Nellie Macharia
Kampala
Summary
Skilled Tutor with a proven track record of enhancing student performance through tailored individual and small group instruction. Expertise in academic improvement and test preparation strategies. In-depth knowledge of Cambridge and PYP/MYP/IBDP curriculum standards.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acquired Language TutorMYP/IBDP
Acorns International Scholl
Kampala, Kampala
08.2021 - 07.2025
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance students performance and outcomes.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Spanish/ Physical Education Tutor
Nairobi International School
Nairobi
09.2010 - 07.2020
- Crafted personalized lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate progress and comprehension of material.
- Collaborated with teachers to ensure alignment of tutoring sessions with classroom objectives.
- Provided constructive feedback to parents regarding student performance and growth areas.
- Utilized educational technology tools to enhance interactive learning experiences.
- Guided students in developing effective study habits and academic strategies for success.
Education
SIELE - Spanish Language Proficiency
Kenya School Of Professional Studies
Nairobi05-2025
DALF - French Language Proficiency
French Alliance
Nairobi04-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching French As A Foreign Language/PE
Kenyatta University
Nairobi07-2000
Skills
A language educator passionate about creating inclusive, engaging learning environments where students feel confident to explore and grow With expertise in teaching French, Spanish, and English as an additional language, I design interactive lessons that connect language to real-life contexts and build cultural awareness My approach integrates assessment, technology, and literature to support diverse learners and foster critical thinking Having worked with multilingual classrooms, particularly in East Africa, I understand the unique challenges students face and adapt my methods to meet their needs My goal is to inspire lifelong curiosity and confident communication in every learner
Affiliations
- i like sports , outdoorsy activities and learning languages and cultures
Languages
English
First Language
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)
B1
French
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Swahili
Proficient (C2)
C2
Certification
- I have earned numerous certificates during in-house training programs, ranging from safeguarding, ATL skill implementation, and first aid, as well as sporting ones for swimming and lifesaving
- I have three certificates from IBO:
- Category 2 and 3 The other trainings have been done inhouse with a lot of rigour
Timeline
Acquired Language TutorMYP/IBDP
Acorns International Scholl
08.2021 - 07.2025
Spanish/ Physical Education Tutor
Nairobi International School
09.2010 - 07.2020
SIELE - Spanish Language Proficiency
Kenya School Of Professional Studies
DALF - French Language Proficiency
French Alliance
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching French As A Foreign Language/PE
Kenyatta University
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