Highly experienced leader possessing over 17 years of experience in education. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive and appreciative attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Able to develop excellent rapport with students, parents and educators to build a supportive learning community.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Math Curriculum Leader & Class Teacher
Braeside School, Braeburn Group
Nairobi
09.2015 - Current
Elevate standards of mathematics curriculum in collaboration with the Headteacher and Senior Teaching Committee, through creation of comprehensive and engaging lesson plans; while implementing suitable teaching methodologies that cater to pupil needs across the school.
Addressed current educational issues and applied best practices while directing professional development and instructional leadership; increased instructional focus with staff through comprehensive feedback and evaluation.
Developed annual School Improvement Plan for Mathematics.
Foster appropriate intervention strategies to improve performance in the subject across Primary School.
Develop assessments to evaluate progress of students to ensure steady progress across the term year.
Mentor placement teachers on teaching methodology and observation-based coaching and feedback.
Roll out of the British National Curriculum in adaption within the local context for Key Stage 2 in 2016.
Enable children in self-expression through artistic methods such as dance, role-play during assemblies and school play production; produce choreographed dance numbers with 9–11-year-old children during the school play production.
Actively fund raise for community service initiatives to nurture a sense of community.
Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
Key Achievements
Facilitation of Math INSETS on topics such as How to use Mathematical vocabulary to encourage math talk in the classroom, Effective math skills progression from Early Years – Year 6, How to teach Problem solving and Reasoning Skills.
Roll out of the Math Progression Skill Map and Math Calculation Policy for the Primary Section.
Introduction of Math Clinic, a learning enrichment programme to close learning gaps of students
Co-creation of Mathletics Challenge to foster student engagement of the subject.
Produce choreographed dance numbers with 9–11-year-old children during school play productions.
Stage décor and poster designs for key school events like plays, Christmas cantatas and prize presentations.
Head of Primary & Math and Geography Teacher.
MSB Institute
Nairobi
12.2012 - 08.2015
Responsible for overall management of school programmes across primary school years.
Demonstrate strong leadership acumen while serving 200 students in grades 1 to 6 and 40 members of staff.
Ensure timely procurement of necessary aids and materials indispensable for effective teaching and learning.
Drive effective teaching pedagogy across all primary school years.
Create reports to gauge success of programmes and learning interventions on regular basis for school management committee.
Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity.
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
Used tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Key Achievements
Development of the School Strategic plan that was adopted by the management for two academic years.
Principal
Grace Hannah Secondary School
Nairobi
01.2006 - 10.2012
Provide technical support and advice in program and policy planning, designing, monitoring and evaluation and strengthening internal staff capacities for delivering on institutional objectives.
Research and analyse relevant policies for purposes of planning and influencing emergent county strategies and strategic advocacy campaigns in line with Ministry of Education.
Network and collaborate with other stakeholders to initiate support of grassroots actions and linkages aimed at shaping specific County and regional agendas around education and girl empowerment.
Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures and cost-saving initiatives.
Facilitated continued education for teaching staff through implementation of quality curriculum training and appropriation of necessary resources.
Key Achievements
Increase in student enrolment because of a vigilant marketing strategy.
Education
Master of Science - Master of Education And Management
Strathmore University
Nairobi
07.2023
Bachelor of Science - B.Sc.. Education -Mathematics And Geography
Kenyatta University
Nairobi
10.2004
Skills
Team leadership expertise
Education Leadership
Transformative leadership
Strategic leadership style
Generation and Understanding of school policies
School-Wide System Perspective
Guide school assemblies
School event coordination
Possess genuine enthusiasm and passion for teaching and working with young learners
Knowledge of 21st Century Education and its teaching pedagogies
Admirable ability to maintain high standards of discipline and behavior in the school while maintaining an approachable demeanor
Clever use of innovative and resourceful teaching methods to suit the special needs of an individual or group
Ability to create beautiful learning environment
Certification
MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP SKILLS
Leadership Training at Karen Ardley Associates
A leadership training at Braeburn Gitanga by David Porritt, a representative of Karen Ardley Associates. Key skills that were propagated: Understanding the middle leader role, Emotional intelligence, self-analysis and planning for change, how to assess that learning is taking place, coaching skills, how to give and receive feedback, understanding team dynamics and how to make meetings more exciting.
Additional Information
REFEREES:
Gladys Wahinya
headpry@braeside.ac.ke
0722242460
Judith Mwangi
judith.mwangi@braeside.ac.ke
0720579063
Mary Amimo
mary.amimo@braeside.ac.ke
0721221198
Timeline
Math Curriculum Leader & Class Teacher
Braeside School, Braeburn Group
09.2015 - Current
Head of Primary & Math and Geography Teacher.
MSB Institute
12.2012 - 08.2015
Principal
Grace Hannah Secondary School
01.2006 - 10.2012
Master of Science - Master of Education And Management
Strathmore University
Bachelor of Science - B.Sc.. Education -Mathematics And Geography