Student success
Joseph Gitau
Math and Physics Teacher
Gaborone,Botswana
Summary
Enthusiastic Math and physics teacher eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of teaching methodologies and training in student motivation. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in classroom teaching.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
International Baccalaureate MYP and DP Mathematics
Westwood International School
Gaborone, SE
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Medium of instruction English
- Increased student performance in MYP Math to year 7 , 8 , 9 , 10 and 11.
- Teach Diploma program Mathematics
- Established University of Witwatersrand South Africa, Mathematics Competition
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
IGCSE Physics and Math Teacher
Rainbow High School
Gaborone, SE
09.2012 - 12.2021
- Medium of instruction English
- Taught Year 7 to 13 Physics and Advanced Physics and Mathematics.
- Best performing Teacher in IGCSE PHYSICS exam with 100% pass rate and 75% of students getting highest grade A:
- Best Teacher organizing students Prom in 2018:
- Trained students in Science Congress, International junior science Olympiad and Robotics. Two of my students represented Botswana in 2018 Science Olympiad in Qatar.
- Introduced and trained teachers on how to use Google for Education online learning platform during Covid19 pandemic.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
Volunteer General Science Teacher
Young Women Christian Association
Gaborone, SE
01.2012 - 08.2012
- Medium of instruction English
- Volunteered in teaching General science to disadvantaged students.
- Taught Human and social biology to adults attending evening classes.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments and behavior.
- Provided student academic support outside class time to improve learning and performance.
Private Tutor
Kalahari Education services
Gaborone , SE
01.2011 - 12.2011
- Medium of instruction English
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Used flashcards and other techniques to test and improve memory through practiced information retrieval.
- Improved test scores by 80 % focusing on reading comprehension, math and critical thinking skills through one-on-one tutoring sessions.
Temporary Physics Teacher
Muongoiya Secondary School
Nairobi, NRB
01.2009 - 06.2010
- Medium of instruction English and Kiswahili
- Community Secondary School offering Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education curriculum
- Temporary Physics teacher to year 9 to 12 students.
- Raised students performance in Science Congress national level by 20%
- Increased student participation in sporting activities by 50%
- Supported students in their personal challenges through counseling.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
UNICAF University
Lilongwe Malawi 01.2018 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Physics and Mathematics
Kenyatta University
Nairobi Kenya 01.2004 - 12.2008
Skills
Student centred learning
Accomplishments
- Achieved Online teaching success by introducing and training Google for education learning management system to staff of Rainbow High School.
- Increased love of Math and science to all students through Olympiads competition spirit.
Interests
Astronomy
Adventure
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
International Baccalaureate MYP and DP Mathematics
Westwood International School
01.2022 - 12.2023
Master of Arts - Education
UNICAF University
01.2018 - 05.2020
IGCSE Physics and Math Teacher
Rainbow High School
09.2012 - 12.2021
Volunteer General Science Teacher
Young Women Christian Association
01.2012 - 08.2012
Private Tutor
Kalahari Education services
01.2011 - 12.2011
Temporary Physics Teacher
Muongoiya Secondary School
01.2009 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Science - Physics and Mathematics
Kenyatta University
01.2004 - 12.2008
References
Mr Chinguwa Principal Young Women Christian Association Contact: +26773717272
Mr Mipata Deputy Principal Rainbow high school Contact +26776280105
Skills
- IT Proficiency
- Classroom instruction
- Designing Unit Plans
- Designing Summative assessment
Date of Birth
20-09-1983
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