Denis Wachiuri Mwangi
Teacher
Canterbury,Kent
Summary
Enthusiastic educator demonstrating strengths in critical thinking and project-based learning. Engages students through practical applications of physics, fostering problem-solving skills essential for their future success. Eager to contribute to a dynamic educational environment that prioritises student development and academic excellence. Passionate educator skilled in identifying and arranging help for students experiencing pastoral difficulties. Familiar with setting homework based on students' abilities and wider work load. Promotes high standards of behaviour by encouraging positive, proactive approach to study and building positive relationships with students.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
56
56
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teacher of Physics in Secondary School
Bishop Justus Church Of England
Bromley, Kent
2025.09 - 2026.02
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills through challenging physics problems and projects.
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, aligning them with national curriculum standards for physics education.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-curricular themes, enriching students' educational experience by connecting physics with other disciplines.
- Implemented formative and summative assessment strategies to monitor student progress and inform future teaching practices.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively, creating a positive and conducive learning environment that promotes respect and curiosity.
- Adapted lesson plans and instructional materials to meet the needs of students with special educational requirements, ensuring inclusive education practices.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning activities, preparing students for higher education and careers in science.
Teacher of Physics in Secondary School
Teacher Service Commission
Nairobi, Nairobi
2025.01 - 2025.09
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills through challenging physics problems and projects.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to continuously improve teaching practice and subject knowledge.
- Set clear objectives for students and guided learning process towards achieving curriculum goals.
- Planned curriculum in cooperation with administration to meet individual needs, interests and capabilities.
- Managed pupil behaviour through appropriate discipline and positive reinforcement.
- Utilised a variety of teaching methods, including demonstrations, experiments, and discussions, to facilitate understanding.
- Demystified complex physics theories and principles to increase student engagement with practical science uses.
- Implemented innovative digital tools and resources to enhance learning outcomes in the physics classroom.
Education
Master of Science - PGCE
Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury 2025 - Current
GCSEs - Kenya Certificate Of Secondary Education
Ikawa Secondary School
Nairobi 2011 - 2014
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Project-based learning
- Classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Technology integration
- Collaborative teaching
- Educational standards
- Behaviour management
- Positive attitude
- Subject knowledge
- Teaching resource creation
- Physics curriculum development
Student mentoring
Parent-teacher communication
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Work Availability
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Timeline
Teacher of Physics in Secondary School
Bishop Justus Church Of England
2025.09 - 2026.02
Teacher of Physics in Secondary School
Teacher Service Commission
2025.01 - 2025.09
Master of Science - PGCE
Canterbury Christ Church University
2025 - Current
GCSEs - Kenya Certificate Of Secondary Education
Ikawa Secondary School
2011 - 2014