MONICAH WANJIKU KANGARA.
Kamiti-Nairobi,Kenya
Summary
- Dedicated educator with expertise in classroom management and student-centered learning, specializing in elementary and special education. Proficient in lesson planning, curriculum development, and the use of multimedia for teaching. Demonstrates strong skills in behavioural management techniques, safeguarding, and technology integration to enhance student engagement and retention. Career goals include advancing educational program implementation to foster experiential learning environments.
- Friendly and approachable communicator committed to helping others achieve academic goals. Patient, empathetic and specialize in teaching styles focused on tutoring students with Special Educational Needs.
- Energetic and friendly recent graduate with excellent qualifications, communication skills and patient temperament. Eager to use training and education to help others achieve academic goals. Ready to gain deeper understanding with hands-on experience.
Experienced tutor with background in creating tailored Individual Learning Plans to target client subject weaknesses and develop skills. Proven success in setting clear targets and delivering constructive feedback to help students achieve goals.
Energetic Tutor enthusiastic about working with students. Excited to grow individual confidence and skill. Outgoing, reliable and caring.
Driven Tutor successful at raising student grades in all subjects. Adaptable, resourceful and hardworking professional with excellent time management and communication skills.
Seasoned professional with focus on tutoring and education. Possess unique skill sets in creating engaging learning environments and tailoring teaching methods to individual student needs. Able to foster positive rapport with students to boost confidence and success rates.
- Dedicated student with excellent study skills and strong academic record. Applies comprehensive education and personal skills in communication and organization to all tasks. Builds rapport quickly with people from diverse backgrounds.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Form tutor.
Nada International School
Al Hufuf, Saudi Arabia
02.2023 - Current
- Incorporated technology into daily lessons, boosting interest from the young learners.
- Collaborated closely with other staff members to develop comprehensive education programmes benefiting all students.
- Fostered a nurturing learning environment by incorporating engaging teaching methods.
- Enhanced cognitive development for students with creative lesson plans.
- Constructed an inclusive classroom environment, fostering respect for diversity among students.
- Supported language development through storytelling and role-play scenarios.
- Boosted children's social skills through group activities and interactive games.
- Cultivated love of learning by making classes fun and engaging.
- Prepared reports on student's progress for parent-teacher conferences.
- Implemented classroom rules, promoting positive behaviour amongst students.
- Fostered a positive learning environment to enhance student focus.
- Improved academic performance through targeted tutoring sessions focused on trouble areas.
- Adapted teaching style for individual learning capabilities.
- Encouraged open communication during sessions, enhancing comfort levels and participation rates.
- Utilised technology in sessions, making learning more engaging and efficient.
- Assisted students in essay writing and report structuring skills, improving overall grades.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilising interactive teaching methods.
- Prepared lesson plans, ensuring understanding of complex concepts.
- Maintained records of each student's progress, identifying areas needing further improvement.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers, aligning tutoring approaches with school curriculum.
- Ensured students grasped subject matter fully through continuous assessment techniques.
- Conducted one-on-one sessions for personalised attention to each student's needs.
- Offered homework assistance, bolstering understanding of classroom topics.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with students, caregivers and school faculty to drive awareness of services and encourage referrals.
- Evaluated students using standardized criteria to determine abilities and learning needs.
Home Room Teacher (Key Stage 1)
Kijani Ridge school
Nairobi, KE
05.2020 - 09.2022
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet school's standards.
- Worked closely with colleagues for implementing cross-curricular projects that engaged students in comprehensive learning experiences.
- Utilized ICT tools, enhanced interactive learning experience in classrooms.
- Utilised ICT tools, enhanced interactive learning experience in classrooms.
- Fostered a positive learning environment for student engagement through effective classroom management.
- Collaborated with special education professionals to cater for needs of differently abled pupils in regular classrooms.
- Tailored homework assignments according to individual student ability level, increased understanding of complex concepts.
- Adhered strictly to syllabus guidelines whilst teaching various subjects across different grade levels.
Classroom Teacher (Key Stage 1 & 2)
Insight Preparatory School
Nairobi, KE
01.2004 - 03.2020
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement for the learners.
- Designed dynamic lesson plans based on student interests to increase overall student GPA.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supported student physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behaviour modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Development
Kenyatta University
Kenya 04.2019 -
Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Development - Education
Kenyatta University
Nairobi, Kenya. 01.2014 - 12.2018
Diploma - Early Childhood Development
Kenyatta University
01-2005
Skills
- Data entry and analysis
- Meeting sen needs
- Self-Initiative
- Proficiency in e-learning platforms
- Language fluency
- Test preparation techniques
- Practice test administration
- Use of interactive whiteboards
- Learning styles adaptability
- Conflict Resolution
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum Development
- Pastoral support
- Scaffolding teaching strategy
- Activity-based learning
- Computer savvy
Languages
English, Kiswahili
Personal Information
Title: Teacher
Languages
English
Fluent
Affiliations
- Swimming, singing, gardening and adventure travelling.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kindergarten Form tutor.
Nada International School
02.2023 - Current
Home Room Teacher (Key Stage 1)
Kijani Ridge school
05.2020 - 09.2022
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Development
Kenyatta University
04.2019 -
Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Development - Education
Kenyatta University
01.2014 - 12.2018
Classroom Teacher (Key Stage 1 & 2)
Insight Preparatory School
01.2004 - 03.2020
Diploma - Early Childhood Development
Kenyatta University
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