Mathews Omondi Abuka
Nairobi
Summary
I am an experienced high school English teacher and a leader with a passion for teaching and a dedication to helping students succeed. I have a Master's degree in advanced teaching (M.Ed), a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed ARTS), a TESOL certification, and over ten years of experience teaching English language to students of all backgrounds. I have a proven track record of success preparing students for college-level English courses. Adept at creating engaging lesson plans, maintaining classroom discipline, and fostering student success. As an English teacher, I believe in creating a positive and engaging learning environment that caters to students' unique needs. My approach centers on effective communication and language acquisition, complemented by interactive lessons and creative assessment. Throughout my practice, I remain committed to continued professional development and growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Leadership Experience
Head Of The Secondary English Department (HOD)
08.2023 - Current
- Responsible for supporting the secondary principal to improve the standard of teaching across the English Department, alongside providing an exceptional level of teaching lower secondary, IGCSE, and A-level students.
- Worked along with three departments to implement shared literacy skills across subjects.
- Regularly evaluate the teaching methodologies used within the department to identify best practices and areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with other language instructors to share resources and best practices while developing various teaching materials and resources to engage and motivate students while meeting their needs.
- Ensured that grading standards were aligned with course objectives and were transparent and consistent while prioritizing fairness and accuracy in grading and using rubrics and benchmarks where appropriate.
- Demonstrated knowledge of company mission and goals and mentored employees in reaching objectives aligned with the School's core values.
- Assisted with new hire processing and existing training programs
- Implemented company policies, technical procedures, and standards for preserving the integrity and security of data, reports, and access
- Established and implemented departmental policies, goals, and objectives
- Conducted regular meetings with the team to discuss issues, concerns, and updates
High School Coordinator
Southbridge International School Cambodia
03.2021 - 07.2023
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline, and class attendance.
- Responsible for supporting the secondary principal to improve the standard of teaching across all the departments, alongside providing an exceptional level of teaching to lower secondary, IGCSE, and A-level students.
- Administer MAP Testing to measure students' progress and evaluate their achievement.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
High School Eglish Teacher: IGCSE and As/A Level
Southbridge International School Cambodia
08.2019 - Current
- Taught 60+ 9th and 10th-grade students IGCSE English and 10+ 11th-grade students As/A-level English language.
- Develop and implement well-structured lesson plans and curriculum aligned with IGCSE and AS/A-level English syllabus to meet the needs of all students in classroom settings.
- Improved IGCSE students achieving A*-C grades by 32% by ensuring lessons were engaging and stimulating during tenure.
- Instruct students in grammar, literature, and writing skills.
- Utilized technology in classroom settings to enhance language learning experiences while promoting student engagement.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Supported the development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet School standard.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
English Teacher
Sovvanaphumi Language School
07.2013 - 01.2018
- Taught English (ESL) to 4 classes of 8th-10th graders
- Improved student scores on the Cambridge Preliminary English Test (PET) exam by 22 % during tenure
- Organized weekly Toastmasters Club meeting forum, increasing student engagement by 23%
- Recognized as Teacher of the Year in 2013, 2015, and 2017 for implementing a successful Toastmasters club that produces public speaking and debate winners during inter-school competitions.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Implemented innovative teaching approaches for special needs students to meet the requirements of individualized education plans.
High School English Teacher
New Gateway International School
09.2011 - 01.2013
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Taught five periods of English to a classroom of 20-24 students across 9th and 10th grade
- Fostered a community within the classroom that encouraged curiosity and an open dialogue centered on different themes in a piece of literature.
- Introduced highly individualized lesson plans to accommodate various learning styles among students.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
Middle School English Teacher
Christian International School
03.2009 - 05.2012
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and exciting ways.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Evaluated and improved over 20 students' reading comprehension through personalized instruction.
- Maintained classroom discipline and modeled correct behaviors.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Created and implemented activities to foster students' critical thinking skills.
Education
Master of Arts - Master of Education In Advanced Teaching (M.Ed)
University of The People
Pasadena, California (USA)06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - English Language Arts
Mount Kenya University
Nairobi, Kenya07.2007
Skills
- English language Mastery
- Classroom management
- Engaging curriculum
- Lesson planning
- Critical thinking
- Mentoring
- Student Assessment
- Patience
Certification
- TESOL (120 hours) certification, NTC Training Centre
- Introductory Cambridge IGCSE English as a second language
- Introductory Cambridge As/A-level English language
- Extension Cambridge lower secondary English as a second language
- Basic Life support First Aid Training
- 4 Basic Leadership Style + 4 Essential Leadership Skills
- Leadership and Management Skills: 2-in -1 Masterclass.
Additional Information
PROJECTS
- Initiated Toastmasters Club (SPS)
- Public speaking Trainer and coach
- Participated in yearly NTCgroup public speaking and debating inter-school competitions
- Designed high school field trips post-COVID-19, enhancing the learning experience for high school students by exposing them to the real world.
Timeline
Leadership Experience
Head Of The Secondary English Department (HOD)
08.2023 - Current
High School Coordinator
Southbridge International School Cambodia
03.2021 - 07.2023
High School Eglish Teacher: IGCSE and As/A Level
Southbridge International School Cambodia
08.2019 - Current
English Teacher
Sovvanaphumi Language School
07.2013 - 01.2018
High School English Teacher
New Gateway International School
09.2011 - 01.2013
Middle School English Teacher
Christian International School
03.2009 - 05.2012
Master of Arts - Master of Education In Advanced Teaching (M.Ed)
University of The People
Bachelor of Arts - English Language Arts
Mount Kenya University
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