Nuwasiima Penlope
Summary
Early childhood education professional with substantial background in fostering developmental growth in young learners. Skilled in creating engaging, inclusive and effective learning environment that promotes cognitive and social skills. Strong collaborator known for adaptability and delivering consistent results. Expertise in curriculum planning, classroom management and parent communication.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Early Years Teacher
Kaboja International School, Kampala
03.2021 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging curriculum tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Created engaging lesson plans that catered to multiple intelligences for optimal understanding of key concepts in each subject area.
- Promoted inclusivity within the classroom by addressing individual needs through differentiated instruction techniques.
- Participated in ongoing professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in early childhood education ensuring high-quality instruction for students consistently.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting social and emotional development.
- Strengthened parent-teacher partnerships by conducting informative parent-teacher conferences focused on student growth and achievement.
- Assessed learners' progress regularly, adjusting teaching strategies for optimal outcomes.
- Led professional workshops focused on early childhood education best practices.
- Coordinated with support staff such as special education teachers or therapists to address individual student needs effectively within the classroom setting.
Nursery Teacher
Kingsway primary and Nursery school, Entebbe road
05.2018 - 01.2020
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance children's cognitive and social skills.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that promoted emotional growth and self-confidence among learners.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address any developmental concerns.
- Organized educational activities that aligned with curriculum standards, enhancing learning outcomes.
- Mentored junior teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional strategies.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating a variety of teaching methods and materials, such as visual aids and hands on activities.
- Developed students' early learning skills through story time sessions, engaging activities and guided reading exercises.
Education
Diploma in Education - Early Childhood Development
Nkumba University
10-2024
Certificate in Education - ECDC
Ankole Western Institute
07-2017
Uganda Certificate of Education - UCE
Global High School
11-2017
Skills
- Early intervention techniques
- Curriculum Planning
- Lesson implementation
- Classroom Management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Special needs support
- Team Collaboration
- Observation and assessment
- Safeguarding & Child Protection
- Play-based learning
- Differentiated instruction
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- Understanding the EYFS online trainings (November 2021)
- Making PYP happen face to face training in Kampala (June 2023
- Preparing to teach online training (April 2025)
- Introduction to Early Years face to face training in Dar-es-salaam Tanzania (April 2025)
- Getting to know Cambridge online training (June 2025)
Languages
English – Fluent
Lunyankole – Fluent
Luganda – Fluent
Timeline
Early Years Teacher
Kaboja International School, Kampala
03.2021 - Current
Nursery Teacher
Kingsway primary and Nursery school, Entebbe road
05.2018 - 01.2020
Diploma in Education - Early Childhood Development
Nkumba University
Certificate in Education - ECDC
Ankole Western Institute
Uganda Certificate of Education - UCE
Global High School
References
Mr. Kimera Aggrey, Headteacher, Kingsway Primary & Nursery school +256701017476
Ms. Goretti Mbabazi Headteacher Kabojja International EYFS +256776853541
Training
- Understanding the EYFS online course - 2021
- Making PYP happen face-to-face training - Kampala 2023.
- Introduction to Early Years Face-to-Face Training – Dar es Salaam, 2025
- Preparing to teach online training - 2025
- Getting to know Cambridge online Training - 2025
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