Shiela Doreen Kugonza
Kampala
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Acorns International School, adept at fostering teamwork and critical thinking. Skilled in G-Suite and data entry, I successfully implemented engaging lesson plans that enhanced student participation and achieved target exam results. A self-motivated professional committed to continuous improvement and effective communication.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher IBPYP
Acorns International School
Kampala
08.2019 - Current
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
- Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
- Directed after-school tutoring and mentoring program serving elementary school students.
Teacher in a Primary School
Horizon International School
Jinja
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Implemented and encouraged debate-style classroom environment to increase student engagement and promote critical thinking.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized plans as part of an integrated classroom.
- Instructed students in core educational principles concepts and in-depth subject matter.
- Identified clear learning objectives and specified teaching methods.
- Completed assessment cycles to facilitate development of individualised learning programmes.
- Enforced good manners through appropriate discipline and behaviour management.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
Secondary School as Head of Department Geography
Mpoma Schools
Mukono
02.2009 - 07.2018
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines to promote a safe working environment.
- Training with global peace foundation in concern with involving 21st century skills in our current education system under the program of character creativity initiative (CCI).
- Planned and supervised educational excursions for enhanced student engagement.
- Transformed complex concepts into understandable, useful information for improved subject comprehension.
- Modified educational courses to account for exam and curricula changes.
- Used varied resources and technologies to maximise student engagement and understanding.
- Set academic targets for students, communicating constructive feedback to address obstacles to learning.
- Achieved target exam results for department attainment.
School Library Assistant
Mpoma Sattelite campus
Mukono
04.2009 - 11.2011
- Safeguarded library book and periodical inventory.
- Kept detailed records of lending transactions and library users.
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
- Maintained circulation desk for lending periodicals and books to patrons.
- Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
Administrative assistant for the school
Mpoma School
Mukono
03.2009 - 11.2011
- Built and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Served customers and followed outlined steps of service.
- Identified issues, analyzed information, and provided solutions to problems.
- Stayed current on applicable codes and guidelines to maintain compliant programme operations.
- Analysed programme trends to identify areas of improvement and recommended corrective actions.
- Welcomed guests and clients in upbeat and friendly manner.
- Promoted welcoming environment while managing receptionist area and fielding requests for information.
- Maintained office files in both electronic and hard copies.
- Improved office efficiency by managing client correspondence, record tracking and data communications.
- Wrote reports and correspondence from dictation and handwritten notes.
- Maintained detailed administration and office procedures to improve accuracy and efficiency.
- Scheduled meetings and client appointments for the team.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education in Geography and Religious studies as well as psychology
Kyambogo University
Kampala01.2010
A-Levels - Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education
Merryland High School
Entebbe01.2004
Uganda Certificate of Education -
Merryland High school
Entebbe01.2002
Primary Leaving Certificate -
ST Theresa Kisubi Girls Primary School
Entebbe01.1998
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- G-Suite
- Self-Motivated
- Teambuilding
- Decision-Making
- MS Office
- Data Entry
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Dependable and Responsible
- Written Communication
- Planning and Coordination
- Organization and Time Management
Accomplishments
- Geography candidates achieved 93% (A to C) pass rate.
- Successfully introduced and trained staff in the use of Virtual Learning Environment.
- Implemented a new, interactive employee scheduling system to monitor, gauge, and project staffing needs.
- Advanced from just a regular teacher to PYP Lead Teacher quickly as result of hard work, team building spirit.
Training
- HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION - professional development program in Creating Cultures of Thinking.
- Certificate in Remote Learning 101 Remote Learning 101 Online Course By Ditch That Text Book.
- DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S INTERNATIONAL AWARD CERTIFICATE at Horizon International School.
- Professional Development course in Remote learning online course.
- Teacher training course conducted by ENJUBA in their literacy program endorsed by the Ministry of Education.
- Leadership training workshop with fellowships of Christian unions (focus Uganda).
- Fieldwork research on land use activities in relation to the physical environment and their effects.
- Industrial training and school practice with Mpoma School.
- Evaluating and assessment of national exams (UNEB).
- Patriotism training program sponsored by the office of the president.
- Training with global peace foundation in concern with involving 21st century skills in our current education system under the program of character creativity initiative (CCI).
References
- MR. OWORA DENNIS, Head Of Department, Acorns International School, Kampala, Kampala, +256776210371
- Mrs. Baguma Shallon, Head of Primary, Acorns International School, Kampala, Kampala, +256758202666
- Ms. Atukunda Eve, Head of Department Global Perspectives, Agha Khan International School, +256774306723
Languages
English, Proficient, C2
Timeline
Teacher IBPYP
Acorns International School
08.2019 - Current
Teacher in a Primary School
Horizon International School
08.2018 - 08.2019
School Library Assistant
Mpoma Sattelite campus
04.2009 - 11.2011
Administrative assistant for the school
Mpoma School
03.2009 - 11.2011
Secondary School as Head of Department Geography
Mpoma Schools
02.2009 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Education in Geography and Religious studies as well as psychology
Kyambogo University
A-Levels - Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education
Merryland High School
Uganda Certificate of Education -
Merryland High school
Primary Leaving Certificate -
ST Theresa Kisubi Girls Primary School
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