Catherine Kibuuka Luyombo
Kampala,102
Summary
Dedicated leader and passionate educator, seeking to spearhead a thriving school community. Proven track record of igniting academic excellence, with 95% of students achieving B or higher in IGCSE English Language during my 2022-2023 tenure. Deeply committed to fostering holistically developed individuals through innovative curriculum, strong social-emotional support, and a culture of collaboration.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of the English Department
Kampala International School Uganda
Kampala
2022.07 - Current
- Lead department of four in innovative planning and reflective practices, administer weekly departmental meetings to plan teaching of syllabus, discuss teaching strategies and review performance data, instruct students of English and Literature and establish clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects, UCAS Personal Statement Coordinator, Form Tutor, Year Leader Y10, Y11, IBDP 1 Outdoor Trip Leader, Coursework Moderator, Poetry Slam Committee Leader, administer standardized ability and achievement tests and common assessments and interpret results to determine children’s developmental levels and needs
- Accomplishments; initiated and implemented department policies on assessment, resulting in 15% increase in student engagement at KS3, Raised student academic performance in critical thinking (IGCSE World Literature) from 40% to 80% success through sharing consistent instructional practices, coached new teachers on IGCSE and IB coursework moderation and marking, differentiate lesson material, short-term and long-term planning; review and restructured the KS3 curriculum by incorporating specific teaching of grammar; facilitated PD sessions in moderation and standardization at department and school-wide level; enabled the implementation of curriculums -IB Language and Literature, IB Literature, English B, IGCSE World Literature, IGCSE First Language English, IGCSE Second Language English and KS3 British Curriculum; advocated for consistent using of Accelerated Reader to improve reading levels, extrapolated data to inform understanding of school-wide literacy levels; led the department in its transition from online learning to face to face and then a hybrid approach in March 2023 until present; remedied pupil enthusiasm and engagement with the subject through Catchup lessons; oversaw and proofread reports; created a collaborative attitude within the department by team teaching and training teachers to understand changes in syllabus and share instructional strength on how to resolve conflicts
- Empowered the World Scholars team by introducing a public speaking after school club
- UCAS Personal Statement Coordinator: responsible for providing students with guidance and deadlines for the application process; supporting students in their course choices using predicted grades and teacher feedback; providing resources for the personal statement process and providing feedback
- Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children’s progress and determine priorities for excelling
- Maintain accurate, complete and correct students record in accordance with school policies.
English and Literature Teacher
2014.08 - 2022.07
- Taught KS3, KS4 Literature and Language, and IB Language and Literature
- Run one and small group workshops and after-school academic catch–up sessions
- Lead Year 11 First language English teacher in the Department
- Communicated clear objectives in lessons to increase opportunity for all students to experience success
- Facilitated learning to improve outcomes by adapting teaching for students with reading disorders individually and in small groups
- Fostered an inclusive classroom prompt feedback to student behavior using Edaadmin
- Encouraged a supportive classroom environment to increase classroom community spirit
- Pastoral roles: Y11 form tutor (2019); Y10 Form Tutor (2020) and currently Y9 Year Leader; responsible for monitoring behavior, attitude to learning and attainment levels; ensuring open lines of communication with parents and leading PSHE sessions; mentored underperforming and disengaged students.
Teacher of English
Aga Khan High School Kampala Uganda
Kampala
2007.08 - 2014.08
- Instruction of students in KS3, 4 and IB
- Prepare outlines and term plans for courses of study, Responsible for Pupil Catch Up within the English department (3 teachers): monitored and intervened with groups of students and individual pupils who were underperforming; collated data on target groups, such as learning support and behavioral needs, and ensured they were reaching their target attainment; initiated and implemented schemes to ensure progress for all; provided resources, support, and advice for the department; met regularly with line managers to review and evaluate progress towards outcomes; and developed action plans that continued to drive student progress
- Accomplishments: achieved consistently high progress rates for exam classes (in the second year 96% of the middle ability group received level 5 and above in Literature, in my third year 95% of my IGCSE Language class achieved a B or higher in their exam); taught one target group with SEN and EAL challenges across the school and at exam level
- Pastoral roles: Y6 Transition coordinator, Year 7 Form Tutor: run a buddy programme twice weekly; monitored progress and behavior
- Co-coordinator of Drama and Debating: ( Programe): in school co-ordinator for the external workshop; worked alongside the professional artist in weekly creative acting and writing workshops to engage students and create a published anthology; organized anthology launch in a school wide performance of the pupils’ work; ran a school trip to the Art festival at National Theater.
Secondary English Teacher Intern
Langdon School
East Ham
2006.01 - 2007.01
- Developed individualized lesson plans to meet the needs of all learners.
- Provided instruction to students in the areas of grammar, literature, writing, and communication skills.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in learning English language arts.
- Assessed student progress on a regular basis and provided feedback to parents and guardians.
Secondary Teaching Assistant
Felltham Community College
Middlesex
2004.01 - 2006.01
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and providing instructional materials.
- Supervised students in the classroom, cafeteria, hallways and playgrounds.
- Graded assignments, tests and papers according to teacher instructions.
- Provided one-on-one support for special needs students.
- Assisted with the development of Individual Education Plans.
Education
Master of Science - Msc Educational Leadership And Management
University of Portsmouth
United Kingdom06.2025
Diploma English Language Studies -
Open University
12.2004
BA Hons Education Major English and Literature -
Makerere University
09.2000
Skills
- Curriculum Development and lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Teacher Coaching
- Standardized testing preparation and administration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Technology integration
- Effective Communication
- Student-centered teaching methodologies
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Data analysis and student progress tracking
- Literacy and reading instruction techniques
- Classroom Safety Awareness
- Multicultural education and diversity awareness
- Attention to Detail
Certification Training
- IB Eng B Cat 2
- IB Cat 2 Language and Literature 2022
- IB Cat 2 Literature 2019, English A1 2010
- TASC workshop
- UCAS webinars on 2022 application process
- Safe Guarding Training
- First Aid
- Pedagogical training
- EAL training
- IGCSE First language English training
References
Available upon request
Affiliations
- Rotarian
- Passion for Farming
- Travelling and learning about different cultures around the globe
Accomplishments
- Honour Roll Teacher for best academic performance in IGCSE at Aga Khan High School Kampala
- Award for coaching and training Teachers in improving Literacy in Classrooms at Aga Khan Education services Uganda
- Editor of 'The Teneeger 3' by Annette Mpuuga
- Certificate of Appreciation for commitment and dedication to Aga Khan Education Services Uganda
- Certificate for Supporting slow learners at Aga Khan High School Kampala
Certification
IB Eng B Cat 2 IBICUS 2024
IB Cat 2 Language and Literature 2022
IB Cat 2 Literature 2019, English A1 2010
TASC workshop
UCAS webinars on 2022 application process
Safe Guarding Training
First Aid
Pedagogical training
EAL training
IGCSE First language English training( 0500) 2017
Theory of Knowlwdge Category 2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head of the English Department
Kampala International School Uganda
2022.07 - Current
English and Literature Teacher
2014.08 - 2022.07
Teacher of English
Aga Khan High School Kampala Uganda
2007.08 - 2014.08
Secondary English Teacher Intern
Langdon School
2006.01 - 2007.01
Secondary Teaching Assistant
Felltham Community College
2004.01 - 2006.01
Master of Science - Msc Educational Leadership And Management
University of Portsmouth
Diploma English Language Studies -
Open University
BA Hons Education Major English and Literature -
Makerere University
IB Eng B Cat 2 IBICUS 2024
IB Cat 2 Language and Literature 2022
IB Cat 2 Literature 2019, English A1 2010
TASC workshop
UCAS webinars on 2022 application process
Safe Guarding Training
First Aid
Pedagogical training
EAL training
IGCSE First language English training( 0500) 2017
Theory of Knowlwdge Category 2
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