ELIJAH AMUSHINDA SALEH (WALDEGAARD) DIRECTOR OF STUDIES & ENGLISH LANGUAGE/LITERATURE
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dedicated and results-driven Educator with over 10 years of experience in teaching, school leadership, and curriculum development. Skilled in classroom management, teacher mentoring, and academic performance improvement. Adept at using ICT tools to enhance learning outcomes and committed to creating an inclusive, engaging, and supportive learning environment.
Experienced and results-driven English and Literature teacher with a strong background in Cambridge International, Pearson Edexcel, and IGCSE curricula. I specialize in teaching students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, delivering engaging, student-centred online lessons that build confidence, accuracy, and critical thinking skills.
I have proven expertise in English Language (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) and English Literature, including text analysis, essay writing, exam techniques, and coursework support. My teaching approach combines clear explanations, structured lesson planning, and exam-focused strategies aligned with international assessment criteria.
As an online educator, I am highly skilled in using digital teaching tools, interactive resources, and virtual classrooms to create effective and motivating learning environments. I adapt lessons to suit individual learning styles, support EAL/ESL learners, and consistently help students achieve academic improvement and exam success.
Professional, reliable, and student-focused, I work closely with parents and learners to set goals, track progress, and ensure measurable outcomes. I am committed to high academic standards, clear communication, and delivering quality international education in a flexible online setting.

Subjects

  • English IGCSE

  • English (Grammar & Linguistics) Grade 1-Diploma

  • English & Literature Grade 1-Diploma

  • IGCSE - STEM subjects

  • English (Conversation & Writing) Grade 1-Diploma

Experience

  • Lead Teacher (Aug, 2025–Present) at KAAH International High School
    • Maintain classroom discipline and a safe learning environment.
    • Encourage critical thinking and effective communication skills.
    • Support learners with different abilities and learning needs.
    • Mark students’ work and provide clear, constructive feedback.
    • Prepare students for Cambridge assessments and examinations.
    • Train students in narrative, descriptive, and transactional writing.
    • Teach grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension skills.
    • Prepare lesson plans, schemes of work, and learning materials.
    • Deliver the Cambridge IGCSE English syllabus effectively.
    • Teach reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.
    • Act as a link between teachers and school administration.
    • Promote discipline and a positive school culture.
    • Monitor students’ academic progress and implement improvement strategies.
    • Organize and facilitate staff meetings, trainings, and workshops.
    • Ensure teaching and learning meet international education standards.
    • Observe lessons and provide constructive feedback for professional growth.
    • Support and mentor teachers, especially new staff, to improve teaching quality.
    • Plan and coordinate the curriculum across classes in line with Cambridge IGCSE standards.
  • TEACHER; ENGLISH LINGUISTICS & LITERATURE (Jan, 2023–Present) at Rays Modern Academy
    Teaching English & ICT. The IGCSE and LRN Curriculum. Directed students on the best approach for the curriculum and enhancing mastery of content through creative work,writing skills, text analysis and speaking skills. Helping students develop analytical skills, critical thinking and proper decision making while tuckling class assesments and examination. Working closely with the academic department and administration to create a reading culture in the school.
  • ENGLISH EXAMINER, THE PRINCIPAL, TEACHER OF ENGLISH AND LITERATURE (Jan, 2021–Dec, 2022) at Friends school Dandora
    General school management; Development of Curriculum,Finance Officer, Ensuring existence of a working school routine. Linking the school to the Kenya National Examination Council, Supervising Workers to ensure an improvement in Academic standards, Appraisal of workers, organising B.O.M meeting and sending notifications to all board member on time.Building a good rapport with parents and all school staff. Enrollment/Registration of students for National Examination, managing National Examination (Centre Manager)
  • Director of Studies (Jan, 2020–Dec, 2022) at RANEN ADVENTIST SECONDARY SCHOOL, MIGORI
    Duties :

    DIRECTOR OF STUDIES
    CHAIR EXAMINATION
    TEACHER OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE
    ICT TUTOR
    Class Teacher Form Two (The year 2020)
    Class Teacher Form Three (The year 2021)
    Class Teacher Form Four (The year 2022)
    Deputy Boarding Master (The Year 2020-2021)
    H.O.D Library
    PATRON: DRAMA
    Patron Scouts
    Patron "The Destined Singers"
    Patron Journalism Club
    NB: I co-ordinate all Academics and advice the Administration through the Academics Chair (Deputy Principal) and the Principal accordingly
  • Director of Studies (Mar, 2018–Feb, 2020) at Good shepherd international school, Nairobi
    DEPUTY PRINCIPAL
    H.O.D ACADEMICS
  • Tutor (Mar, 2017–Present) at JORDAN SPRINGS COMPUTER COLLEGE
    Computer Packages training Level 1 & 2
    Software installation
    Printing
    Photocopying
    Scanning
    Lamination
    Graphics and design
  • Principal (Apr, 2012–Dec, 2015) at JAMII EDUCATION CENTRE, NAIROBI
    H.O.D LANGUAGES

Education

  • BACHELOR OF EDUCATION ARTS; ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE (Jul, 2014–Sep, 2018) from THE UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI,KENYA–scored 2ND UPPER
  • P1 (Mar, 2011–Sep, 2013) from Mossorriot Teachers College–scored Credit
  • KCSE (Jan, 2005–Nov, 2008) from St. John's Khaimba Secondary School
  • KCPE (May, 1998–Nov, 2004) from Emukhalari Primary School

Fee details

    KSh1,000–2,500/hour (US$7.73–19.32/hour)

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