SSENTONGO JULIUS

Profile

Dedicated Secondary School Science Teacher who encourages creativity and exploration in each student. Adept in relaying complicated scientific theories, engaging students in scientific discussions, and maintaining strong bonds with parents. Specializes in Chemistry and Biology education.

Highlights

• Hands-on experience in successfully administering science teaching.
• Exceptional knowledge of content and a continuing interest in allied sciences.
• Profound knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures of science.
• Immense ability to implement specified curriculum.
• Remarkable ability to demonstrate problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent classroom management and analytical skills.
• Superior oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Exceptional presentation and communication skills in and out of the classroom.
• Able to create important bonds of trust with students.
• Dedicated teacher who puts in long hours after school to help students
• Very active member of the community.
• Believes in being available for students at all times.
• Active in all parent and student organizations.

Employment History

Chemistry Teacher at Galaxy International School Uganda, Kampala

August 2021 — September 2022

1. Teaching and Class Management, establish and maintain a safe environment and purposeful working atmosphere which supports learning and in which pupils feel secure and confident.

1. Set high expectations for pupils’ behavior, establishing, and maintaining a good standard of discipline through well-focused teaching and through positive and productive relationships.

1. Provide clear structures for lessons maintaining pace, motivation, and challenge; use a variety of teaching methods to:

• develop pupils’ thinking through the implementation of the Thinking School Programme. 
• structure information well, including outlining learning intentions and summarizing key points as the lesson progresses. 
• instruct, demonstrate, and give accurate, well-paced explanations using appropriate vocabulary. 
• use effective questioning, listen carefully to pupils, give attention to errors and misconceptions. Select appropriate learning resources and develop study skills using the library, ICT and other resources. 
• ensure pupils acquire and consolidate knowledge, skills and understanding appropriate to the subjects taught. 
• critically evaluate teaching to improve effectiveness. Promote the general progress and well-being of all children in the school Planning.
• Identify clear teaching and learning objectives and specify how these will be taught and assessed. 
• Set tasks, including homework, which challenge pupils and ensure a high level of interest. 
• set appropriate and demanding expectations for pupils’ learning, motivation, and presentation of work; set clear targets building on prior attainment.

Chemistry Teacher at Hana International School Uganda, Kampala

January 2018 — July 2021

• Teaching all areas of the Cambridge Secondary School Biology curriculum.
• Taking responsibility for the progress of an assigned class(es).
• Organizing resources / spaces and creating displays to encourage a positive learning environment.
• Planning and delivering lessons that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within the class.
• Motivating students with enthusiastic, creative, accessible, and imaginative lessons.
• Maintaining discipline.
• Preparing work to facilitate positive student development.
• Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of students' development.
• Providing professional feedback to parents/guardians on student's progress at meetings.
• Coordinating activities and resources within a specific area of the curriculum and supporting colleagues in the delivery of this specialist area.
• Liaising and working with colleagues to plan and coordinate work.
• Keeping up to date with changes and developments in the structure of the curriculum.

Education Background 

Bsc in Secondary Education, Kyambogo University, Uganda, Kampala

February 2015 — February 2018

Graduated with Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education; Chemistry major and Biology minor (Second Class Honours, Upper Division).

Certificate, Ngogwe Baskerville Secondary School, Kampala

January 2012 — November 2013

• Chemistry (Grade A)
• Biology (Grade B)
• Agriculture (Grade E)
• General Paper (Subsidiary Credit 3)
• Subsidiary Mathematics (Distinction 2)

Certificate, Ngogwe Baskerville Secondary School, Kampala

January 2008 — November 2011

• Chemistry (Distinction 1)
• Biology (Distinction 2)
• Agriculture (Credit 3)
• English (Distinction 2)
• Mathematics (Distinction 2)
• Geography (Credit 3)
• Physics (Distinction 2)
• History (Credit 3)
• Christian Religious Education (Credit 4)

Courses

Computing, Makerere University Institute of Computing and IT

JUNE 2016 — JULY 2016

Bioscience, Slow Food International Network

February 2017

Extension Continued Online Professional Development-IGCSE Chemistry, Cambridge Assessment International Education London, UK

April 2019 — January 2022