Phylis Adamba
Nairobi
Summary
Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated Teacher committed to cultivating a love for literature and language among secondary school students. Implements differentiated instruction techniques to address varied learner needs and develops culturally relevant curriculum materials that resonate with students. Collaborates with colleagues to enhance interdisciplinary learning and improve overall academic performance.
Overview
2
2
Languages
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher
St. Bakhita School
01.2025 - 09.2026
- Deliver engaging English language lessons to secondary school students, enhancing their reading, writing, and speaking skills
- Organize extra-curricular activities such as English debate clubs to foster communication skills outside the classroom
- Utilize storytelling and literature to deepen students' understanding and appreciation of the English language
- Implement differentiated instruction methods to meet diverse learner needs, facilitating effective language acquisition
- Design and administer customized assessments to evaluate and enhance students' comprehension of English grammar and vocabulary
- Develop personalized learning plans to address individual student challenges in English language acquisition
- Incorporated technology-enhanced learning tools to deliver interactive lessons, increasing student engagement in English language learning
- Analyze students' performance data to identify trends and tailor teaching approaches accordingly
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects integrating English language learning with other subjects, fostering holistic education
- Collaborate with school administration to integrate culturally relevant English teaching resources that reflect Nairobi's diverse student population
- Mentor and support new English teachers by sharing best practices and innovative teaching techniques
- Create and adapt curriculum materials to align with the Kenyan national syllabus and local cultural context
- Organize extra-curricular activities such as English debate clubs to foster communication skills outside the classroom
- Utilize storytelling and literature to deepen students' understanding and appreciation of the English language
- Organize extra-curricular activities such as English debate clubs to foster communication skills outside the classroom
- Utilize storytelling and literature to deepen students' understanding and appreciation of the English language
English literature teacher
Elite American Academy
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Plan and deliver comprehensive English literature lessons focused on classic and contemporary texts, fostering a deep appreciation for literature among secondary school students in Nairobi
- Facilitate critical discussions and analyses of poetry, drama, and prose to build students' interpretative and evaluative skills
- Mentored students preparing for national examinations in English literature, leading to improved pass rates and academic performance
- Design and implement assessments that evaluate students' understanding of literary devices, themes, and historical contexts within English literature
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies that enhanced student engagement and understanding of English literature
- Integrate Kenyan and African literary works into the curriculum to provide culturally relevant perspectives and enhance students' connection to the material
- Organised extracurricular literature clubs and reading groups to foster independent reading and appreciation of diverse literary genres
- Collaborate with fellow educators to develop cross-curricular projects that link English literature to history, art, and social studies
- Use a variety of teaching aids and multimedia resources to enhance literary comprehension and analysis
- Implement differentiated instruction methods to cater to diverse learner needs and enhance literary analysis and critical thinking skills
Teacher
Janjeewa Education Centre
01.2020 - 12.2023
- Prepare students for national and international English examinations, improving pass rates through targeted instruction
- Deliver engaging English language lessons to secondary school students, enhancing their reading, writing, and speaking skills
- Facilitate critical discussions and analyses of poetry, drama, and prose to build students' interpretative and evaluative skills
- Develop and implement strategies to improve students' literary analysis and critical thinking skills specific to English literature, resulting in enhanced academic performance
- Design and administer customised assessments to evaluate comprehension of English grammar and vocabulary, enhancing student understanding
- Provide mentorship and continuous support to students preparing for national examinations in English literature, significantly improving overall pass rates and student confidence
- Implement differentiated instruction methods to cater to diverse learner needs and enhance language acquisition
- Create and adapt curriculum materials to align with the Kenyan national syllabus and local cultural context
- Organised extracurricular literature clubs and reading groups, fostering independent reading and appreciation of diverse literary genres among students
- Collaborate with school administration to integrate culturally relevant English teaching resources that reflect Nairobi's diverse student population
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects integrating English language learning with other subjects, enriching the educational experience
- Develop personalised learning plans to address individual student needs and improve language proficiency
- Collaborate with fellow educators to design and implement cross-curricular projects linking English literature with history and social studies
- Incorporate Kenyan and African literary works into the curriculum to provide culturally relevant perspectives and enhance student engagement
- Mentor and support new English teachers by sharing best practices and innovative teaching techniques
- Lead professional development workshops for fellow English teachers, focusing on the integration of technology in literature and language teaching to enhance student engagement
- Design and implement innovative teaching methodologies that promote active learning and accommodate various learning styles among secondary school students in Nairobi
English Teacher
City Mission High School
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Delivered engaging, culturally relevant English language lessons to secondary school students in Nairobi, enhancing communication and analytical skills
- Develop and adapt curriculum materials to align with the Kenyan national syllabus, integrating local and African literature for contextual learning
- Facilitate critical discussions and literary analysis of diverse texts, fostering deeper interpretative and evaluative skills among students
- Mentor new English teachers and collaborate with colleagues to implement innovative teaching methodologies and interdisciplinary projects
- Prepare and guide students for national and international English examinations, achieving measurable improvements in pass rates
- Organised and led extracurricular activities, including literature clubs and reading groups, to promote independent learning and appreciation of English literature
- Collaborated with school administration to integrate local cultural contexts and global perspectives into English curriculum, enriching students' learning experiences
- Implement differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate varied learning styles and proficiency levels in English language acquisition
Education
K.C.S.E Certificate -
Kioge Girls High School
Kisii11-2014
K.C.P.E Certificate -
Uhuru Primary School
Nairobi11-2010
Bachelor Degree - Education Arts
Kenyatta University
Nairobi07-2024
Skills
- Student Assessment Very good
- Lesson Planning Very good
- Classroom Management Excellent
- Examination Preparation Good
- Mentoring and Coaching Good
- Differentiated Instruction Very good
- Team collaboration Excellent
- Student behaviour management Excellent
- Computer literacy Good
- Debating and public speaking exercises Excellent
- Parent-Teacher liaison Very good
- Composition lessons Very good
Languages
English Fluent
Swahili Very good
Hobbies
- Reading educational and personal development books.
- Mentoring and supporting young learners.
- Community Service and Volunteering.
- Public speaking and debates.
- Travelling and cultural exploration.
Accomplishments
- Improved student pass rates in national and international English examinations through targeted and engaging instruction.
- Developed and adapted curriculum materials aligned with the Kenyan national syllabus and Nairobi's diverse cultural context.
- Implemented differentiated teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing language acquisition and literary skills.
- Organized extracurricular literature clubs and initiatives that increased student engagement and appreciation of English literature.
- Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects linking English with other subjects, enriching the educational experience.
Custom
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Patience
- Adaptability
- Mentoring
REFEREES
Monicah Sainah
0703258594
monicahsaina@gmail.com.
St. Bakhita School,
Nairobi.
Philip, Kiarie.
0711924795.
philipkiarie56@gmail.com
Janjewa Education Centre.
Wilfred Korir
0700848108,
korirwifred@gmai.com
Elite American Academy,
Nairobi
Timeline
English Teacher
St. Bakhita School
01.2025 - 09.2026
English literature teacher
Elite American Academy
01.2024 - 12.2024
Teacher
Janjeewa Education Centre
01.2020 - 12.2023
English Teacher
City Mission High School
05.2019 - 08.2019
K.C.S.E Certificate -
Kioge Girls High School
K.C.P.E Certificate -
Uhuru Primary School
Bachelor Degree - Education Arts
Kenyatta University