Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
References
Hobbies and interests
Timeline
Elvis Ngugi Maina

Elvis Ngugi Maina

Summary

Dedicated Teacher of English and Literature with a passion for inspiring students and cultivating a love for reading and writing. Delivered engaging lessons through learner-centred methods, enhancing communication skills and critical thinking. Committed to fostering academic excellence in diverse, multicultural learning environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher of English and Literature

St. Thomas Aquinas Kyaani Secondary School
Kibwezi, KENYA
04.2024 - 12.2025
  • Delivered English and Literature instruction for Forms 1–4, adhering to CBC and 8-4-4 standards.
  • Utilized innovative teaching methods, including role play and digital tools.
  • Guided Journalism Club members in developing writing and public speaking skills.
  • Promoted critical thinking through engaging literary discussions and assessments.

Teacher of English and Literature

Karima Girls school
Nyandarua
04.2022 - 09.2022
  • Enhanced students' language proficiency and confidence through engaging lesson delivery.
  • Developed comprehensive lesson plans, assessments, and schemes of work aligning with national standards.
  • Managed classroom dynamics effectively, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
  • Encouraged student participation in school drama and essay competitions to boost creativity.

Education

Bachelor of Education (Arts) - English and Literature

South Eastern Kenya University
01.2024

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) -

Njabini Boys High School / Ndunyu Njeru Secondary School
01.2019

Skills

Student mentorship and motivation

  • Digital tool integration
  • Lesson planning
  • Team collaboration
  • Critical thinking

Accomplishments

  • Improved students’ mean score in English through differentiated instruction.
  • Guided students to qualify for regional drama and essay competitions.
  • Initiated a school literary magazine through the Journalism Club.

References

Available upon request 

Hobbies and interests

  • Creative Writing stories, poetry, journaling
  • Puzzles, Chess, or Strategy Games
  • playing football

Timeline

Teacher of English and Literature - St. Thomas Aquinas Kyaani Secondary School
04.2024 - 12.2025
Teacher of English and Literature - Karima Girls school
04.2022 - 09.2022
South Eastern Kenya University - Bachelor of Education (Arts), English and Literature
Njabini Boys High School / Ndunyu Njeru Secondary School - Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE),
Elvis Ngugi Maina