Flavia Nazziwa
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Qualified educator with over 10 years of international experience teaching English Language Arts, Philosophy, Social Studies, and ESL in diverse settings across Uganda and China. Expertise in academic writing instruction is supported by a strong educational foundation, including a Master of Education in Special Education (Distinguished Graduate) from the American College of Education, ranked #2 among America's Top Online Colleges, and a Bachelor of Arts in Education from Makerere University, the leading institution in East Africa. Committed to developing inclusive, evidence-based curriculum designs that foster equitable learning opportunities in multilingual environments. Focused on empowering students through innovative teaching strategies and a commitment to educational excellence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary English Language Arts, ESL & Humanities Teacher
AISB Hope International School
08.2023 - 08.2025
- Taught ELA, Philosophy, Social Studies, World History, and ESL (Grades 6–12), with lessons designed to build critical thinking, creativity, and interdisciplinary understanding.
• Delivered academic writing instruction—including research writing, argumentation, and presentation skills—while leading writing clubs and public‑speaking workshops.
• Applied writing‑based and inclusive instructional strategies across Humanities subjects, offering individualized and small‑group support to improve learning outcomes.
• Collaborated on cross‑curricular projects, curriculum development, assessment design, and data‑informed instruction (including MAP analysis).
• Mentored new teachers, facilitated professional development, and organized humanities‑focused extracurricular learning experiences.
Elementary Literacy & ESL Teacher
Yuan'an Foreign Language School
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Taught English literacy, reading foundations, phonics, and ESL communication to elementary students.
- Facilitated teacher workshops on pedagogy and literacy strategies.
- Advocated for importance of language learning within school community, leading to increased support and resources for ESL program.
- Facilitated language immersion experiences, significantly boosting students' conversational skills.
Secondary English Language & Literature Teacher
Brooklyn Junior & High School
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Taught Literature and English with emphasis on analytical writing to secondary students.
- Delivered essay-writing instruction for national examinations.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
Education
Master of Arts - M.ED. in Special Education
American College of Education
USA06-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Arts With Education
Makerere University
Uganda01-2018
Skills
- Academic Writing: Research papers, essays, APA style, literature review, academic writing instruction, editing
- Research: Qualitative & quantitative methods, data interpretation, curriculum analysis
- Teaching: ELA, ESL, literacy development, SEN/IEP support, ABA-based strategies
- Technology: Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Teams, Zoom, LMS systems
- Soft Skills: Communication, leadership, collaboration, cultural competence
- Curriculum development
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Curriculum & Instruction
- Inclusive Education
- Evidence-Based Practices
- Multilingual Learning
COURSES
Master's Courses
Strategies for Teaching Diverse Learners
• Research & Applied Behavior Analysis in the Special Education Classroom
• Building Collaborative Relationships
• Developmental Characteristics of Exceptional Learners
• Ethical Practices and Standards in Special Education
• Diagnostic Intervention
• Law and Policy in Special Education
• Language: The Foundation for Reading
• Differentiated Instruction: Principles in Action
• Assessment and Evaluation in Special Education
• Classroom Management for Exceptional Learners
• Capstone Experience
PUBLICATIONS
- Academic writing samples, reflective essays, and literacy pieces published on personal WordPress.
AWARDS
Distinguished Graduate Honor — American College of Education (2025)
• Teacher Registration Certificate — Ministry of Education, Uganda (Graduate Teacher)
• Miss Uganda China 2023–2024 — Cultural & Community Leadership Award
• Best Time Management Teacher — Annual Institutional Award
• Most Organized Teacher of the Year — Institutional Excellence Award
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working
Timeline
Secondary English Language Arts, ESL & Humanities Teacher
AISB Hope International School
08.2023 - 08.2025
Elementary Literacy & ESL Teacher
Yuan'an Foreign Language School
01.2018 - 01.2023
Secondary English Language & Literature Teacher
Brooklyn Junior & High School
01.2016 - 01.2018
Master of Arts - M.ED. in Special Education
American College of Education
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Arts With Education
Makerere University