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Work History
Education
Skills
Professional Experience
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Training
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RAHAB ROSE NJUGUNA

Teacher of Mathematics
NAIROBI

Summary

An enthusiastic teacher possessing considerable Maths teaching experience and an ability to motivate and inspire students across the age and ability range. I possess excellent teaching, learning and behaviour management strategies to help pupils fulfil their potential. I bring ideas, energy and enthusiasm to teaching and I am committed to raising attainment. With over 17 years teaching experience. Currently, am looking for a suitable teaching position in the Maths department of a rewarding and a progressive school.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

MATHS TEACHER

Braeburn garden estate school
9 2015 - Current
  • Working in a British curriculum school teaching children aged between 11 – 19 years
  • Teaching daily classes that adhere to the requirements of the British curriculum and Diploma programmes of studies
  • Preparing Maths study material for the students
  • Responsible for lesson planning, delivering and marking of work
  • Planning, setting and assessing homework
  • Preparing classes and delivering engaging and coherent lessons
  • Engaging pupils in the class in stimulating discussions
  • Carrying out assessments of students work by setting and marking tests
  • Organising after-school activities (consultations) for the students
  • Writing pupils yearly reports and conducting parent consultations.

Head of Mathematics faculty

Braeburn Garden estate school
09.2018 - Current
  • To be accountable for the highest standards of student achievement within the Mathematics Department, monitoring and evaluation of student achievement and setting targets for improvement
  • To lead, develop and enhance the learning/teaching and assessment for learning practices of all teachers of Mathematics evaluating the quality of each in order to sustain effective practices in the subject
  • To be accountable for the strategic direction, leadership and management of Mathematics, the review, development and implementation of subject policies, plans, targets and practices within the context of the school’s aims, policies and plans
  • To effectively line manage teaching staff and deploy teaching and associate staff in Mathematics
  • To ensure that subject schemes of work are in place, reviewing and updating content and method of delivery
  • To keep abreast of developments and current thinking about the subject area and its relevance to examinations and employment
  • To be responsible, in conjunction with the Senior Leadership Team, for the resourcing of the department.

MATHS TEACHER

Aga Khan Academy Nairobi
09.2013 - 08.2014
  • Working in an IB school teaching children aged between 11 – 19 years
  • Teaching daily classes that adhere to the requirements of the IB Middle Years and Diploma programmes of studies
  • Preparing Maths study material for the students
  • Preparing unit plans and assessment rubrics
  • Responsible for lesson planning, delivering and marking of work
  • Planning, setting and assessing homework
  • Preparing classes and delivering engaging and coherent lessons
  • Engaging pupils in the class in stimulating discussions
  • Carrying out assessments of students work by setting and marking tests
  • Organising after-school activities (consultations) for the students
  • Writing pupils yearly reports and conducting parent consultations
  • Monitoring the performance of pupils and providing encouragement to those who need additional help
  • Organising assemblies when required
  • Enforcing the school’s behaviour policy
  • Mentoring students
  • Assisting pupils to develop ATL skills in maths.

Education

Post Graduate Certificate of Education (PGCE) Mathematics -

De Montfort University, Bedford Campus
01.2005 - 04.2006

Bachelor of Education degree (Hons) - Maths and Economics - undefined

Moi University, Kenya
01.1995 - 04.1999

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - undefined

Munyu Secondary School, Kenya
01.1993 - undefined

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) - undefined

Kiganjo Primary School, Kenya
01.1989 - undefined

Skills

  • Technology Integration

  • Student Mentoring

  • Student Assistance

  • Materials Management

Professional Experience

  • Teaching
  • Creating a stimulating learning environment for students to study in.
  • Familiar with the National Curriculum for England.
  • Possessing excellent subject knowledge and a real enthusiasm for maths.
  • Aware of and using new media like the internet to promote interactive learning.
  • Having strong classroom management skills.
  • Able to maintain high standards of discipline and behaviour.
  • Able to teach across IB MYP, IGCSE ADD maths and IB HL AA, AI. SL AA, AI.
  • Willing and able to provide teaching cover as and when needed.
  • Experience of teaching SEN and small low ability groups.
  • Able to support pupils with challenging behaviour.
  • Using innovative and resourceful teaching methods.
  • Having the ability to teach young adults individually or in group settings.
  • Form Tutor
  • Writing tutor reports & informing head of year of any targets etc.
  • Liaising with Head of Year, Learning Mentors, behavior base & other appropriate staff Re: attendance, behavior & attainment in school.
  • Encouraging a positive environment, encouraging teamwork and responsibility.
  • Providing support for my tutees as required.
  • Rewarding and supporting all students in my form.
  • Having an ‘open door’ policy to help students with any issues.
  • Personal
  • Possessing a strong and confident teaching nature.
  • Able to plan, prioritise and organise.
  • Having the written and oral communication skills required to build a positive rapport with teachers, pupils and their parents.
  • Positive values and attitudes towards pupils.
  • Prepared to adapt current teaching practice upon advice and feedback from colleagues.
  • A commitment to teaching with the ability to reflect the ethos of secondary teaching and demonstrate the potential for promoting positive values and attitudes and acting as a role model.
  • Ability to select appropriate resources to create a stimulating learning environment especially the use of Information Communication and Technology (ICT).

References

  • Mrs. Suzanne Steyn, Deputy head and maths teacher, Braeburn Garden Estate school, Nairobi, 00254733540066, suzanne.steyn@braeburn.ac.ke
  • Ms. Mercy Gichuhi, IBCP Coordinator, Braeburn garden estate school, Nairobi, 00254722832204, mercy.gichuhi@braeburn.ac.ke

Training

  • Implementing the Middle Years Programme (MYP) curriculum.
  • Infusion of Theory of Knowledge and Extended Essay.
  • Assessment for Learning.
  • Philosophy for children.
  • Behaviour management
  • Gifted and Talented children’s workshops.
  • How to become an Effective Classroom Practitioner.
  • Interactive Teaching and Learning Methods.
  • Differentiation to raise levels and grades.
  • Child Protection.
  • Using Data to enhance learning
  • Virtual Learning environment (VLE) training

Timeline

Head of Mathematics faculty

Braeburn Garden estate school
09.2018 - Current

MATHS TEACHER

Aga Khan Academy Nairobi
09.2013 - 08.2014

Post Graduate Certificate of Education (PGCE) Mathematics -

De Montfort University, Bedford Campus
01.2005 - 04.2006

Bachelor of Education degree (Hons) - Maths and Economics - undefined

Moi University, Kenya
01.1995 - 04.1999

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - undefined

Munyu Secondary School, Kenya
01.1993 - undefined

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) - undefined

Kiganjo Primary School, Kenya
01.1989 - undefined

MATHS TEACHER

Braeburn garden estate school
9 2015 - Current
RAHAB ROSE NJUGUNATeacher of Mathematics