ONESMAS NJOROGE KIRATU
Nairobi
Summary
Industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Trained in attendance, assessment and grading requirements.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher - Mathematics, Geography and Computing
Potterhouse School
03.2019 - Current
- Designing and developing effective and ICT-integrated lessons to cater to individual learners’ academic, social and intellectual needs for xxx students
- Developing appropriate electronic and physical assessment using xxx tools
- Facilitating and promoting healthy assessment communication forums, both online and physical, including parent-teacher, student-led, and three-way conferences;
- Led the World Scholars Cup Junior teams from Potterhouse School to the Dubai Global Round (2022), and two teams out of three qualified for the next round – the Tournament of Champions in the USA.
- Increased skills and performance in math, geography, and computing by xxx percent.
- Developed and implemented effective teaching methods and strategies that engage and motivate my students in math, geography, and computing.
- Incorporated a variety of teaching techniques and technologies such as xxx to support student learning and understanding.
- Successfully engaged in professional development opportunities that have helped me improve my skills and knowledge as a teacher.
- Strong relationships with my students, parents, and colleagues that have resulted in xxx
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
PYP Homeroom Teacher
The Aga Khan Academy Nairobi – Junior School
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Developed appropriate electronic and physical assessments for xxx students
- Used the ManageBac School Information Management System to monitor class attendance and keep records on social behaviour and achievement of xx students
- Designed and developed effective and ICT-integrated lessons to cater to individual learners’ academic, social and intellectual needs using xxx software
- Effectively used interactive teaching methods, provided personalised support for struggling learners by xxxxx, and promoted student engagement and motivation through xxxx.
- Diligently provided a range of resources and support for students dealing with issues such as stress, anxiety, or social challenges hence improving their school performance..
- Successfully fostered open communication and created opportunities for collaboration and teamwork.
- Incorporated inquiry-based learning, developed a student agency, and promoted global citizenship in the classroom.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Teacher of Geography and Computing; Patron Photogr
Oshwal Academy Nairobi
08.2014 - 08.2018
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Designed and developed effective and ICT-integrated lessons to cater to individual learners’ academic, social and intellectual needs;
- Created systems to monitor and assess individual learner’s growth Improved students’ performance in Geography and Computing – the number of A* rose by 30%. 75% of the students added value when their Mock results were compared against IGCSEs;.
- Facilitated the Nikon photography training for photography club members;.
- Integrated ICT and e-learning in teaching and learning – the HoD Geography delegated to me the role of updating learning and teaching resources on the School’s Learning Management System.
- Assisted In the administration of theSchool Management Information System (SIMS) to monitor class attendance and keep records on behaviour and achievement.
Teacher of Geography and Computing
Kahugu-ini Secondary School, Kenyan National
02.2012 - 08.2014
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Improved the performance of students in Geography – the number of A-C grades increased by 20%;
- Designed and developed effective and ICT integrated lessons to cater to individual learners’ academic, social and intellectual needs
- Used the School Information Management System to monitor attendance, process assessment results for data-driven action
- Facilitated and promoted healthy communication forums including; parent-teacher, student-led, and three-way conferences
- Reduced animosity between students from different ethnicities through the Peace Club making students increase their interest in conflict resolution mechanisms.
- Sporting events assistant (coordinating training, transport and logistics for various sports events, key among them soccer);
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Teacher of Geography and
Nairobi South Nursery
04.2009 - 02.2012
- Designed and developed effective and ICT-integrated lessons to cater to individual learners’ academic, social and intellectual needs;
- Monitored attendance on Spreadsheets and reported to the school administration on absenteeism and specific issues affecting students;
- Successfully assisted in fundraising activities for charitable causes such as the World Environmental Day
- Diligently took students for school field trips
Education
Diploma - Information Technology
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Technology - School of Distance And E-learning
Nairobi, Kenya06.2018
Certificate - Geographic Information Systems And Remote Sensing
The Regional Centre For Mapping of Resources For Development
Nairobi, Kenya03.2018
Bachelor of Education - Arts, Geography & Swahili
Maseno University
12.2008
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) -
Nakuru High School
Nakuru, Kenya11.2002
Skills
- Emergent Curriculum
- Interdisciplinary Teaching
- Instructional Materials Creation
- Behavioral Skills Development
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Differentiated Learning Techniques
- Learning Assessments
- Student-Centered Learning
- Special Education
- Online Teaching
Websites
Additional Courses
- Geography Inset 9-1 – Person;
- Pearson - Effective Communication
- Using School Information Management systems – Capital SIMS;
- Computer Adaptive Assessment – Durham University; United Kingdom;
- Administering the Learning Management System – ManageBac - Aga Khan Academy Nairobi;
- Child Protection Level 2 by EduCare UK – online;
- Scouts Leaders Introductory Training Course
- Gender Mainstreaming in Education – Maseno University, Kenya;
- Photography Skills by Nikon Kenya;
Volunteering Experience
- Environmental Conservation and waste management under Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology’s JEMA Club and PENTA Flowers PEMA Organisation Juja
- HIV/AIDS Awareness under Penta Flowers PEMA – Juja
- Facilitated and actively took part in community service in orphanages located in the Deep Sea Slum in Nairobi’s Highridge/Parklands ward.
Publications
- The Star Newspaper (Kenya); Ranking of Schools Tradition is Demeaning
- Daily Nation Newspaper (Kenya); Academic Ranking Leaves out other valuable Parameters
Interests and Hobbies
Data Science and Machine Learning, Mobile Application Development, Climate Change, International Affairs, Volunteering, Travel, Advocacy
Languages
English
Native language
Swahili
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Teacher - Mathematics, Geography and Computing
Potterhouse School
03.2019 - Current
PYP Homeroom Teacher
The Aga Khan Academy Nairobi – Junior School
08.2018 - 02.2019
Teacher of Geography and Computing; Patron Photogr
Oshwal Academy Nairobi
08.2014 - 08.2018
Teacher of Geography and Computing
Kahugu-ini Secondary School, Kenyan National
02.2012 - 08.2014
Teacher of Geography and
Nairobi South Nursery
04.2009 - 02.2012
Diploma - Information Technology
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Technology - School of Distance And E-learning
Certificate - Geographic Information Systems And Remote Sensing
The Regional Centre For Mapping of Resources For Development
Bachelor of Education - Arts, Geography & Swahili
Maseno University
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) -
Nakuru High School
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