.
- Providing constructive feedback to students on their academic progress.
- Maintained updated progress records, tracking and enhancing learner progress.
- Offering psychological, emotional and academic guidance to learners.
- Enforced institutional rules, upholding high standards of discipline among students in and outside classroom.
- Taking charge of, or actively participating in, clubs, societies and sports to foster holistic development.
- Attending and actively participating in staff, panel and parents' meetings.
KNEC Physics Examiner
Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC)
08.1990 - 12.1995
- Reading through the candidates' answers and scoring them objectively in accordance with the official marking scheme.
- Verifying the awarded scores against the total marks to ensure calculation accuracy and avoid errors in score transfer
Education
Certificate - Teaching Practicum and Mentorship Course
Kenyatta University
Nairobi01-2016
Certificate - In Service Training (INSET)
CEMASTEA
NAIROBI01-2012
Certificate - Environmental Impact Assessement
Moi University
Eldoret01-2010
Bachelor of Education (Science) - B. Ed Science.
Moi University
Eldoret Kenya01-2007
Diploma in Education - Science Education
Kenya Science Teachers College (KSTC)
Nairobi Kenya01-1988
Skills
- Curriculum Implementation
- Educational Assessment
- Quality Assurance
- Classroom Observation and Delivery
- ICT integration in Teaching and Learning
- Remote Learning Methodologies
- Data Analysis
- Teacher of Mathematics and Physics
- Pedagogical Strategies
- Performance Evaluation
- Feedback Implementation
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Professional Development
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Computing skills
- Communication Proficiency
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Interests
- Team Sports
- Reading Non - fiction, Debating
- Travelling
- Volunteering, Coaching
Timeline
Curriculum Support Officer - Secondary Schools
Teachers Service Commission
03.2020 - 12.2025
County SMASE INSET Trainer
Teachers Service Commission
08.2012 - 08.2020
KNEC Physics Examiner
Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC)
08.1990 - 12.1995
Teacher of Mathematics/Physics- Secondary School
Teachers Service Commission
05.1988 - 02.2020
Certificate - Teaching Practicum and Mentorship Course
Kenyatta University
Certificate - In Service Training (INSET)
CEMASTEA
Certificate - Environmental Impact Assessement
Moi University
Bachelor of Education (Science) - B. Ed Science.
Moi University
Diploma in Education - Science Education
Kenya Science Teachers College (KSTC)