Velma Education Consultant
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As a passionate educator and program development specialist with over 7 years of experience across multiple sectors, I am dedicated to fostering meaningful learning experiences and supporting students to reach their full potential. My diverse background includes roles in student support, career mentorship, curriculum development, and partnership management. While working at Moringa, I organized 10 monthly career mentorship sessions and successfully supported 400 students in securing fulfilling career opportunities post-graduation. I also led the Mastercard Foundation Access Program partnership at Moringa, contributing to a 30% increase in positive career outcomes and doubling partner referrals. My expertise extends to designing and implementing student support programs to support at-risk students and, increasing retention rates by 25%.
Beyond my role at Moringa, I have worked with several organizations such as StrongStart Limited and Africa Dyslexia Organization, where I contributed to product development, content creation, and empowering learners and educators. My strong teaching and mentoring foundation was developed as a Volunteer Teacher at PaceMaker International, where I improved literacy skills for underprivileged students and led community initiatives. With a BSc in Computer Science from Ashesi University, I bring technical expertise alongside a human-centered approach to education. As an online tutor, I aim to combine my experience in program management and my passion for learner success to deliver personalized, impactful, and engaging lessons that empower students to thrive academically and beyond.

Subjects

  • Computer Beginner-Expert

  • Computer (ICT) Beginner-Expert

  • Kiswahili language Beginner-Intermediate

  • English & Literature Beginner-Intermediate

  • Mathematics (844/CBC primary) Beginner-Intermediate

Experience

  • Student Support and Partnerships Officer (Sep, 2021–Feb, 2023) at Moringa School, Nairobi
    • Organized 10 monthly career mentorship sessions to support students through school-to-work transitions. Supported
    400 students to secure fulfilling career opportunities post-graduation.
    • Designed and implemented programs that offered frontline support for at-risk students thereby increasing student retention rate by
    25%
    •Managed Student Support Budget and disbursement of student stipends of approximately $150,000 annually which provided
    financial support to at-risk students.
    • Partnerships lead for the Mastercard Foundation Access Program at Moringa School - Supporting to strengthen existing
    partnerships and nurture new partnerships resulting in 30% growth in positive career outcomes for students and doubled partner
    referrals.
  • Curiculum Consultant (Oct, 2020–Jun, 2021) at StrongStart Limited – Nairobi, Kenya
    Contributed to product development as a consultant and trainer. I spearheaded the creation of curriculums for children between 6
    months and 5 years. It was aimed at enhancing the growth of their gross motor, fine motor, and cognitive skills.
    • Trained and empowered 20 nannies through playgroup classes that impacted them with skills that enabled them to implement
    the curriculum.
    • Enhanced the growth of children through the playgroup classes that impacted their gross motor, fine motor, and cognitive skills.
  • Content Creation Intern (Jun, 2020–Aug, 2020) at Africa Dyslexia Organization- Accra Ghana
    Developed social media marketing content for various social media platforms and promoted content.
    • Conducted extensive research on prospective partner organizations in Africa that could establish valuable collaborations with the company.
  • Ambassador (May, 2020–Jul, 2020) at Teach for Kenya organization - Nairobi
    As the brand Ambassador of Teach for Kenya, I helped with Social Media Awareness, content generation, social media campaign analysis and linked Teach for Kenya with potential candidates in my network who could apply for the fellowship.
  • Curriculum Consultant (Jun, 2019–Aug, 2019) at Butterfly Effect - Accra Ghana
    • Contributed to the design, facilitation, and evaluation of our new and existing educative programs
    • Facilitated engaging program activities, ensuring a positive learning experience for participants and aligning programs with
    organizational goals.
  • Research Intern (Jun, 2018–Aug, 2018) at Infonet Africa - Nairobi,Kenya
    I worked as a Data Administrative and Research Intern.
  • Programs Intern (Jan, 2016–Aug, 2016) at Akili Dada - Nairobi Kenya
    I mentored high school students and also helped them develop projects for Google Science Fair.
  • Volunteer Teacher (Jan, 2016–Aug, 2016) at PACEMaker International Kenya
    Developed and facilitated reading and writing lessons for a group of 20 class four pupils who lacked basic literacy skills, guiding
    them from beginner to intermediate proficiency levels.
    • Collaborated with colleagues to launch a soap-making project aimed at supporting 10 single mothers associated with the school,
    enabling them to generate a sustainable income.
    • Spearheaded mentoring sessions for 20 pupils, focusing on enhancing their academic performance and overall well-being,
    resulting in significant improvements in their academic achievements.
    Akili

Education

  • Bsc. Computer Science (Aug, 2016–Aug, 2020) from Ashesi University, Berekuso-Ghana

Fee details

    KSh500–1,000/hour (US$3.88–7.75/hour)

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