An educationist who is passionate about teaching English Language and preparing learners for success in further studies and global workplace. Experienced teacher and examiner in English Language skills with a proven ability to inspire learners and provide teaching through innovative approaches and design. A team player with great interpersonal skills and respect for foreign customs and culture and who is able to perform excellently under pressure with a clear focus and concentration
Hi, I’m
Dotrus Wilstic
Teacher Of English As Foreign Language
Nairobi,Nairobi
Summary
Overview
16
years of professional experience
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Hano AcademyMogadishu, Somalia
TESOL Teacher
10.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Taught English as a second language to adult learners aged16 - 60 years old.
- Prepared students for international English exams such as IELTS and Cambridge English (A1-C2)
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Examined students in four language functions including Speaking, Reading, writing and Listening
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Created monthly academic status reports based on in-depth student evaluations.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Kitengela Royal International SchoolKitengela, Kajiado County
English Teacher
03.2013 - 06.2016
Job overview
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Established appropriate deadlines and provided complete instructions for reading assignment and homework.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Served as languages department head (HOD) and attended meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Administered monthly language tests following the IGCSE syllabus to determine comprehension rates among students.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Adapted lesson plans and curricula to student interests, increasing GPAs and student engagement.
Mbale Shalom Girls High SchoolMbale, Vihiga
Secondary School English Teacher
03.2009 - 05.2011
Job overview
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of all students.
- Kept classroom organized, clean, and safe for all students and visitors.
- Established appropriate deadlines and provided complete instructions for reading assignment and homework.
- Planned coursework to introduce students to important literature.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
Education
EFL ITO (TEFL.Org)United Kingdom
TEFL Certificate (120- HOURS) from Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
05.2021 - 06.2021
University Overview
MMUSTKakamega, Kenya
Bachelor of Arts from English Language And Literature
09.2004 - 12.2008
University Overview
YALI- RLCKenyatta University, Nairobi
Young African Leadership Initiative from Leadership And Management
06.2018 - 07.2018
University Overview
UNSW Sydney
Professional Development Course from Foundations of University Learning And Teaching
University Overview
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION oF COLLEGES FOR TEACHER EDUCA
Professional Development Course from Using Data To Improve Student Outcomes
University Overview
UNSW SYDNEY
Professional Development Course from Introduction To Educational Design in Higher Educ.
University Overview
THE OPEN UNIVERSITY
Professional Development Course from An Introduction To Public Leadership
University Overview
UNIVERSITY oF LEEDS
Professional Development Course from Blended Learning Essentials
University Overview
THE BRITISH FILM INSTITUTE (BFI)
Professional Development Course from Teaching Literacy Through Film
University Overview
Skills
Test methods knowledge
Timeline
EFL ITO (TEFL.Org)
TEFL Certificate (120- HOURS) from Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
05.2021 - 06.2021
YALI- RLC
Young African Leadership Initiative from Leadership And Management
06.2018 - 07.2018
TESOL Teacher
Hano Academy
10.2016 - Current
English Teacher
Kitengela Royal International School
03.2013 - 06.2016
Secondary School English Teacher
Mbale Shalom Girls High School
03.2009 - 05.2011
MMUST
Bachelor of Arts from English Language And Literature
09.2004 - 12.2008
UNSW Sydney
Professional Development Course from Foundations of University Learning And Teaching
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION oF COLLEGES FOR TEACHER EDUCA
Professional Development Course from Using Data To Improve Student Outcomes
UNSW SYDNEY
Professional Development Course from Introduction To Educational Design in Higher Educ.
THE OPEN UNIVERSITY
Professional Development Course from An Introduction To Public Leadership
UNIVERSITY oF LEEDS
Professional Development Course from Blended Learning Essentials
THE BRITISH FILM INSTITUTE (BFI)
Professional Development Course from Teaching Literacy Through Film
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