Hi, I’m
JAYNE CHEGE
TEACHER
Kinale
Summary
Passionate and results-driven educator, teacher trainer, and gender equity advocate with extensive experience in classroom teaching, teacher professional development, and transformative community programming. A skilled lead facilitator with a strong background in foundational literacy and numeracy, social-emotional learning (SEL) and life skills and values education. Demonstrated ability to design and deliver inclusive, learner-centred training programmes that strengthen teaching practice and support holistic learner development. Proven record of engaging diverse stakeholders, producing evidence-based training reports, and contributing to education system improvement and equity-focused reform through facilitation, mentoring, and policy-informed practice.
Overview
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Edukans Kenya
Master Trainer
04.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Successfully trained 40 teachers in Samburu on Active Teaching and Learning enhancing teachers' confidence in applying learner-centred, inclusive pedagogical approaches across diverse classroom contexts.
- Successfully trained 55 teachers in Machakos on Teaching with Impact, strengthening effective classroom practice.
- Successfully trained 75 teachers in Samburu on Social Emotional Learning (SEL), enhancing their capacity to support learners' emotional well-being.
- Trained 78 teachers in Kajiado and 75 teachers in Namanga on the integration of Life Skills and Values in the classroom under the ALIVE Project, thereby promoting participatory and child-centred teaching practices.
- Trained 30 teachers in Elgeyo Marakwet on Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN), improving instructional quality in early grade learning.
- Prepared comprehensive training reports and reflective articles that informed programme improvement and strengthened Edukans' accountability and impact tracking.
Githinji Secondary SchoolKinale
Class Teacher
02.2011 - Current
Job overview
- Track and support learners' academic progress by maintaining accurate and up-to-date records such as attendance registers, assessment records, and learner profiles, and by identifying challenges that require intervention.
- Organize and coordinate class activities to ensure smooth academic and co-curricular operations throughout the term.
- Manage student behaviour inside and outside the classroom by promoting discipline, enforcing school rules, and maintaining a safe, respectful, and orderly learning environment.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to learners on academic, social, and personal development, while instilling values and life skills such as responsibility, integrity, teamwork, and respect.
- Identify and support learners with special educational needs or behavioural challenges in collaboration with subject teachers, school administration, and relevant professionals.
- Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding learners' academic progress, behaviour, and general welfare.
- Encourage and facilitate learner participation in co-curricular activities to promote holistic development.
- Liaise with subject teachers and school administration to ensure coordinated learner support and effective academic delivery.
- Participate in school, departmental and parent meetings, and uphold child protection, safety, and welfare standards at all times.
Githinji Secondary School
Teacher of English and Literature
08.2024 - 10.2024
Job overview
Githinji Secondary School
Guidance and Counselling Teacher
01.2013 - Current
Job overview
- Providing guidance and counselling services to learners on academic, personal, social, and emotional issues.
- Supporting learners' psychosocial well-being by identifying emotional, behavioural, or mental health challenges and offering appropriate interventions.
- Guiding learners on career development through career talks, subject selection advice, and exposure to career pathways.
- Conducting individual and group counselling sessions to address issues such as peer pressure, self-esteem, discipline, and stress management.
- Identifying learners at risk of academic failure, substance abuse, violence, or other harmful behaviours and coordinating timely support.
- Promoting positive behaviour and discipline through preventive counselling and life skills programmes.
- Offering guidance on adolescent development and helping learners navigate social, emotional, and physical changes.
- Collaborating with teachers, school administration, and parents to support learners' holistic development.
- Referring learners to specialised professionals or agencies when cases require advanced psychological, medical, or social intervention.
- Maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards in all counselling interactions in line with professional and school guidelines.
- Conducting guidance and counselling programmes on topics such as drug and substance abuse, sexual and reproductive health, bullying, and conflict resolution.
- Keeping accurate counselling records and reports while ensuring data protection and learner privacy.
- Promoting life skills, values, and resilience to empower learners to make informed and responsible decisions.
- Participating in child protection and safeguarding initiatives within the school.
Kikuyu Adult Learning Centre
Part-time Teacher
01.2010 - 03.2011
Job overview
- Preparing and maintaining schemes of work, lesson plans, and records of work covered for both English and CRE.
- Participating in departmental meetings, professional development activities, and curriculum discussions.
Treasure Highrise Secondary School
Part Time Teacher
03.2007 - 06.2007
Job overview
- Preparing and maintaining schemes of work, lesson plans, and records of work covered.
- Participating in departmental meetings, professional development activities, and curriculum discussions.
Education
KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
Masters in Public Policy and Administration
01.2026
University Overview
UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
Masters in Education Administration in Emergencies
01.2026
University Overview
UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
Bachelor of Education-English and Literature
01.2010
University Overview
GPA: First Class Honours
MARYHILL GIRLS' HIGH SCHOOL
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education(K.C.S.E.)
01.2004
University Overview
GPA: A-(Minus)
Skills
- SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING (SEL)
- CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT SKILLS
- ACTIVE TEACHING AND LEARNING
- FACILITATION & CAPACITY BUILDING
- TEACHING WITH IMPACT
- MENTAL HEALTH & PSYCHOSOCIAL SUPPORT (MHPSS)
- ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- GENDER EQUALITY & DISABILITY INCLUSION
- INTEGRATING LIFE SKILLS AND VALUES IN TEACHING
Languages
English
Kiswahili
Gikuyu
French
Internship
Internship
2009-05-01, 2009-08-01, Developing lesson plans for English Language and Literature for Form One L and Form Two K outlining specific, achievable, and measurable learning objectives., Ensuring that all lessons are aligned with the school's curriculum guidelines and the approved scheme of work.Scholarships Awards
Scholarships Awards
- Sasakawa Masters Scholarship, 2013-03-01
- Commendation for Exemplary Performance, 2020-09-01
- Kenya Red Cross Society Community Service Award, 2019-04-01
- Young African Leaders Fellowship, 2019-04-01
Fellowships
Fellowships
Sasakawa Young Leaders Fellowship (SYLF), 2023-01-01Contact
Contact
P.O. BOX 11, Kinale, NairobiPersonal Information
Personal Information
- Title: Teacher, Master Trainer
- Nationality: Kenyan
Publications
Publications
- Building Emotionally Safe and Inclusive Schools in Samburu County, Kenya, 2026-02-01
- Influence of Interethnic Conflict on Girls' Participation in Primary Education in Samburu Central Subcounty, Kenya, 2022-06-01
- Communications Policy, 2014-12-01
Timeline
Teacher of English and Literature
Githinji Secondary School
08.2024 - 10.2024
Master Trainer
Edukans Kenya
04.2017 - Current
Guidance and Counselling Teacher
Githinji Secondary School
01.2013 - Current
Class Teacher
Githinji Secondary School
02.2011 - Current
Part-time Teacher
Kikuyu Adult Learning Centre
01.2010 - 03.2011
Part Time Teacher
Treasure Highrise Secondary School
03.2007 - 06.2007
KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
Masters in Public Policy and Administration
UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
Masters in Education Administration in Emergencies
UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
Bachelor of Education-English and Literature
MARYHILL GIRLS' HIGH SCHOOL
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education(K.C.S.E.)