auma ayika
@aumaayika
Kiswahili educator and department leader, improving learner achievement through inquiry-based teaching and technology-enhanced learning.
What I'm looking for
I’m a dedicated, results-driven Kiswahili educator with over three years of teaching experience across international curricula (IGCSE). I create student-centred, inquiry-based learning that empowers learners to think critically and communicate confidently, while strengthening curriculum delivery through structured assessment and improvement strategies.
As Head of Department—Languages and Head of Department—Kiswahili at St Nicholas Senior School, I provide strategic leadership for schemes of work, assessments, and lesson observations, while mentoring teaching staff to raise academic excellence. I also integrate digital tools and educational technology (Microsoft and Google Classroom platforms) to enhance learning and assessment, and I’ve supported co-curricular impact through debates, drama, language events, and published creative writing.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head of Department - Languages
St Nicholas Senior School
Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Provided strategic leadership for the Languages Department, overseeing curriculum planning, schemes of work, and assessments. Conducted lesson observations, mentored teaching staff, and supported inclusive learning and academic excellence.
Head of Department - Kiswahili
St Nicholas Senior School
Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Coordinated Kiswahili teaching, assessment, and examination preparation. Monitored syllabus coverage and student performance while mentoring new and student teachers and organizing co-curricular language activities.
Class Teacher (Year 7)
St Nicholas Senior School
Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Ensured learner wellbeing by tracking homework and providing academic support for Year 7. Liaised with parents and maintained learning records and classroom documentation.
Kiswahili, GP & Religious Teacher
St Nicholas Senior School
Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Taught Kiswahili (Years 7–11), Religious Studies (Years 7–10), and Global Perspectives (Years 7, 8, 10). Developed inquiry-based schemes of work, integrated digital tools for learning and assessment, and mentored students academically and personally.
A-Level Exams Supervisor
St Nicholas Senior School
May 2025 - Jun 2025 (1 month)
Ensured compliance with international examination regulations and maintained integrity and order during examinations. Supported smooth administration of A-Level assessment processes.
Kiswahili & English Teacher
New Hope Academy
Jan 2023 - Mar 2025 (2 years 2 months)
Taught Kiswahili and English at primary level and led creative writing workshops. Supported drama and poetry clubs to improve learner engagement and expression.
Kiswahili & Religious Educator
St Mary’s Secondary School
Jan 2022 - Oct 2022 (9 months)
Improved Kiswahili performance through targeted exam preparation and structured learning support. Organized school debates and inter-class competitions and mentored students in public speaking and creative writing.
Kiswahili Teacher
Pedro Mixed Secondary School
Jan 2020 - Nov 2021 (1 year 10 months)
Delivered engaging Kiswahili lessons to Form 1 and Form 2 learners while mentoring students to improve composition performance. Integrated digital learning resources to enhance classroom learning.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Kenyatta University
Master of Arts, Kiswahili (Linguistics & Literature)
2022 -
Activities and societies: Specialisation in advanced Kiswahili linguistics and literature; research focus on language techniques used in social media platforms.
Pursuing a Master of Arts in Kiswahili with a focus on advanced Kiswahili linguistics and literature. Research examines language techniques used in social media platforms.
Kenyatta University
Bachelor of Education (Arts), Kiswahili
2017 - 2021
Grade: Second Class Honours (Upper Division – 65 Points)
Activities and societies: Strong training in curriculum implementation and assessment; graduated with distinction in teaching practicum.
Completed a Bachelor of Education (Arts) in Kiswahili, covering curriculum implementation, assessment, and teaching practice. Graduated with Second Class Honours (Upper Division) and distinction in teaching practicum.
Kisumu Girls’ High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), Secondary Education (KCSE)
2013 - 2016
Grade: B-
Activities and societies: Strong performance in Kiswahili, English, and Literature.
Completed Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with strong performance in Kiswahili, English, and Literature.
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