Stephen Kariuki, General Science/Biology Teacher

Stephen Kariuki

General Science/Biology Teacher

International Academic School

Location
United Arab Emirates - Dubai
Education
Bachelor's degree, Biochemistry
Experience
26 years, 0 Months

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Total years of experience :26 years, 0 Months

General Science/Biology Teacher at International Academic School
  • United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
  • My current job since April 2018

Responsibilities

 Create daily lesson plans and hands-on activities for students based on national, international, and school standards in Science education.
 Deliver high-quality, engaging instruction in the form of discussions, demonstrations, and independent practice from Grades 4 to 12.
 Differentiate lessons to give all students access to the learning materials regardless of disability, instructional level, English proficiency, or level of interest in the subject.
 Evaluate students’ performance on tasks established by the standards using different methods such as observation, performance-based tasks, or other standard test practices.
Assist in preparing materials and solutions for practical lessons.
 Coordinate and guide students in co-curricular activities.

Coordinator & Science HOD at Crescent English High School Dubai
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • January 2015 to March 2018

 Delivered high-quality, engaging instruction in the form of discussions, demonstrations, and independent practice from Grades 5 to 12.
 Advised teaching staff on planning, assessment, and use of resources.
 Coordinated middle school activities and ran the Science department.
 Collaborated with team members to ensure consistency and teamwork.
 Led and guided students in sports and environmental conservation activities.
 Communicated and connected with students and parents, both directly and indirectly, to provide an optimal learning experience.

Homeroom Teacher & Science HOD at St. Austin's Academy Nairobi
  • Kenya - Nairobi
  • January 2004 to December 2014

 Taught Science/Biology up to Grade 9 and Maths up to Grade 7.
 Identified gaps and drafted schemes and policies to ensure broader curriculum coverage.
Guided teaching staff on planning, assessment, and use of resources.
 Ensured that all topics were covered in time to help the students prepare adequately for exams.
 Coached the U12 boys’ and girls’ teams for the National U12 tournaments.

Science & Maths HOD and Sports Teacher at Mvuke School Naivash
  • Kenya - Naivasha
  • January 1994 to August 1999

 Coordinated learning activities in the Science and Maths departments.
 Taught Science and Maths from Grades 4 to 8.
 Chaired departmental meetings and guided members on planning.
 Acted as the patron of the Scouts’, Environment & Wildlife Clubs, and coordinated tours and trips.
 Ran the Science, Maths, and Games departments effectively.

Education

Bachelor's degree, Biochemistry
  • at University Of Nairobi
  • December 2003

2nd Class Honors (Upper Division)

Bachelor's degree,
  • at University of Nairobi
  • July 1993

- Science

Specialties & Skills

Organizational Agility
Social Networking
Customer Service Skills
Team Coordination
MEETING FACILITATION
PROGRESS
ACADEMIC
INSTRUCTION
MATERIALS MANAGEMENT
MICROSOFT ACCESS
QUALITY
TEACHING
TEAMWORK

Languages

English
Expert

Memberships

Teachers' Service Commission
  • Registered Teacher
  • April 2017

Training and Certifications

First Aid (Certificate)
Date Attended:
April 2004
Safeguarding Young People (Certificate)
Date Attended:
March 2020
Environmental conservation (Certificate)
Date Attended:
November 1997
ADEK approval (Certificate)
Date Attended:
February 2021
KHDA approval (Certificate)
Date Attended:
February 2016

Hobbies

  • Co-curricular activities Volunteer/charity/community work Reading  Scouting  Sports  Higher e
    • Got an Outstanding Classroom Performance Award from the principal at Crescent School. • Provides mentorship to over 100 students. • Trained and coached the U12 boys’ soccer team. • Organized St. Austin’s Academy's, first-ever Science Fair. • Guided and led the scouts’ troop at St. Austin’s Academy. • Lead and supervised a team of over 20 Science teachers.