Sarah Kyalisiima
Kampala,102
Summary
Dynamic Adult Education Instructor with extensive experience at MottMacDonald, specializing in curriculum development and student assessment. Proven ability to design engaging instructional materials and manage classrooms effectively, leading to notable improvements in student performance. Expertise in enhancing digital literacy and facilitating collaborative learning has resulted in successful educational outcomes. Aiming to further advance adult education initiatives through innovative teaching strategies.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Adult Education Instructor
MottMacDonald
Kampala, Central
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Developed lesson plans for adult education classes based on the assessed needs of the students.
- Established training program objectives and created related curricula and learning materials.
- Supported students by providing additional assistance outside of class time when needed.
- Adapted teaching methods to meet the varying needs of different learners.
- Gave engaging lectures and presentations to promote student learning and content retention.
- Instructed many students each year.
Adult Literacy Coordinator
SavetheChildren International
Kamapala, Central
09.2013 - 10.2020
- Attended state and district meetings focused on improving student achievement outcomes through effective literacy instruction.
- Worked directly with many students either individually or in small groups.
- Participated in curriculum mapping activities to ensure alignment between grade levels and content standards.
- Developed curricula and recommended curricula revisions to improve student learning outcomes.
- Served as a liaison between school personnel, district staff members, parents, and outside agencies regarding matters related to literacy education.
- Created educational materials according to lesson plans and school programs.
- Planned, administered and controlled budgets to maintain accurate financial records and produce financial reports.
- Improved individual departments by working closely with faculty to reorganize class loads, promote resource utilization and modernize equipment.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted students who require additional assistance in developing literacy skills.
- Provided assistance to faculty by teaching classes, conducting orientation meetings and scheduling events.
- Researched current trends in literacy education and shared findings with colleagues during faculty meetings.
Adult English Language Teacher
Finnish Refugee Council
Kampala, Central
02.2010 - 12.2011
- Created evaluation vehicles to test student learning across several levels of understanding and comprehension, taking care to develop multiple opportunities for success within each vehicle.
- Worked with English language learners in small groups to develop fluency.
- Facilitated student success and academic growth new curriculum implementation.
- Recorded student progress, test scores, and assignment completion and maintained well-organized files for reference.
- Differentiated instruction for students with wide range of skill and interest levels.
- Presented lectures using modern technology tools such as digital whiteboard and PowerPoint presentations for an enhanced learning experience.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational trends and methodologies.
- Customized innovative methods and materials to produce effective learning experiences.
- Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
Secondary School English Language Teacher
Ministry of Education
Kampala, Central
09.1995 - 12.2005
- Integrated technology into classroom settings to engage students and diversify instruction.
- Utilized multimedia resources such as audio and video clips, pictures and animations to make teaching more interesting and engaging.
- Modified teaching techniques to meet instructional needs of and students and IEP outlines.
- Guided students through exploration and analysis of different art forms and implemented hands-on approach to art education.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach English language to students of different ages.
- Helped organize extra-curricular activities related to speech competitions or drama performances for developing public speaking skills among learners.
- Provided guidance regarding career options available after mastering English language.
- Monitored student's performance regularly through tests and assignments.
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
- Implemented structured writers' workshop to teach composition and writing techniques to help students developed skills for college prep work.
Education
Master of Arts - Development Studies
Uganda Martyrs University
Kampala08-2004
Bachelor of Arts - English Language Teaching(ELT)/Literature
Makerere University
Kampala- Ugada09-2001
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Instructional design
- Digital literacy
- Classroom management
Timeline
Adult Education Instructor
MottMacDonald
01.2022 - 09.2023
Adult Literacy Coordinator
SavetheChildren International
09.2013 - 10.2020
Adult English Language Teacher
Finnish Refugee Council
02.2010 - 12.2011
Secondary School English Language Teacher
Ministry of Education
09.1995 - 12.2005
Master of Arts - Development Studies
Uganda Martyrs University
Bachelor of Arts - English Language Teaching(ELT)/Literature
Makerere University
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