Lakeisha Onyango
Summary
Dynamic professional with experience as a Teaching Assistant at Merryland School Katani, where I enhanced student learning and engagement through innovative lesson plans and effective communication. Demonstrated ability in managing classroom dynamics and providing individualized support. As a Community Project Coordinator at Greenwood Drive, I successfully organized tree-planting initiatives, demonstrating strong teamwork and problem-solving skills to foster environmental awareness and community engagement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Merryland School Katani
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Independently taught entire math classes, explaining concepts, leading discussions, and guiding students through problem-solving exercises.
- Assisted in developing lesson plans and instructional materials to enhance student learning.
- Supported classroom management by facilitating group activities and maintaining a positive environment.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to assess student progress and provide feedback on academic performance.
Community Project Coordinator
Greenwood Drive
03.2020 - 07.2025
- Organized and encouraged community members to participate in a tree-planting initiative, fostering collective action and environmental awareness.
- Managed logistics for planting events, ensuring smooth coordination and resource allocation.
- Tracked progress and impact, contributing to the transformation of the neighborhood into a greener, more sustainable area.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Engineering
The University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC01-2029
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Light Academy School
Mombasa, Kenya11-2024
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Good communication
- Reliability
- Creative thinking
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Administrative tasks
- Problem-solving
Accomplishments
As Neighborhood project coordinator:
- Mobilized planting of 1500 trees in Greenwood drive neighborhood.
As Teaching Assistant:
- Collaborated with teacher to improve Mathematics scores on standardized tests with an average increment of 3% per student.
- Contributed to raising overall class performance while building a supportive and engaging learning environment.
As High school President:
- Led and coordinated multiple events , mentoring fellow students, and promoting community engagement throughout the school.
- Initiated peer-led tutoring programs , enabling students to use their strengths to support each other academically.
- Launched a monthly donation drive collecting food, clothing, and monetary contributions for local children's homes, fostering a culture of service.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Swahili
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Merryland School Katani
05.2025 - 08.2025
Community Project Coordinator
Greenwood Drive
03.2020 - 07.2025
Bachelor of Applied Science - Engineering
The University of British Columbia
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Light Academy School