Amara Kipchoge
amara.kipchoge@email.com | +254 712 845 923 | Nairobi, Kenya | linkedin.com/in/amarakipchoge

WORK EXPERIENCE

English Teacher
Nairobi International Academy, Nairobi, Kenya
August 2019 - Present

- Design and deliver comprehensive English curriculum for 120+ students across grades 9-12, incorporating literature analysis, composition, and critical thinking skills
- Develop differentiated instructional strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities, resulting in 15% improvement in standardized test scores
- Implement project-based learning initiatives that enhance student engagement and foster collaborative learning environments
- Mentor and support new teachers in curriculum implementation and classroom management techniques
- Coordinate with department colleagues to align curriculum standards with state and district requirements

ESL Instructor
Kenya Language Institute, Nairobi, Kenya
June 2016 - July 2019

- Taught English as a Second Language to adult learners from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds in classes of 15-25 students
- Created customized lesson plans addressing reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills for beginner through advanced levels
- Assessed student progress through formal and informal evaluations, adapting instruction to meet individual learning needs
- Collaborated with community organizations to provide additional support resources for ESL students
- Facilitated conversation clubs and cultural exchange activities to promote language acquisition and cultural integration

English Tutor
Nairobi Education Services, Nairobi, Kenya
September 2014 - May 2016

- Provided one-on-one and small group tutoring services to high school and college students in writing, grammar, and literature
- Assisted students with essay composition, research papers, and college application essays using APA and MLA formatting guidelines
- Developed personalized study plans to address specific academic challenges and learning goals
- Prepared students for standardized tests including SAT, ACT, and TOEFL examinations

EDUCATION

Master of Arts in Education, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
University of Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
Graduated: May 2016

Bachelor of Arts in English Literature
Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya
Graduated: May 2014

CERTIFICATIONS

State Teaching License - English Language Arts (Grades 6-12)
TESOL Certification

SKILLS

Curriculum Development | English as a Second Language (ESL) | Instructional Design | Differentiated Instruction | Assessment and Evaluation | Classroom Management | APA Style | Teacher Training and Mentorship | Educational Technology | Literacy Development | Grammar and Composition | Literature Analysis

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

- Attended annual state English Teachers Association conference (2020-2024)
- Completed professional development workshops on inclusive teaching practices and technology integration
- Participated in district-wide curriculum development committees