PATRICK KARANJA

· Developing, planning and overseeing the implementation of Waldorf teacher training modules.

· Coordinating logistics for training sessions including scheduling, venue arrangements and trainee communications.

· Maintaining records of participants, training progress and certification requirements.

· Liaising with accreditation bodies and educational institutions to ensure compliance with relevant standards.

· Serve as a primary point of contact for trainers, mentors, and guest lecturers.

· Ensuring that training programs align with Waldorf education philosophy and meet the needs of schools in the region.

· Providing guidance and support to teacher trainees throughout their learning journey.

· Working with Waldorf educators and subject specialists to develop and update training content.

· Intergratingpractical teaching experiences into the curriculum, including classroom observations and practice teaching.

· Collaborate with school leaders to understand staffing needs and support graduate placements.

• Collaborating with school leadership to set academic goals, monitor progress, and adjust instruction as needed to achieve desired results.
• Streamlining administrative processes by implementing efficient systems for tracking teacher training and professional development progress.
• Increasing student engagement by promoting a positive learning environment and fostering strong relationships between students, teachers, and families.
• Organizing workshops and seminars for educators to enhance their teaching skills and stay up-to-date with industry best practices.
• Enhancing curriculum quality by collaborating with teachers to develop and implement innovative pedagogical strategies.
• Evaluating teachers'' performance through classroom observations, providing constructive feedback for professional growth.
• Developing a comprehensive professional development plan for educators, targeting areas of need identified through performance evaluations and feedback from staff members.
• Contributing to the development of school-wide assessment policies and procedures, ensuring consistency in evaluating student progress across all grade levels.
• Collaborating with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
• Supporting new teachers through mentoring programs focused on effective classroom management techniques and instructional strategies that promote student success.
• Assisting in the design of interdisciplinary units, leading to more cohesive and comprehensive learning experiences for students.

• Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Promoted a growth mindset in the classroom by encouraging students to set goals, embrace challenges, and persevere through obstacles.
• Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
• Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.

• Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
• Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
• Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
• Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
• Increased parent involvement through regular communication and informative meetings, strengthening the home-school connection.
• Worked closely with support staff, coordinating efforts to address the unique needs of students receiving special education services or interventions.
• Implemented assessment strategies that accurately measured student understanding, guiding data-driven instruction for improved outcomes.

• Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
• Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
• Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
• Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
• Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
• Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
• Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
• Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
• Worked closely with support staff, coordinating efforts to address the unique needs of students receiving special education services or interventions.