
Cindi Wachira
Education / Training
About Cindi Wachira:
I am a Dedicated and Inspiring Educator Committed to Student Success; Career Summary: Passionate and dedicated educator with two years of experience fostering a love for learning and academic growth in students. Skilled in creating engaging and inclusive classroom environments that promote active participation and student-centered learning. Proven track record of implementing innovative teaching strategies and utilizing technology to enhance instruction. Committed to ongoing professional development and staying abreast of current educational trends. Recognized for strong communication skills, collaborative approach, and ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Seeking a teaching position where I can make a positive impact on students' lives and contribute to the development of well-rounded individuals
Experience
PERSONAL TUTOR :January 2022 - Date As an English tutor offering personal tuition,
My primary role is to provide individualized instruction and support to students seeking to improve their English language skills. Here are some key roles I undertake
: 1. Assessing Student Needs: Conduct an initial assessment of each student's English language proficiency to identify their strengths and areas for improvement. Evaluate their learning style, goals, and specific needs to develop personalized lesson plans.
2. Designing and Delivering Lessons: Create tailored lesson plans that target specific language skills, such as reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Utilize a variety of teaching strategies, resources, and materials to engage students and facilitate their understanding and progress.
3. Grammar and Vocabulary Instruction: Teach and reinforce essential grammar rules, sentence structures, and vocabulary. Help students expand their vocabulary, develop accurate grammar usage, and improve their overall language proficiency.
4. Communication with Parents or Guardians: Maintain open and regular communication with parents or guardians to update them on their child's progress, discuss goals, and address any concerns or questions they may have
TEACHING ASSISTANT, ST. JOSEPH’S BOYS HIGH SCHOOL January 2019—December 2021
As an English literature teacher, My role goes beyond simply teaching the subject matter. I had the opportunity to inspire a love for literature, develop critical thinking skills, and foster a deeper understanding and appreciation for the written word. Here are some key roles and responsibilities I undertook as an English literature teacher:
1. Curriculum Development: Design and develop a comprehensive English literature curriculum that aligns with educational standards and objectives. Select appropriate texts, novels, plays, poems, and other literary works that engage and challenge students at their grade level.
2. Classroom Instruction: Deliver engaging and interactive lessons that introduce students to various genres, literary periods, and authors. Employ a variety of teaching methods, including discussions, lectures, multimedia presentations, group activities, and project-based learning to promote active student participation and deeper understanding.
3. Reading and Text Analysis: Guide students in analyzing and interpreting literary texts, including identifying themes, literary devices, character development, and symbolism. Teach critical reading skills, such as close reading and textual analysis, to enhance students' comprehension and ability to extract meaning from complex literary works.
4. Writing and Literary Analysis: Foster students' writing skills by teaching them how to construct coherent and well-structured essays, literary analyses, and research papers. Provide guidance on thesis development, evidence-based arguments, and effective use of textual evidence to support interpretations.
5. Discussion and Debate: Facilitate class discussions that encourage students to express their opinions, interpretations, and critical analysis of literary works. Promote a respectful and inclusive environment where students can engage in thoughtful debates and explore diverse perspectives.
January 2019 — December 2021 Trained the school debating club till the Nationals of Kenya DebatingAssociation Finals where they emerged 2nd Runners up
May 2019 — December 2019
• Drive brand awareness and attract new customers.
•Representing the company at product launches, events and trade shows,
•Implementing marketing campaigns.
•Building rapport with customers and vendors.
•Monitoring customer feedback and escalating complaints to the marketing departments
• Creating social media content in order to drive brand awareness across various social media platforms to attract new customers.
•Maintaining a positive image of the brand at all times
Education
DIPLOMA IN PARAMEDICINE January 2022 - Date Am Currently Pursuing a Diploma in Para medicine at the Kenya Red cross Training Institute.
September 2014 — September 2021 Graduated with Second Class Honors Lower Division in Bachelors of Education Arts, English Literature.
January 2009 — October 2012-St Josephs Girls High School-Kitale
KCSE B-
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