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GEOFREY KASAWA
Teacher
Kampala,209
Summary
Education Officer with a proven track record at Mt. St. Mary's College Namagunga, enhancing curriculum quality and fostering critical thinking through innovative educational programs. Skilled in IT and educational leadership, adept at boosting student engagement by over 30%. Excels in team collaboration and effective communication, ensuring inclusive learning environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Officer
Mt. St. Mary's College Namagunga
02.2016 - Current
- Developed cross-disciplinary connections between subjects by collaborating with colleagues on integrated lesson plans.
- Increased parent involvement by organizing educational workshops, conferences, and regular communication regarding student progress.
- Boosted student engagement by designing interactive lesson plans that incorporated multimedia and group activities.
- Fostered critical thinking skills through project-based learning initiatives that emphasized real-world applications of course material.
- Evaluated student progress using various assessment tools, driving continuous improvement in teaching methods and materials.
- Enriched student understanding of cultural diversity through exposure to global perspectives via guest speakers, field trips, and collaborative projects with international partner schools.
- Enhanced curriculum quality by collaborating with fellow educators to develop and implement innovative educational programs.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by implementing classroom management techniques that fostered respect, inclusivity, and collaboration.
- Checked on instructor lessons and communication in order to assess quality of education and assistance offered to students.
- Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
- Planned, administered and controlled budgets and produced financial reports.
- Monitored overhead, prepared budgets and directed spending and resources to support fiscal efficiency.
Instructor
Mukono YMCA College
01.2013 - 12.2015
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
- Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
- Evaluated student assessments to identify areas of growth and improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
- Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Teacher
Nile High School Mukono
06.2010 - 12.2012
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Busitema University
Busia, UG. 04.2001 -
No Degree - Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE)
Naalya Senior Secondary School
Namugongo, UG. 04.2001 -
No Degree - Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE)
Namiryango Senior Secondary School
Mukono, Uganda 04.2001 -
Skills
Teaching strategies
Educational leadership
School administration
IT specialist
Student support
Team collaboration
Classroom management
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Conflict resolution
Effective communication
Presentation skills
Software
Spreadsheets
Presentation
Database management
Web design
Interests
Helping others
Reading, Volleyball and Tourism
I enjoy reading financial literature books, Playing volleyball and Touring new places during my free time.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Education Officer
Mt. St. Mary's College Namagunga
02.2016 - Current
Instructor
Mukono YMCA College
01.2013 - 12.2015
Teacher
Nile High School Mukono
06.2010 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Education
Busitema University
04.2001 -
No Degree - Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE)
Naalya Senior Secondary School
04.2001 -
No Degree - Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE)
Namiryango Senior Secondary School
04.2001 -