Okello John Silas

• Designed and implemented engaging classroom activities, resulting in higher student interest and motivation.
• Improved overall class participation by implementing group activities and project-based learning.
• Evaluated student performance through regular assessments, tracking progress and adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
• Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
• Offered constructive feedback on student assignments, helping them refine their writing skills and comprehension.
• Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational best practices and enhance teaching skills.
• Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
• Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
• Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
• Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
• Served as a mentor to new teaching assistants, providing guidance on effective strategies for classroom management and instruction.
• Assisted the lead teacher in developing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and abilities.
• Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.

• Increased student confidence in spoken English through consistent practice and constructive feedback during conversational exercises.
• Empowered students to take ownership of their learning process by encouraging active participation in lessons and discussions.
• Partnered with parents to discuss student progress, addressing concerns and celebrating achievements together.
• Implemented creative teaching strategies like role-playing conversations or using multimedia resources, resulting in increased student interest in the subject matter.
• Kept accurate records of each tutoring session, tracking attendance, progress notes, and areas for future focus.
• Measured student progress through regular assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as necessary to optimize learning outcomes.
• Adapted lesson plans to accommodate diverse student needs, ensuring equitable access to content and learning opportunities for all.
• Managed class time efficiently, balancing structured lessons with opportunities for independent practice and peer collaboration.
• Reviewed and provided feedback on written assignments, helping students develop strong editing and proofreading skills.
• Organized supplementary materials for students requiring additional assistance outside of scheduled tutoring hours.
• Developed personalized tutoring sessions based on student needs, leading to improved academic performance.
• Prepared students for standardized tests such as TOEFL or IELTS exams by focusing on test-taking strategies alongside content mastery.
• Facilitated successful transitions for international students entering U.S schools by providing targeted language instruction and cultural support.
• Enhanced students'' reading and writing skills by implementing interactive and engaging lesson plans.

• Developed proposals and presentations that effectively communicated the value of our solutions to potential clients, securing numerous contracts.
• Increased company revenue by actively promoting products and services to prospective customers through cold calling, networking, and presentations.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop customized solutions for clients'' unique business needs, resulting in successful partnerships.
• Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and maintaining regular communication throughout the partnership process.
• Identified opportunities for upselling and cross-selling within existing client base, generating additional revenue streams.
• Conducted market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and competitor activities, informing strategic business decisions.
• Maintained accurate records of all prospecting activities using CRM software tools for effective lead tracking and follow-up efforts.
• Developed and implemented favorable pricing structures balancing firm objectives against customer targets.

• Assisted in conducting thorough code reviews to identify areas of improvement and ensure adherence to best practices within the team.
• Supported continuous integration and deployment practices, promoting efficient release processes and reducing time-to-market for new features or improvements.
• Refined legacy codebases by refactoring outdated methodologies or replacing deprecated functioning components with more modern alternatives.
• Improved security measures within existing systems through careful analysis of vulnerabilities and implementation of appropriate countermeasures.
• Conducted research efforts into new technologies or tools that could potentially benefit current or future projects within the company.
• Contributed to the development of a scalable web application, resulting in increased user engagement and satisfaction.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement software solutions according to project requirements.
• Delivered timely updates and fixes, minimizing downtime for end-users during critical periods.
• Designed database schemas that supported efficient data storage and retrieval across multiple applications within the organization.
• Integrated third-party APIs to enhance product features and extend system capabilities.
• Enhanced software performance by optimizing algorithms and streamlining code.
• Developed user-friendly interfaces for seamless navigation and improved user experience.

Strathmore Computing and Engineering Students’ Association (SCESA) is a club, involving more than 250 members, to focus on being a bridge between the students and organizations, and vice versa. The association is aimed at providing industrial experiences to students that are not offered in
the classroom setup. Since the association is of a vast range, the Diversity and Inclusivity team was formed so as to address the needs of all the groups in the association. I participated in a team that engaged in various activities that included individuals in different groups and helped grow the culture and adoption of Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics among fellow students using different seminars and courses. Other responsibilities included:

• Assisted team with operational policies and procedures to drive services.
• Served as organization ambassador at various charity events, promoting mission and values.
• Built relationships with key stakeholders, fostering collaboration and understanding between organization and community.
• Developed and maintained extensive network of community contacts, resulting in increased visibility.
• Developed and implemented comprehensive social media outreach strategy, resulting in increased followers.
• Represented organization at professional conferences, delivering engaging presentations to diverse audiences.

The Challenge Driven Education Exchange Program was a joint collaboration Between Strathmore University in Kenya and Botho University in Botswana based on creating sustainable solutions for Gaborone. Some of my responsibilities included:

• Applied problem-solving skills to resolve unexpected challenges that arose during ongoing projects swiftly and efficiently.
• Collaborated with team members to develop innovative solutions, resulting in increased overall project effectiveness.
• Demonstrated adaptability by taking on additional responsibilities when needed, contributing positively to the overall success of the team.
• Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication channels and organizing team meetings.
• Maintained open lines of communication with supervisor and peers, ensuring prompt resolution of any issues or concerns that arose during the project lifecycle.
• Managed multiple priorities effectively while delivering consistent results under tight deadlines throughout the internship period.
• Actively participated in brainstorming sessions for concept development and idea generation, bringing fresh perspectives to established processes.
• Participated in cross-functional teams to enhance collaboration and streamline decision-making processes.
• Supported project managers in monitoring project progress, maintaining up-to-date documentation and reports.
• Developed strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of expectations and objectives.
• Contributed to comprehensive market research, identifying key trends and opportunities for company growth.
• Assisted in project planning for successful completion within budget and timeline constraints.
• Utilized data analysis skills to identify areas of improvement in current projects, leading to better results.
• Improved team productivity by implementing new organizational tools for task tracking and time management.
• Delivered high-quality presentations on project updates and findings to senior management and stakeholders.

• Advertised Student Senate meetings to the school community while
  reading over agenda items and share important information with peers and school contact to gather information or ideas to bring to the meetings
• Brought forward agenda items to Student Council President.
• Assisted senate in determining student issues, gathered student opinion and communicated with students so they could feel better represented in Student council and at the board table
• Communicated to with the school community and participated in activities with the council and kept records regarding what was discussed/decided at the Student Senate meetings
• Attended school council meetings to share student voice by reporting on Student Senate meetings
  

During the COVID-19 lockdown, the Students Helping Students Program was created to assist high school students that were unable to go to school during lockdown in Kibera using the Google classroom platform and zoom to tutor the students. My responsibilities included:

• Improved data collection methods for tracking outreach efforts, allowing for more accurate analysis of results and impact.
• Conducted regular follow-ups with community members to ensure they received necessary information and support, reinforcing positive relationships.
• Established strong relationships with key stakeholders in the community, fostering trust and cooperation towards shared goals.
• Supported team members in executing successful outreach campaigns, resulting in heightened community awareness of available resources.
• Strengthened partnerships with local organizations through regular communication and collaboration on joint initiatives.
• Adapted quickly to changing circumstances during fieldwork, ensuring efficient deployment of resources and timely completion of tasks.
• Tailored presentations to specific audience demographics resulting in increased understanding of programs offered.
• Evaluated the success of outreach campaigns using quantitative metrics, providing valuable insights for future planning and strategy development.
• Assisted management in setting realistic goals based on past performance contributing to improved project outcomes.
• Streamlined communication channels within the outreach team, fostering a collaborative environment that maximized productivity.
• Utilized social media platforms to expand reach which resulted in greater online presence.
• Provided exceptional customer service to community members, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly and professionally.
• Organized volunteer recruitment events, increasing the number of dedicated individuals supporting the organization''s mission.
• Enhanced community engagement by conducting door-to-door outreach and distributing informative materials.
• Developed tailored outreach strategies for diverse populations, ensuring inclusivity and equal access to information and services.
• Actively participated in staff trainings to enhance knowledge of organizational programs and services, leading to more effective outreach efforts.
• Conducted surveys during events which provided valuable feedback for enhancing future programs.
• Increased event attendance by effectively promoting and coordinating community-based activities.
• Boosted program enrollment by delivering compelling presentations to target audiences at various venues.