Wambaa Joseph
@wambaajoseph
Experienced music teacher specializing in classroom and applied instruction across multiple instruments.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a highly motivated music educator with over 10 years of experience teaching music theory, choral work, and applied instruments across primary and junior school levels. I design lesson plans and individualized instruction for diverse learners, preparing students for graded exams and national festivals.
Throughout my career I have developed curricula, orchestrated and arranged repertoire, and led ensembles including orchestras, bands and choirs. My students and ensembles have achieved top positions at Kenya Music Festivals and I routinely plan concerts, camps, and department activities while managing budgets and reports.
I bring strong organizational skills, professionalism, and a passion for mentorship, combined with practical proficiency in Sibelius, MuseScore Studio, NoteWorthy Composer and Office 365. I seek to contribute to schools or music programs that value high standards, student growth and disciplined ensemble performance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Music Teacher
Mt. Olives Adventist School
Jun 2022 - Present (3 years 5 months)
Teach music theory and applied music (woodwinds, brass, piano, strings, choir) for Grades 1–9, orchestrated/arranged repertoire and led students to multiple national wins at Kenya Music Festivals; manage music events, departmental budgets and reports.
Music Instructor & Curriculum Developer
Sauti Africa Music School
Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 10 months)
Assistant curriculum developer and classroom instructor delivering music theory and applied music, planned concerts and supported school marketing to grow enrollment and program visibility.
Music Teacher
Precious Blood Secondary School
Jan 2020 - Mar 2020 (2 months)
Provided classroom and applied music instruction during teaching practice and assisted in planning school music events to enhance student participation.
Music Teacher
Damacrest Schools
Apr 2019 - Oct 2019 (6 months)
Taught music theory and applied music under Sauti Africa Music School partnership, delivering lessons and preparing students for performances.
Music Teacher
Fantasia Music School
Jan 2016 - Dec 2018 (2 years 11 months)
Developed curricula and taught music theory and applied music, organized concerts and music camps, orchestrated arrangements and assisted school marketing to increase program participation.
Music Instructor
Moi Educational Centre
May 2018 - Nov 2018 (6 months)
Delivered classroom and applied music lessons and planned concerts to develop student musical skills and performance readiness.
Music Teacher
Baraton Community Music School
Jan 2015 - Aug 2017 (2 years 7 months)
Taught music theory and applied music, prepared learners for exams and recitals, and planned concerts and recitals to develop student performance outcomes.
UBMusic Department Assistant
University of Eastern Africa, Baraton
Jan 2013 - Aug 2017 (4 years 7 months)
Served as member and assistant trainer for UEAB chorale, band and orchestra, supporting rehearsals, performances and student musical development.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UBUniversity of Eastern Africa, Baraton
Bachelor of Music in Music Education, Music Education
2013 - 2013
Activities and societies: Member and assistant trainer of UEAB Chorale; member of UEAB Band and UEAB Orchestra; member and assistant trainer of Baraton University Church Choir.
Completed a Bachelor of Music in Music Education at the University of Eastern Africa, Baraton in 2013.
Arknet Computer College
Computer Packages Certification, Computer Applications
2010 - 2010
Activities and societies: Training in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher).
Completed computer packages training covering MS Office applications including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook and Publisher.
Gichuru Memorial High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, General Secondary Education
2005 - 2008
Activities and societies: Form 1–4 studies (equivalent to Grade 9–12).
Attended secondary school and obtained the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) from 2005 to 2008.
Gikambura Primary School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Primary Education
1997 - 2004
Activities and societies: Class 1–8 studies (equivalent to Grade 1–8).
Completed primary education and obtained the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) between 1997 and 2004.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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