Santana C. Njere
Eldoret, Uasin Gishu
Summary
I am a passionate and dedicated Special Education Teacher with a strong commitment to creating inclusive learning environments where every student can thrive. With a background in Special Needs Education and hands-on experience supporting learners with diverse abilities, I specialize in tailoring instruction to meet individual needs, fostering both academic and personal growth. My expertise in Kenya Sign Language(KSL), Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and adaptive teaching strategies allows me to engage and empower students effectively. I take pride in collaborating with parents, fellow educators, and specialists to create holistic support systems that promote student success. My goal is to inspire, nurture, and advocate for learners, ensuring they reach their full potential.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
TEACHING ASSISTANT
BRAEBURN KISUMU INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS
09.2024 - Current
- Assist in the educational and social development of pupils
- Help pupils learn effectively as possible both in group situations and on his/her own
- Support learners in mathematics, phonics, reading and writing
- Give extra help to learners acquiring English language skills or those of special needs
- Help to create learning resources as directed by the teacher
- Maintain classroom resources to promote a tidy and effective learning environment
- Provide appropriate pastoral care to enable children to feel secure and happy
- Work with professionals such as speech therapist and occupational therapist as necessary
- Attend year group or key stage meetings and reviews
- Help with school events, productions, school trips and other activities
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
TEACHER
KERICHO TEA BOYS HIGH SCHOOL
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Organized a detailed list of resources to help students go beyond the classroom environment and delve into topics of interest
- Developed 8 hours per week of classroom lectures, instructed over 20 per term
- Developed individualized and group programming in support of program achievements
- Sourced optimal curricula and developed lesson plans to fully cover target material for each course
- Developed an interactive lesson plan to deliver high-quality special education instructions in an emotionally impaired classroom
- Working with general education instructors to plan and implement instructions while ensuring 100% compliance with IEP standards
- Assessing students' skills to determine their needs and develop effective teaching plans particular to each student's abilities
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
TEACHER
KASARANI TREE SECONDARY SCHOOL
10.2022 - 11.2022
- Planning content knowledge and pedagogical practice to meet the diverse needs of all the learners
- Provided a leaner safe environment in order for learning to take place
- Monitored, evaluated and reported student progress in key learning areas
- Collaborated with all staff members to achieve instructional objectives
- Analyzed all students' requirements and recommended improvements in study habits and performed assessment on learners tested in both formal and informal environment
- Delivered personalized instructions to each learner by encouraging interactive learning
- Promoted learners intrinsic motivation by providing meaningful and progressively challenging learning experience which include question and making choices, self-explorations, setting goals self-evaluation just to mention a few
- Engaged learners in creative thinking and integrated learning experience
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
TEACHER
ELDORET SCHOOL FOR HEARING IMPAIRMENT
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and school administrators to address educational and disciplinary problems
- Lowered disciplinary incidents by 28%
- Created individualized education programs for each special education student in an emotional impairment classroom
- Conducted evaluation of a student's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health regularly
- Monitored levels of academic performance and worked individually with students and parents to promote academic success
- Employed diverse techniques to promote active learning such as individualized instruction and problem-solving assignments
- Working with general education instructors to plan and implement instructions while ensuring 100% compliance with IEP
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Education
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION - SPECIAL NEEDS
KENYATTA UNIVERSITY MAIN
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya01.2022
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Plateau Girls Secondary School
01.2014
Skills
- Training and Development
- Planning and Coordination
- Technology Utilization Optimization
- Proficient in MS Office
- Evaluation and Data Development
- IEP Comprehension
- Curriculum, Instructions, and Assessment Development
- Kenya Sign Language
- Positive attitude
- Computer skills
- Relationship building
- Calm and patient demeanor
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Swahili
Native or Bilingual
REFEREES
Available Upon Request
Timeline
TEACHING ASSISTANT
BRAEBURN KISUMU INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS
09.2024 - Current
TEACHER
KERICHO TEA BOYS HIGH SCHOOL
01.2023 - 08.2024
TEACHER
KASARANI TREE SECONDARY SCHOOL
10.2022 - 11.2022
TEACHER
ELDORET SCHOOL FOR HEARING IMPAIRMENT
01.2019 - 03.2020
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Plateau Girls Secondary School
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION - SPECIAL NEEDS
KENYATTA UNIVERSITY MAIN
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