Suzan Apai
Teacher Of English Language And Literature In English
KAMPALA
Summary
A highly accountable and skillful teacher who loves interacting with people of different backgrounds and race. Over the past years, I have taught learners personal leadership, problem solving skills, teamwork and communication skills through debates, speech and poetry activities. I have engaged parents and the administrators in conversations to help meet individual learner needs without compromising the reputation and competences of the school. Successful at classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. I have handled multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy, managed resources and submitted reports within the time frame.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Class Teacher/ Teacher of English Language
The Amazima School-Primary
JINJA
09.2021 - Current
- Fostering student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities.
- Establishing open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Conducting supervision of examinations in different classes.
- Guiding support teachers, organizing debates, poetry and speech writing events in school.
- Keping classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Teaching subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
- Using tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Assessing student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Manage classroom resources to avoid wastage.
- Write monthly reports about the different activities that happen in my class.
Speech Genre- Manager, NSAC223 Project
National Debate Council-Uganda
KAMPALA
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Onboarded participants with trainings and guidance on how to write speeches.
- Engage 80 students from different schools to take part in TAAC. (Transparency, Accountability and Anti- Corruption) giving them the desired skills, objectives and direction of the challenge.
- Work as the customer service person connecting National Debate Council and participants.
- Work with Anti-Corruption Agencies, Chief Sales Officers personnel from GIZ technical support to craft sub-themes and topics for participants.
- In collaboration with Anti- Corruption Agencies organize digital trainings for participants
- Digitally brief the students on the background, importance and their role in the promotion of Transparency, Accountability and Anti-Corruption.
Teacher of English Language and Literature
Harvest International School
KAMPALA
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Gained strong leadership skills leading clubs like the writers club, debate and speech club.
- Completed paperwork like monthly reports, schemes, lesson, plans and end of term reports.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations in and outside the classroom.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative teaching methods.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Teacher on School Practice
Naalya Senior Secondary School-Lugazi.
Lugazi
05.2018 - 07.2018
- Teach Literature in English, English language and General paper.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Educate Mentor
Educate! Uganda
KAMPALA
01.2017 - 04.2018
- Mentored senior five students for a full year, teaching them Leadership and Entrepreneurship.
- Taught students social Entrepreneurship, team work, cooperative leadership, problem solving, market research, project management and customer service and making sales for their Back home projects.
Education
Bachelor of Arts With Education - English Language And Literature in English
Kyambogo University
Uganda 08.2016 - 12.2019
A'level/ High School Certificate - Literature,ICT, History, GP And Divinity
NYENGA SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL
UGANDA 01.2014 - 12.2015
No Degree - O'LEVEL
SEETA SECONDARY SCHOOL
UGANDA 04.2001 -
Skills
Differentiated instruction
undefinedAccomplishments
- Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational and social development.
- Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths and weaknesses.
- Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classroom, developed study guides to help learners grow their love for reading.
- Lesson Implementation - Met all assigned learning goals through the implementation of differentiated instruction and integration of technology.
REFERENCES
1. Ms. Justine Nakiganda Hope
Head of English Language,
The Amazima School- Primary.
Phone: +256777543664.
2. Ms. Clare Owembabazi
Head of Department English and Literature -Horizon International School
Email: owembabaziclare344@gmail.com
Phone: +256784386104
Mr. Gasta Kakaire
Co-founder and Executive Director, National Debate Council Uganda
Email: gasta.ndcug@gmail.com
Phone: +256772882865
Timeline
Speech Genre- Manager, NSAC223 Project
National Debate Council-Uganda
12.2022 - 03.2023
Class Teacher/ Teacher of English Language
The Amazima School-Primary
09.2021 - Current
Teacher of English Language and Literature
Harvest International School
08.2019 - 08.2021
Teacher on School Practice
Naalya Senior Secondary School-Lugazi.
05.2018 - 07.2018
Educate Mentor
Educate! Uganda
01.2017 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Arts With Education - English Language And Literature in English
Kyambogo University
08.2016 - 12.2019
A'level/ High School Certificate - Literature,ICT, History, GP And Divinity
NYENGA SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL
01.2014 - 12.2015
No Degree - O'LEVEL
SEETA SECONDARY SCHOOL
04.2001 -
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