Elizabeth Agonya Abuga
Teacher
Ile de France
Summary
Dedicated Teacher passionate about nurturing language skills, developing scientific insight and fostering social engagement.
Highly motivated and eager to learn, with a strong willingness to acquire new skills and adapt to diverse workplace environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
33
33
years of post-secondary education
Work History
English Language Assistant
Academie De Paris
Paris, France
10.2023 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans that incorporated real-world examples, enhancing student understanding of various topics.
- Strengthened students' reading comprehension through guided discussions and targeted practice activities.
- Collaborated with school administrators on various initiatives aimed at promoting language learning across school community, including extracurricular programs and cultural events.
- Increased overall class participation with dynamic teaching strategies that encouraged open discussion and active engagement from all students.
- Supported diverse learners by implementing differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate varying learning styles and abilities.
- Enhanced collaboration among classmates by incorporating group projects and promoting teamwork within classroom setting.
- Established positive rapport with students, fostering a supportive environment conducive to academic success
- Incorporated current events into lesson plans to promote student engagement.
- Improved student writing skills by providing constructive feedback and tailored writing exercises
- Advised students and provided guidance on academic progress
- Assisted with student organization events to promote student engagement
- Assisted struggling students by offering additional tutoring sessions outside of regular class hours, leading to improved performance over time
- Cultural ambassador, sharing insights about my home country and fostering cultural exchange. This dual role not only allows me to impart language skills but also provides platform for mutual learning and understanding between myself and students
- Served as mentor for new English Language Assistants, providing guidance and support during their transition into the role.
Primary School Science Teacher
St. Vincent De Paul Primary School
Mosocho, Kenya
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Successfully managed classroom of 25 students, fostering supportive and inclusive environment.
- Developed and delivered engaging lesson plans in line with curriculum standards, utilizing interactive and hands-on activities to enhance learning.
- Assessed student progress through regular quizzes, assignments, and personalized feedback, leading to improvement in overall class performance.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
- Fostered love of learning within students by emphasizing curiosity, exploration, and discovery as key components of scientific inquiry
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior
- Collaborated with fellow educators to develop lesson plans, ensuring well-rounded education experience for students
- Established a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication and mutual respect among students
- Boosted student participation through implementation of interactive activities for various science topics
- Supported student comprehension of scientific principles through individualized instruction
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes
Contributing Writer
Magazine Reel Egerton University
Egerton University, Njoro
08.2014 - 12.2016
- Developed and edited content for college magazine, honing writing and editorial skills
- Focused on health topics relevant to students, including STIs, STDs, HIV, and cancer.
- Collaborated with a dedicated team to research and write informative articles.
- Contributed to informing and educating the college community on crucial health issues.
- Enhanced research and communication skills through this experience.
- Emphasized significance of health education within a community setting.
- Assisted fellow writers with proofreading tasks when needed, contributing to overall editorial quality control efforts.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
- Covered special events and breaking news with eye for detail and tenacious pursuit of important information.
- Enhanced reader engagement by producing well-researched and informative articles on various topics.
Laboratory Assistant
Regional Veterinary Investigation Laboratory
Nakuru, Kenya
05.2016 - 07.2016
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Actively participated in lab safety inspections, identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective actions promptly.
- Facilitated timely completion of experiments by maintaining a well-organized workspace and efficient workflow.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Handled hazardous materials responsibly following proper waste disposal procedures to minimize environmental impact.
- Reduced sample contamination risks through rigorous adherence to proper specimen handling techniques.
- Notable focus and proficiency in microbiology lab: Excelled in performing culture and sensitivity tests to identify microbes. Provided deeper understanding of microbiological processes within veterinary context.
- Pivotal part of academic journey: Applied theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
- Fostered passion for veterinary science.
Volunteer
Kenya Red Cross Society
Nakuru, Kenya
08.2013 - 06.2016
- Head of Community Service Department for Kenya Red Cross team at Egerton University.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning
- Organized various activities: Hospital and orphanage visits, charity walks, town clean-ups and blood donation drives.
- Acquired valuable first aid skills.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Raised awareness about environmental issues through educational workshops.
- Boosted donations to organization by strategizing and executing fundraising events.
- Volunteer experience was educative and fulfilling: Contributed to well-being of others and learned importance of community engagement and compassion.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Française Langue Etrangère et Culture
Institute Catholique De Paris
Paris, France 09.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - BEd Science (Biology & Chemistry)
Maseno University
Kisumu, Kenya 08.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences & Technology
Egerton University
Nakuru, Kenya 08.2013 - 12.2024
High School Diploma -
Asumbi Girls High School
Homabay, Kenya 01.2009 - 12.2024
Skills
Dynamic teaching Organizational SkillsTeam CollaborationTime management abilitiesSelf Motivation and AutonomyMultitaskingEducational researchStudent MotivationInteractive Learning and Discussion facilitation Teaching strategies Teaching strategiesLesson Planning
Affiliations
- Denshi Shisia
Founder, Magazine Reel
Egerton University
+254 708 010 163 - Nixon Onyango Omollo
Senior Technologist, Department of Zoology
Maseno University
+254 720 571 748
omolonixon@gmail.com - Benard N Onkundi
Deputy Head Teacher
St. Vincent De Paul Primary School
+254 720 122 037
nyabwanaben81@gmail.com - Dorothy Tonui
Ingénieur D'étude
Necker Hospital
+33 7 51 12 74 33
dorothy.tonui@inserm.fr - Audrey Briant
Enseignante
CLG Raymond Queneau
+33 6 65 56 55 18
Audrey.Briant@ac.paris.fr
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Swahili
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Upper intermediate (B2)
Spanish
Beginner (A1)
Interests
Reading & Writing
Traveling & Photography
Hiking
Music & Cinema
Language learning
Social activities
Art & Craft
Timeline
English Language Assistant
Academie De Paris
10.2023 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Française Langue Etrangère et Culture
Institute Catholique De Paris
09.2023 - Current
Primary School Science Teacher
St. Vincent De Paul Primary School
04.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - BEd Science (Biology & Chemistry)
Maseno University
08.2019 - Current
Laboratory Assistant
Regional Veterinary Investigation Laboratory
05.2016 - 07.2016
Contributing Writer
Magazine Reel Egerton University
08.2014 - 12.2016
Volunteer
Kenya Red Cross Society
08.2013 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences & Technology
Egerton University
08.2013 - 12.2024
High School Diploma -
Asumbi Girls High School
01.2009 - 12.2024