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Elizaphan Kamau Irungu

English/Literature Teacher / Class Teacher / Guidance and Counseling Co-Patron at Kiaguthu Boys High School

Work Experience

  • English/Literature Teacher / Class Teacher / Guidance and Counseling Co-Patron

    Kiaguthu Boys High School

    Oct 2019 - Present -5 yrs

    Kenya

    • Job Details:Assessing students' progress through assignments, tests, and exams, providing constructive feedback for improvement. Encouraging creativity and self-expression through creative writing projects and assignments. Overseeing the overall well-being and discipline of the assigned class. Building a strong rapport with students, parents, and colleagues to facilitate effective communication. Assisting students in resolving academic and personal challenges and providing emotional support. Coordinating and organizing class activities, events, and parent-teacher meetings. Assisting in the implementation of the school's guidance and counseling program. Providing support and guidance to students facing personal, social, or emotional difficulties.
  • English/Literature Teacher / Guidance and Counseling Co-Patron

    Mugecha Secondary School

    Apr 2019 - Sep 2019 -5 months

    Kenya

    • Job Details:Developing students' written and oral communication skills through writing exercises, discussions, debates, and presentations. Collaborating with colleagues and parents to discuss student progress and implement effective strategies for individualized learning. Staying updated on the latest educational research and best practices to enhance teaching methodologies and curriculum development. Organizing workshops and seminars to promote mental health and well-being among students. Collaborating with other school staff to create a supportive and nurturing school environment.
  • Research Assistant

    Jan 2019 - Mar 2019 -2 months

    • Job Details:Conducting comprehensive literature reviews to identify relevant sources, studies, and theoretical frameworks related to the research topic. Assisting in the collection of data through surveys, interviews, experiments, or other research methodologies. Performing data analysis using statistical software or qualitative analysis tools to identify patterns, trends, and meaningful insights from the collected data. Collaborating with faculty members and PhD candidates to design research studies, develop research questions, and choose appropriate research methodologies. Assisting in the preparation of research papers, conference presentations, and academic publications.
  • English/Literature Teacher

    Kiaguthu Boys High School

    May 2018 - Aug 2018 -3 months

    Kenya

    • Job Details:Planning and delivering engaging and well-structured lessons that cover various aspects of English language and literature, including grammar, reading comprehension, literary analysis, creative writing, and more. Creating and implementing a diverse range of instructional materials, resources, and activities to cater to students' different learning styles and abilities. Assessing students' progress through assignments, quizzes, tests, and projects, providing constructive feedback to support their academic growth. Fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment where students feel encouraged to participate, express their thoughts, and explore their creativity.
  • Education

    • Bachelor's Degree in English and Literature

      Mount Kenya University

      Jan 2011 - Jan 2014 - 3 yr

    • Bachelor's Degree in Educational Leadership, Management and Administration

      Mt. kenya university

    Skills

    Languages

    • English

      Fluent
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