Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
References
Languages
Affiliations
Timeline
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Ruth Ndei

Ruth Ndei

Nairobi

Summary

Dynamic EAL Teacher with a proven track record at Brookhouse International School, adept at fostering language acquisition through adaptive teaching and innovative lesson design. Skilled in assessment for learning, I have successfully enhanced student confidence and engagement, ensuring tailored support for diverse learners, including those with special educational needs.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

EAL Teacher

Brookhouse international school
09.2025 - Current
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse English language learners.
  • Facilitated language acquisition through interactive group activities and discussions.
  • Assessed student progress using formative and summative evaluation methods.
  • Collaborated with teachers to integrate EAL strategies across the curriculum.
  • Provided individualized support to enhance students' language skills and confidence.
  • Designed and delivered tailored instruction for English language development across all levels from beginner to advanced.

Learning Support Teacher & Teaching Assistant

Brookhouse International School
Nairobi
04.2023 - Current
  • Delivered individualised academic support for learners with special education needs, including ADHD, autism, and dyslexia.
  • Designed and monitored Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) with measurable goals and outcomes.
  • Collaborated with teachers to modify lesson plans and assessments in line with Cambridge curriculum standards.
  • Applied RTI and MTSS models to guide academic and behavioural support for struggling learners.
  • Conducted educational assessments and provided reports to inform school interventions and parental support.
  • Participated in IEP meetings, ensuring learners' needs were understood and appropriate accommodations provided.
  • Promoted a supportive and positive classroom culture that fostered learner confidence and inclusion.
  • Provide one-on-one and group academic support to Key Stage 2 and 3 learners, especially those with learning difficulties and language barriers.
  • Assist in adapting Cambridge curriculum lessons to meet individual learning needs through differentiated instruction.
  • Develop and implement Individualised Learning Plans (ILPs) in collaboration with class teachers and support teams.
  • Conduct ongoing assessments to monitor learner progress and inform targeted interventions.
  • Participate in school-wide events and initiatives such as the Round Square Conference and Earth Day, fostering learner engagement and global citizenship.
  • Maintain close communication with parents and guardians through regular reports and meetings to support learner development.

Learning Support Teacher

St Austin's Academy
Nairobi
09.2022 - 04.2023

English & Literature Tutor

Rurii Secondary School
05.2019 - 08.2019
  • Taught English and literature to secondary students through tailored lessons and exam preparation support.
  • Assessed learner progress, offered remedial guidance, and contributed to school and co-curricular activities.

Education

Special Education Teacher Training Programme -

Kenya Institute of Special Education
04.2020

Bachelor of Special Needs Education -

Kenyatta University
01.2020

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -

Moi Forces Academy
01.2014

Skills

  • Safeguarding
  • Adaptive Teaching
  • Assessment for Learning
  • Teaching Assistant Interventions

Certification

  • Delivered individualized academic support for learners with special education needs, including ADHD, autism, and dyslexia.
  • Designed and monitored Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) with measurable goals and outcomes.
  • Collaborated with teachers to modify lesson plans and assessments in line with Cambridge curriculum standards.
  • Applied RTI and MTSS models to guide academic and behavioral support for struggling learners.
  • Conducted educational assessments and provided reports to inform school interventions and parental support.
  • Participated in IEP meetings, ensuring learners' needs were understood and appropriate accommodations provided.
  • Promoted a supportive and positive classroom culture that fostered learner confidence and inclusion.
  • Provided one-on-one and group academic support to Key Stage 2 and 3 learners, especially those with learning difficulties and language barriers.
  • Assisted in adapting Cambridge curriculum lessons to meet individual learning needs through differentiated instruction.
  • Developed and implemented Individualized Learning Plans (ILPs) in collaboration with class teachers and support teams.
  • Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor learner progress and inform targeted interventions.
  • Participated in school-wide events and initiatives such as the Round Square Conference and Earth Day, fostering learner engagement and global citizenship.
  • Maintained close communication with parents and guardians through regular reports and meetings to support learner development.
  • Taught English and literature to secondary students through tailored lessons and exam preparation support.
  • Assessed learner progress, offered remedial guidance, and contributed to school and co-curricular activities.

Accomplishments

  • Enabled Mandarin & French-speaking learners with minimal English to achieve fluency and academic success through targeted interventions.
  • Served as essay marker at the World Scholar's Cup (2024 & 2025), maintaining assessment standards and promoting critical academic writing.
  • Coordinated Round Square Conference (2023) hosting logistics, fostering intercultural dialogue and global citizenship.
  • Led student sustainability activities for Earth Day 2025, instilling social responsibility and environmental awareness.
  • Organized donation drive & school outreach, enhancing student empathy and community service.
  • Co-facilitated whole-school parent seminar, bridging school-family communication and engagement.
  • Successfully implemented IEPs for SEN students (ADHD, autism, dyslexia) with observable academic progress.
  • Contributed to inclusive pedagogy design, improving lesson differentiation and classroom accessibility.

References

  • Eric Mulindi, Headteacher, Brookhouse Int'l School, +254 708 277 259, emulindi@brookhouse.ac.ke
  • Dennis Otieno, SEN Coordinator, Brookhouse Int'l, +254 2389 7291, dotieno@brookhouse.ac.ke
  • Miriam Kinyua, Head of Learning Support, St Austin's, +254 723 982 987, mrmkinyua22@gmail.com

Languages

  • Swahili
  • English
  • Beginner Chinese

Affiliations

The President's Award-Kenya (PA-K)

Timeline

EAL Teacher

Brookhouse international school
09.2025 - Current

Learning Support Teacher & Teaching Assistant

Brookhouse International School
04.2023 - Current

Learning Support Teacher

St Austin's Academy
09.2022 - 04.2023

English & Literature Tutor

Rurii Secondary School
05.2019 - 08.2019

Special Education Teacher Training Programme -

Kenya Institute of Special Education

Bachelor of Special Needs Education -

Kenyatta University

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -

Moi Forces Academy
Ruth Ndei