wycliffe okata
Maseno-Kisumu,Kenya
Summary
Ambitious Chemistry and biology Teacher with a strong background in providing students with clear instructional lessons on how to make observations to understand and comprehend science. Expert in planning engaging lab demonstrations and lessons to keep students excited about learning. Talented in highlighting relevant information and sparking critical-thinking in students.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Biology and Chemistry Teacher
Chemelil Sugar Academy
Kisumu , Chemelil
05.2025 - Current
- Engaged students and promoted intellectual curiosity through hands-on experiments, PowerPoint presentations and mnemonics to provide positive attitude towards scientific processes.
- Instructed students in lab by teaching safety protocols for proper use of chemicals and safe disposal of hazardous materials.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Verified correctly positioned and working eyewash stations, safety showers, fire extinguishers and fire blankets for potential laboratory accidents.
Secondary School Biology and Chemistry Teacher
ACK St Stephen's Namulungu secondary school
Kakamega, Kenya
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Reviewing course materials prior to each class period to ensure accuracy of information presented.
- Utilized technology to enhance learning experience for students.
- Attended professional development workshops related to chemistry education best practices.
- Provided individualized instruction to struggling students in order to improve their understanding of chemical concepts.
- Created an engaging classroom atmosphere by incorporating group activities and discussions into lessons.
- Held lab demonstrations to apply chemistry and biology principles and coursework.
- Collaborated with other teachers to integrate science into the curriculum.
- Developed and implemented chemistry lesson plans that aligned with district standards.
- Facilitated laboratory experiments to demonstrate scientific principles in a safe environment.
Biology and Chemistry Teacher in Secondary School
Burendwa secondary school
Kakamega , Kenya
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Created and implemented developmentally-appropriate curriculum which addressed individual learning styles.
- Attended professional development workshops related to chemistry and biology education best practices.
- Assessed student progress through quizzes, tests, and projects.
- Conducted research on new methods of teaching chemistry and biology topics that were more effective than traditional approaches.
- Created individualized assessments based on student progress.
- Utilized technology to enhance learning experience for students.
- Created an engaging classroom atmosphere by incorporating group activities and discussions into lessons.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Special Needs Education - Biology And Chemistry
University of Eldoret
Eldoret -Kenya11-2024
Skills
- Curriculum design and development
- Laboratory procedures
- Educational technology
- Routine Student assessment
- Classroom management
- Team collaboration
- Peer mentoring and coaching
- Effective lesson planning
- Student progress assessment
- Laboratory experiment development
- Lesson planning
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Science curriculum integration
Timeline
Biology and Chemistry Teacher
Chemelil Sugar Academy
05.2025 - Current
Secondary School Biology and Chemistry Teacher
ACK St Stephen's Namulungu secondary school
08.2024 - 04.2025
Biology and Chemistry Teacher in Secondary School
Burendwa secondary school
03.2024 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Special Needs Education - Biology And Chemistry
University of Eldoret