Mercy Karanja
@mercykaranja
Experienced teacher and counseling psychologist improving student outcomes through counseling and engaging instruction.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced teacher and counseling psychologist with over 10 years of classroom and guidance work, skilled in Kiswahili and History instruction across multiple secondary schools. I blend pedagogical practice with counseling techniques—using CBT, assessments like PHQ-9, and life-skills programming—to support student learning and mental well-being.
My work includes curriculum modification, lesson planning, assessment design, class leadership, and coordinating extracurricular activities such as scouts and cultural events. I have also served as a trained Kiswahili examiner for the Kenya National Examination Council and led initiatives that raised student performance and participation.
I am committed to continuous improvement (Kaizen) in education, mentorship, and student empowerment, and I seek roles where I can drive instructional quality, pastoral care, and program innovation in school or education-program settings.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Kiswahili and History Teacher
Lavington Girls Secondary School
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 9 months)
Deliver Kiswahili and History curriculum, implement schemes of work, and provide targeted support that improved student participation and academic performance; maintain records and coordinate weekly class reviews.
Trained Examiner - Kiswahili Paper I
Kenya National Examination Council
Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 9 months)
Coordinate marking of dummy and actual Kiswahili scripts using conveyor belt system, crosscheck marked scripts, and record marks to ensure assessment quality and consistency.
Kiswahili and History Teacher
Parklands Arya Girls High School
Sep 2017 - Dec 2022 (5 years 3 months)
Taught Kiswahili and History across all forms, created class records and learning objectives, and coordinated guidance and counseling activities to support student welfare and academic progress.
Kiswahili and History Teacher
Mount Laverna Girls
Oct 2012 - Dec 2017 (5 years 2 months)
Modified Kiswahili and History curriculum for comprehension and retention, delivered lessons using instructional technologies, and provided one-on-one support that raised academic achievement for low performers.
Teacher Trainee
Gathiru-Ini Secondary School
May 2012 - Jul 2012 (2 months)
Taught Kiswahili and History to Forms 1 and 2 and assisted in preparing students for music and poetry festivals during a supervised teaching practicum.
Class Teacher
Sigona St. Lukes Secondary
May 2011 - Aug 2011 (3 months)
Managed class records, tracked attendance and progress, enforced behavioral standards, and provided targeted academic support to improve student outcomes.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Kenyatta University
Master of Public Policy and Administration, Public Policy and Administration
2021 -
Enrolled in Master of Public Policy and Administration to develop skills in education policy and program management.
University of Nairobi
Master of Counseling Psychology, Counseling Psychology
2018 - 2022
Activities and societies: Guidance and counseling training, practical counseling assessments
Pursued Masters of Counseling Psychology with emphasis on guidance, counseling interventions, and student mental health support.
Alliance Française
Diplôme d'études en langue française, French Language
2013 - 2015
Activities and societies: French language studies
Completed Diplôme d'études en langue française to develop French language proficiency.
Kenyatta University
Bachelor of Education (Arts), Education
2009 - 2012
Activities and societies: Class teacher duties, curriculum development, subject leadership
Completed Bachelor of Education (Arts) focusing on Kiswahili and History and prepared for a teaching career in secondary schools.
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