Timothy K. Tanui
Lafayette,IN
Summary
Ph.D. Student at Purdue university and experienced aviation teacher with a 10-year background in education and a passion for developing future pilots, lecturers, and aviation managers & personnel. Offers deep love of the field, advanced understanding of skills employers want and knowledge workers need to excel in the aviation industry. Highly experienced in managing classrooms, shop environments, and special projects.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ph.D. Student in a Ross Fellowship
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
08.2024 - Current
- Support course instruction — Assist a faculty member in delivering an undergraduate course. This can include helping prepare and deliver lectures, labs, or discussion sections depending on the course.
- Grading and assessment — Grade homework, exams, lab reports, and other assignments. Maintain fairness and consistency under faculty supervision.
- Course management & admin support — Help manage the course’s learning-management platform (e.g., upload grades, maintain online pages like Brightspace), prepare handouts or course materials, and assist with logistics (attendance, exam proctoring, record-keeping).
- Student support & mentoring — Hold office hours or help sessions; tutor or assist students having difficulties; answer questions on course content or assignments.
- Lab or recitation leadership — In courses with labs or aviation-specific practical components, a GTA may lead laboratory sections, help demonstrate procedures, supervise lab safety and student work, or conduct recitations/ tutorials.
- Occasional teaching/substitution — Under some conditions, GTAs may deliver lectures or substitute for the primary instructor if needed.
- Communication & coordination with faculty — Meet regularly with supervising faculty to plan course activities, discuss grading and student progress, and coordinate responsibilities (office hours, labs, tutorials).
- Adherence to academic/professional standards — Follow university policies, academic integrity rules, and maintain confidentiality, fairness, and professionalism.
- Conducted research and analysis for coursework, enhancing understanding of complex topics.
- Collaborated with diverse teams to complete projects, fostering effective communication skills.
Tutorial Fellow
Moi University
Eldoret, Kenya
07.2023 - Current
- Prepared materials and assignment plans for courses to assist faculty with academic instruction.
- Handled basic student inquiries to help faculty focus on larger academic, departmental, and research requirements.
- Conducted in-depth research into diverse topics to aid senior faculty with wide-ranging academic, administrative, and research projects.
- Offered technical support to help personnel with both office- and classroom-based needs.
- Collaborated on or created career-related content for print, social media, and other avenues to assist graduates with career development or exploration.
- Assisted with preparing grant proposals to fund programs.
- Prepared and proctored examinations.
- Managed professorial scheduling to eliminate conflicts and provide for required office hours.
- Evaluated and graded examinations, assignments, and papers and recorded grades.
- Organized online classroom environments to help students learn remotely and meet course objectives.
- Taught undergraduate-level courses.
- Tutored and mentored students.
Flight Instructor
Moi University
Eldoret, Kenya
04.2016 - Current
- Instructed pilots in a full range of aircraft maneuvers required in combat situations.
- Instructed and taught pilots flight procedures and techniques in ground school courses and simulators.
- Implemented various training and instructional techniques to accommodate different learning styles.
- Evaluated performance and competence of students to recommend continuation of training or elimination.
- Planned and prepared lessons and modules.
- Maintained accurate records of all students, detailing skills, test results, and completion of course requirements.
- Advised students on their career opportunities and educational plans, helping them make the most effective choices for their goals.
- Worked with struggling students to increase their knowledge and abilities, assisting each with in-depth tutoring and support.
Exam Coordinator
Moi University
Eldoret, Kenya
03.2016 - Current
- Organized informational events and workshops to bring in potential students.
- Integrate new systems and technology resources to keep the program at the forefront of distance learning education.
- Mentored instruction staff in techniques for better-helping students and managing classroom activities.
Timetable Coordinator
Moi University
Eldoret, Kenya
03.2016 - Current
- Reviewed upcoming schedules to prepare necessary resources and documentation.
- Required minimal oversight to complete job tasks, meeting all deadlines and goals.
- Developed and optimized work schedules to cover expected workloads.
Graduate Assistant
Moi University
Eldoret, Kenya
04.2015 - 07.2023
- Prepared materials and assignment plans for courses to assist faculty with academic instruction.
- Handled basic student inquiries to help faculty focus on larger academic, departmental, and research requirements.
- Conducted in-depth research into diverse topics to aid senior faculty with wide-ranging academic, administrative, and research projects.
- Offered technical support to help personnel with both office- and classroom-based needs.
- Collaborated on or created career-related content for print, social media, and other avenues to assist graduates with career development or exploration.
- Assisted with preparing grant proposals to fund programs.
- Prepared and proctored examinations.
- Managed professorial scheduling to eliminate conflicts and provide for required office hours.
- Evaluated and graded examinations, assignments, and papers and recorded grades.
- Organized online classroom environments to help students learn remotely and meet course objectives.
- Taught undergraduate-level courses.
- Tutored and mentored students.
- Developed teaching strategies and course materials to fully cover the required subject matter.
Head of Department
Moi University
Eldoret, Kenya
04.2019 - 05.2019
- Delegated assignments and coordinated schedules to manage day-to-day employee activities and functions.
- Resolved escalated issues with a positive approach, persuasive communication skills, and conflict management strategies.
- Inspected department daily to verify team conformance with policies and expectations.
- Documented department activities through logs and reports.
- Handled personnel issues with successful motivational and disciplinary strategies.
- Trained and mentored employees to boost individual and team performance.
- Delegated assignments based on the employees' knowledge and abilities.
Education
Ph.D. - Aviation Technology and Management
Purdue University
Indiana, USAMaster of Science - Aviation Meteorology
University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Science and Operations (Professional Pilot Option)
Moi University
Eldoret, Kenya12.2014
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Sacho High School
Kabarnet, Kenya11.2007
Skills
- Flight navigation
- Curriculum development
- Safety management
- Punctuality and work ethic
Websites
Accomplishments
- Came up with a system that is secure in terms of Exam storage, results, and personal information for the students.
- Worked on a project to expand our aviation department tenfold.
- Complimented by the Dean of the School for outstanding work in the department and at the school level as well.
Affiliations
- Member, Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU)
- Member, Kenya Airline Pilots Association (KALPA)
Certification
- Private Pilot's license (PPL), Kenya Civil Aviation Authority
- Commercial Pilot's Licence (CPL), Kenya Civil Aviation Authority
- Flight Instructor's Ratings, Kenya Civil Aviation Authority
- Certificate of participation in HEPTA-Sat (Nanosatellite) Basic Course. This certificate is awarded to Timothy K. Tanui who has sincerely participated in the HEPTA-Sat Hands-on Training program on November 4 - 8, 2019 at the Kenya Space Agency, Nairobi, Kenya.
- CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION in the CABLEs@MU2019 Capacity building for lecturers and supervisors program on i) The Research Wheel: Designing a coherent research proposal: Designing a coherent thesis report. ii) The nature of Teaching and Learning.
- The Pedagogy of Supervision 3rd - 7th June 2019 at the Moi University PDN Complex, Eldoret for Timothy Tanui.
- Sacho High School Games Department - 2007. Certificate of Participation Awarded to Timothy K. Tanui for representing the School in Football at the District level.
- Certificate of Participation NATIONAL MATHEMATICS CONTEST HOSTED BY MOI HIGH SCHOOL KABARAK. Presented to Timothy Koech, 23rd June 2007.
- Certificate of Participation NATIONAL MATHEMATICS CONTEST Hosted by Mang'u High School Presented to Timothy Tanui, Sacho High School, 16/06/2007.
- Sacho High School SCIENCE DAY, 10th November, 2006. Certificate of Participation, Awarded to Timothy Tanui in recognition of Outstanding Participation in Quiz time during the School's Science Day.
- Certificate of Participation NATIONAL SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS (SCIMA) CONTEST Hosted by Nyeri High School. Presented to Timothy Tanui, Sacho High School, 8th July 2006.
LANGUAGES
Swahili, Nandi: First Language
English: C2 Proficient
French: A1 Beginner
Interests
- Travelling; admiring nature, different environments, and different cultures
- Watching Formula 1, Moto GP, Tennis and Boxing
- Listening to Country, Gospel, and Rhumba (Central African) music
- Being interested in aviation
- Enjoying reading about wildlife
- Liking technology trends
- Being fascinated by world cultures
Timeline
Ph.D. Student in a Ross Fellowship
Purdue University
08.2024 - Current
Tutorial Fellow
Moi University
07.2023 - Current
Head of Department
Moi University
04.2019 - 05.2019
Flight Instructor
Moi University
04.2016 - Current
Exam Coordinator
Moi University
03.2016 - Current
Timetable Coordinator
Moi University
03.2016 - Current
Graduate Assistant
Moi University
04.2015 - 07.2023
Master of Science - Aviation Meteorology
University of Nairobi
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Science and Operations (Professional Pilot Option)
Moi University
Ph.D. - Aviation Technology and Management
Purdue University
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Sacho High School
SACCO
I am the treasurer of a Savings and Credit Co-operative Society (SACCO) called YUBEI SACCO on the outskirts of Eldoret Town. The members are 477 in number and they are from within Ainabkoi Constituency, Uasin Gishu County, Kenya. It's a member-based financial institution that operates on cooperative values, identity, and principles which include social responsibility, openness, honesty, and caring for each other.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- My strengths are that; I am self-disciplined, hardworking, and ambitious person. I like to do things perfectly and give it my all. I am an orderly, time-conscious, stickler to schedules, detailed, and always happy to be the best in all that I do.
- My greatest weakness is that I sometimes focus too much on the details of a project and spend too much time analyzing the finer points. I've been striving to improve in this area by checking in with myself at regular intervals and giving myself a chance to refocus on the bigger picture. That way I can still ensure quality without getting so caught up in the details that it affects my productivity or the team's ability to meet the deadline.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Examinations and Timetable Coordinator: Moi University
- Class Representative (Masters): University of Nairobi
- Class Representative (Bachelors): Moi University
- Chairman of Mathematics Club: Sacho High School
- Class Prefect and Monitor: Kilimo Primary School
COMMUNITY SERVICE & VOLUNTEER WORK
- Eldoret, Ng'elel Tarit Youths Welfare Group, Eldoret, Kenya, This is a group of youths living within Eldoret Town whereby, once a fortnight, they conduct cleaning of Eldoret Town and its environs. The aim is to have a cleaner, healthier, and more comfortable place to live in.
- Manchester United - Eldoret Foundation, Eldoret, Kenya, This is a group of Manchester United lovers living within Eldoret Town who have come up with ways of improving the lives of homeless people and children in Children's Homes. The members contribute and buy food, clothing, housing, and other stuff for the above-mentioned group of persons. The aim is to ensure these people get the Basic needs of life at the very least.
HOBBIES
- Playing soccer (football)
- Swimming
- Working out
- Running