Mourine Adhiambo
Stoke-on-Trent,Kenya
Summary
Dedicated and experienced Social Studies and History educator with over five years of classroom teaching experience at junior high and secondary school levels. Experienced in teaching History, Social Studies, Religious Studies, and citizenship-related topics, with strong expertise in curriculum planning, lesson development, assessment design, and learner-centred teaching approaches. I hold a First Class Honours Bachelor of Education (Arts) degree in History and Religious Studies, complemented by Master's degrees in Philosophy and One Health and Emergency Research Ethics. My interdisciplinary academic background enables me to bring rich global perspectives into Social Studies education, connecting historical events, societies, ethics, environmental challenges, and contemporary global issues. Passionate about technology-enabled education, student engagement, and creating inclusive learning environments that support diverse learners. Experienced in developing learning materials, evaluating student progress, and communicating effectively with students and educational stakeholders.
Skilled history teacher with experience designing and implementing engaging and interactive lesson plans, facilitating discussions and providing individualised support to students. Utilises strong communication skills to build positive relationships with students and colleagues. Committed to promoting student achievement and growth.
Overview
2
2
Languages
10
10
years of post-secondary education
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Social Studies and History Teacher
Muguga Model School
Nairobi, Kenya
2020.01 - Current
- Plan and deliver engaging social studies and history lessons aligned with curriculum objectives.
- Teach learners about history, geography, citizenship, governance, communities, cultures, and social development.
- Develop lesson plans, classroom activities, assessments, examinations, and learning resources.
- Use learner-centred teaching strategies to support students with diverse learning needs.
- Assess student understanding through continuous assessments, projects, examinations, and feedback.
- Provide constructive feedback to improve learner achievement.
- Create interactive classroom discussions encouraging critical thinking, inquiry, and global awareness.
- Integrate current affairs, ethical issues, environmental challenges, and social developments into classroom learning.
- Maintain organised learning materials and records.
- Collaborate with colleagues to improve curriculum delivery and student outcomes.
- Relevant teaching experience:
- Junior High School Social Studies (Grades 7–9)
- History education
- Citizenship education
- Society and culture studies
- Ethics and values education
- Designed assessments to track student progress throughout the academic year.
- Conducted educational field trips, enriching the learning environment.
- Implemented interactive activities for effective learning experience.
- Developed curriculum for improved historical understanding.
- Adapted teaching style to suit various levels of learners' abilities,.
- Utilised technology in classroom to support diverse learning needs.
- Participated in school events, fostering community spirit among pupils and staff members alike.
- Maintained accurate records of pupil progress, facilitating parent-teacher communication,.
- Led after-school tutoring sessions to improve student performance.
- Attended professional development workshops, improving instructional techniques and strategies.
- Introduced new learning materials, enhancing students' engagement.
- Improved student participation with innovative teaching methods.
- Helped struggling students by providing one-on-one instruction,.
- Tailored lessons to cater to different learning styles.
- Fostered a love for history by creating engaging lesson plans.
Co-Lecturer
University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Nairobi
2023.02 - 2025.11
- Support undergraduate teaching and academic discussions.
- Facilitate critical thinking and analytical discussions.
- Develop academic learning materials.
- Guide students in research and ethical reasoning.
- Support assessment and evaluation activities.
- Mentored students during their final year project, ensured successful completion.
- Reviewed and revised curriculum regularly, maintained course relevance in an evolving society.
- Contributed to departmental meetings and committees for strategic decision-making.
- Provided feedback on student work, improved academic performance.
Education
Bachelor of Education (Arts) - History and Religious Studies
University of Nairobi
2015.09 - 2019.12
Master of Arts - Philosophy
University of Nairobi
Nairobi 2020.09 - 2023.12
Master of Science - One Health and Emergency Research Ethics
University of Nairobi
nairobi 2023.09 - 2025.09
Skills
- Experience adapting lessons for diverse learners
- Familiarity with technology-supported teaching approaches
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Experience developing digital learning materials and presentations
- Ability to manage online communication with learners
- Comfortable delivering interactive lessons using online platforms
- Strong ability to create engaging multimedia learning resources
- Social Studies Areas
- World History
- African History
- Governance and citizenship
- Civil societies and communities
- Culture and identity
- Human-environment interactions
- Global challenges
- Ethics and social responsibility
- Additional Academic Strengths
- Critical thinking and debate
- Research skills
- Environmental issues
- Global health challenges
- Climate change and society
- Social Studies curriculum delivery
- Junior high teaching (Grades 6–9 equivalent)
- Lesson planning and resource development
- Assessment design and feedback
- Online and technology-supported learning
- Classroom management
- Student engagement strategies
- Critical thinking development
- Communication and collaboration
- Research and analytical skills
- Cross-cultural understanding
- Knowledge of british history
- Pedagogical knowledge
- Knowledge of world history
- Advanced historiography
- Classroom presentation
- Interactive learning techniques
- Online education platforms
- Ancient history expertise
- Teaching diverse learners
- Grading and evaluation
- Controversial topics handling
- Group work facilitation
- Interdisciplinary approach
- Administering standardised tests
- Educational software usage
- Knowledge integration
- Child safety regulations compliance
Languages
English
Kiswahili
REFEREES
- Joseph, Nguta, Senior Lecturer, joseph.nguta@uonbi.ac.ke, University of Nairobi
- Gregory, Hitzhusen, Associate Professor, hitzhusen.3@osu.edu, Ohio State University
INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC PRESENTATIONS
- Oxford Global Health and Bioethics International Conference (2026)
- Presented: “From Principles to Partnership: Rethinking Bioethics in Climate-Related Zoonotic Outbreaks.”
- Bioethics Society Conference
- Presented: “One Health and COVID-19.”
- Global One Health Initiative Symposium (2023)
- Participant
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
- Master's Researcher – University of Nairobi
- Ethics of Climate Change-Related Salmonellosis Outbreak Investigation among the Maasai Community in Kenya
- Conducted qualitative research examining health challenges affecting vulnerable communities.
- Engaged community stakeholders through interviews and discussions.
- Analysed issues of culture, society, ethics, and public decision-making.
- Developed strong communication and research skills.
PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Passionate about transforming education through innovative teaching.
- Skilled at creating inclusive and supportive learning environments.
- Strong commitment to student success and personal growth.
- Able to connect classroom learning with real-world issues.
- Experienced working with learners from diverse backgrounds.
Timeline
Master of Science - One Health and Emergency Research Ethics
University of Nairobi
2023.09 - 2025.09
Co-Lecturer
University of Nairobi
2023.02 - 2025.11
Master of Arts - Philosophy
University of Nairobi
2020.09 - 2023.12
Social Studies and History Teacher
Muguga Model School
2020.01 - Current
Bachelor of Education (Arts) - History and Religious Studies
University of Nairobi
2015.09 - 2019.12