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Joyce Abungu

Joyce Abungu

Teacher Assistant
Al Ain

Summary

Summary:

Patient and empathetic teacher with 8 years experience supervising and mentoring over 25 students at a time. Awarded “Teacher of the Year” for 2018. Successfully implemented new lesson plan technique which saw a 13% increase in teaching effectiveness with a 25% reduction in time.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages

Work History

Teacher Assistant

Smart Leaders Nursery
Al Ain
2020.10 - Current
  • Responsible for developing and maintaining class materials and making them accessible to students.
  • Assisting teachers in preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
  • Assist class teacher with supervision and care of group of 15 children.
  • Support class teacher in monitoring students during lunch periods, recess, and other non-instructional times to maintain safety and orderliness.
  • Preparing classrooms daily for optimal learning conditions including clean spaces, organized supplies, and appropriate technology setup.
  • Streamlining communication between parents and teachers through timely updates on student progress and achievements.
  • Foster effective time management skills among students by keeping them on task during independent work sessions.
  • Assist in facilitating after-school programs focused on academic enrichment or extracurricular activities such as clubs or sports teams.
  • Organizing educational field trips to complement classroom instruction and enhance real-world understanding.
  • Adhering to classroom protocols to keep areas clean, neat, and organized.

Teacher

Premier Junior Academy
Kericho
2017.01 - 2020.07
  • Created and implemented the new Common Core-aligned curriculum.
  • Assumed responsibility and accountability for classroom academic progress.
  • Built and maintained a classroom culture in which students love learning.

Key Achievements

  • Awarded “Teacher of the Year” for 2018.
  • Implemented new syllabus procedure which increased teaching effectiveness by 13%.

Guest Relations Agent

Milele Beach Hotel
Mombasa
2013.03 - 2016.04
  • Investigated guest challenges and sources of dissatisfaction to offer timely resolution.
  • Assisted guests with check-ins, account inquiries and any additional services needed.
  • Recommended hotel services or amenities that guest may find useful.
  • Responded to incoming guests, telephone calls and email inquiries with efficiency and professionalism.
  • Orchestrated temporary storage and delivery of luggage items for guests upon request.
  • Enhanced response and resolution systems to meet changing demands.

Education

Diploma - Hospitality Management

Wright Flyers International College
2010.01 - 2012.11

Kenya Certificate Of Secondary Education -

Kambui Girls’ High School
2004.01 - 2007.12

TEFL - English Education

Teacher Record
Online
08.2022

Skills

Computer proficiency

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Classroom management

Creativity and innovation

Additional Information

Have UAE driving license

Certification

Teaching English as a Foreign Course Training - [120 hours]

Timeline

Teaching English as a Foreign Course Training - [120 hours]

2022-08

Teacher Assistant

Smart Leaders Nursery
2020.10 - Current

Teacher

Premier Junior Academy
2017.01 - 2020.07

Guest Relations Agent

Milele Beach Hotel
2013.03 - 2016.04

Diploma - Hospitality Management

Wright Flyers International College
2010.01 - 2012.11

Kenya Certificate Of Secondary Education -

Kambui Girls’ High School
2004.01 - 2007.12

TEFL - English Education

Teacher Record
Joyce AbunguTeacher Assistant