Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Paul Maingi

Baltimore
Paul  Maingi

Summary

An educational professional with comprehensive experience in leading middle school operations and driving academic success. Focused on fostering collaborative atmosphere and achieving measurable improvements in student performance. Known for exceptional organizational skills and ability to adapt to changing educational demands.

Overview

32
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Olkeri School

Elementary/middle School Principal.
04.2020 - 11.2024

Job overview

  • Provided professional development opportunities for staff members, promoting continuous growth and learning.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop engaging curriculum and lesson plans that aligned with state standards.
  • Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and constructive feedback, fostering continuous improvement in instructional practices.
  • Developed comprehensive extracurricular programs that encouraged student engagement outside of the classroom setting.
  • Fostered an inclusive school culture that celebrated diversity and promoted respect among all members of the community.
  • prepared students for the transitional assessment in Social , students had a mean grade of B+.
  • Led in formulation and implementation of the school strategic plan for the period(2021-2026).
  • was appointed the county chairperson in charge of Kenya Primary Association.Under my leadership,the county emerged the top during the 2020,2023 and 2024 National Athletics championships.
  • Steered my school in migration from the 8-4-4 system of education to the new Competency Based Curriculum(CBC).

Harambee School.

Elementary/Middle School Deputy Principal
09.2006 - 03.2020

Job overview

  • Promoted a safe and inclusive learning environment by addressing student needs, both academically and emotionally.
  • Coordinated community outreach efforts to strengthen partnerships between the school and local organizations.
  • Managed budgets effectively while prioritizing resources for maximum impact on student outcomes.
  • Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, providing constructive feedback for continued improvement.
  • Spearheaded professional development programs to foster teacher growth, resulting in improved student performance and engagement.
  • Implemented successful intervention strategies to support struggling students and close achievement gaps.
  • prepared students for the final assessments in both Social studies and Kiswahili.
  • Maintained an average of B in 14 years as the head of academics.
  • trained and umpired in volleyball,rugby and athletics up to the National level.
  • Promoted to school Principal.

Makivenzi School

Elementary/middle School Senior Teacher
01.1998 - 08.2006

Job overview

  • Served as a mentor to new teachers, providing guidance on lesson planning, classroom management, and assessment techniques.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, leading to increased involvement in their child''s education.
  • Assisted with curriculum planning and materials selection.
  • Attended professional development workshops and conferences to stay current with educational trends and best practices.
  • Mentored junior teachers to improve teaching, classroom management and disciplinary strategies.
  • Consistently provided timely feedback on student progress through assessments, conferences, and written evaluations.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for students with varying learning needs.
  • Participated in school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall instructional quality across content areas.
  • prepared students for the Kenya Certificate of Primary School Exam in Social studies and Kiswahili,which enabled them to transit to high school with an improved mean of B.
  • Started and sustained a strong school scout movement
  • promoted to Deputy principal. .

Kajiwe School

Elementary/Middle School Social Studies Teacher
06.1992 - 12.1997

Job overview

  • Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
  • Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
  • Developed strong rapport with students by creating an inclusive classroom environment that encouraged participation from all learners.
  • Assisted in organizing school-wide events such as assemblies or fundraisers which promoted a sense of community among students and staff.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, resulting in improved comprehension and academic performance.
  • Organized field trips to historical sites and museums to create immersive learning experiences that complemented classroom instruction.
  • Evaluated student performance using district-wide standardized tests as well as formative assessments designed specifically for social studies content knowledge.
  • participated in mentoring and coaching students in career choices.
  • promoted to senior teacher.

Education

Fomen Certified Nursing Assistant Training Academy
Glen Burnie, MD

No Degree from Certified Nursing Assistant
01-2025

Kenya Education Management Institute
Nairobi,Kenya

Associate of Arts from Educational Leadership And Management
01-2014

Mount Kenya University
Thika,Kenya

Bachelor of Arts from Art Education
12-2013

Kigari Teachers Training College
Embu,Kenya

Associate of Arts from Education
05-1992

Skills

  • Teaching and Learning Leadership
  • Effective Student Participation
  • Effective Parent Engagement
  • Instructional Assistance
  • Educational Curriculum Development
  • Student Safety Oversight
  • Team Leadership
  • Educational Evaluation

Certification

  • First Aid Certification

Languages

English
Professional Working
Kiswahili
Professional Working
Kikuyu
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Elementary/middle School Principal.

Olkeri School
04.2020 - 11.2024

Elementary/Middle School Deputy Principal

Harambee School.
09.2006 - 03.2020

Elementary/middle School Senior Teacher

Makivenzi School
01.1998 - 08.2006

Elementary/Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Kajiwe School
06.1992 - 12.1997

Fomen Certified Nursing Assistant Training Academy

No Degree from Certified Nursing Assistant

Kenya Education Management Institute

Associate of Arts from Educational Leadership And Management

Mount Kenya University

Bachelor of Arts from Art Education

Kigari Teachers Training College

Associate of Arts from Education
Paul Maingi