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VELMA OTIENO

NAIROBI, NAIROBI

Summary

Early-career science teacher with strength in lesson planning, biology instruction, and classroom management. Experienced in CBE-guided lessons, safe lab procedures, and clear communication that supports student understanding and steady progress.

Overview

2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Science Teacher

Gravity CBC Centre
Nairobi
01.2025 - Current
  • Supported science lessons at Gravity CBC Centre using CBC curriculum guidelines.
  • Assisted with practical experiments and guided safe lab procedures.
  • Checked student work and updated progress records in school tracking tools.
  • Prepared lesson plans and teaching materials for Gravity CBC Centre classrooms.

Science Tutor

Private Tuition
Nairobi
01.2023 - Current
  • Planned tailored biology and chemistry lessons for private learners during the school holidays.
  • Explained complex concepts in clear, simple language
  • Assessed student understanding and adapted tutoring methods
  • Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions and monitored student progress.
  • Supported students in developing effective study habits to increase knowledge retention.

Education

KENYA CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EDUCATION - B+

St Francis Nyangayo Girls Senior School
Rachuonyo, Homabay
12-2022

KENYA CERTIFICATE OF PRIMARY EDUCATION - 370

Mawira Primary School
Homabay
12-2018

Bachelor of Education Science - (Biology And Chemistry)

University of Nairobi
Nairobi
10-2026

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom management
  • Biology instruction
  • Chemistry instruction
  • Lab safety

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Swahili
Proficient (C2)
C2

Certification

  • Global Leadership Summit 2024
  • Global Leadership Summit 2024
  • Certificate of service - Kenya Science Campus Christian Union Praise and Worship Secretary

Timeline

Science Teacher

Gravity CBC Centre
01.2025 - Current

Science Tutor

Private Tuition
01.2023 - Current

KENYA CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EDUCATION - B+

St Francis Nyangayo Girls Senior School

KENYA CERTIFICATE OF PRIMARY EDUCATION - 370

Mawira Primary School

Bachelor of Education Science - (Biology And Chemistry)

University of Nairobi
VELMA OTIENO