Samuel Kinyara

• Coached, instructed and supervised participating youths through collaborative efforts with like-minded, creative, and poised team members.
• Developed, implemented and assessed youth leadership programs and initiatives.
• Created and facilitated Youth programs for form four ex-candidates.
• Mentored and coached youth in developing communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Educated young people about strategies for driving discussions and promoting social changes.
• Maintained internal database of service workers, participants, activities and other relevant details.
• Organized and facilitated youth retreats and workshops to promote personal growth and self-awareness.
• Provided guidance and support to youth in developing positive self-image and thriving personal relationships.
• Assisted youth in recognizing strengths and weaknesses, and guided development of personal and professional goals.
• Coordinated and led weekly youth meetings, facilitating conversations and activities to promote team building and leadership development.
• Encouraged youth to explore talents and interests, and assisted in developing individualized plans to foster personal growth.
• Facilitated discussions between youth and adults to bridge generational gaps and foster understanding.
• Collaborated with youth, parents, teachers and community members to promote youth leadership initiatives and enhance communication.
• Participated in regular meetings with leadership team to discuss strategies, challenges and successes.
• Cultivated relationships with community organizations to create opportunities for youth.
• Led group discussions and activities to meet different community needs.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Achievements.

1. Program Development:
• Successfully designed and implemented a comprehensive youth program over a period of 3 years that addressed the specific needs and interests of the form four ex-candidates.

2. Community Engagement:
• Established strong partnerships with local schools to expand the reach of youth programs, fostering a sense of community and collaboration.

3. Mentorship Initiatives:
• Developed and managed a mentorship program that paired youth with experienced mentors, leading to improvements in personal development, and self-esteem.

4. Educational Workshops:
• Organized and facilitated engaging and informative workshops on topics such as leadership development, career planning, and life skills, positively impacting the skill set and confidence of participating youth.

5. Event Management:
• Successfully coordinated and executed impactful events, including fundraisers, awareness campaigns resulting in increased visibility and support for the organization.

6. Data-Driven Impact Assessment:
• Implemented a robust monitoring and evaluation system to assess the impact of youth programs, using data to make informed decisions and continuously improve program effectiveness.

7. Youth Empowerment Initiatives:
• Initiated empowerment initiatives that encouraged youth leadership and active participation in decision-making processes within the organization, fostering a sense of ownership and responsibility.

8. Collaboration with Stakeholders:
• Collaborated with parents, educators, and local leaders to create a supportive network for youth, ensuring a holistic approach to their development both within and outside the organization.

9. Recognition and Awards:
• Received recognition or awards for outstanding contributions to youth development, both within the organization and highlighting the positive impact on the community.

• Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
• Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
• Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
• Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
• Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
• Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
• Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
• Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
• Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
• Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
• Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
• Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
• Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
• Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
• Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
• Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
• Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
• Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
• Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
• Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
• Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
• Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.

• Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
• Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
• Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
• Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
• Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
• Leveraged technology and visual aids to engage students and enhance learning.
• Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
• Created tailored lesson plans and study guides to teach and assist students in area of study.
• Enabled underachieving students to reach target attainment levels by providing individualized coaching and activities.