President’s Office – Regional
Administration and Local
Government
Kilindi District Council
Mtakuja Secondary School
English Language Teaching Portfolio
Teacher’s Name: Vemi Alatu
Class: Form One
Table of Contents
Contents Page No
TEACHER’S INFORMATION
Teacher’s Profile/CV ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 2
Teaching Philosophy …………………………………………………………………………………………… 3
Teaching Vision/Mission/Goals ……………………………………………………………………….……. 4
CONTEXTUAL INFORMATION
School Motto ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….5
School Vision ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….5
School Mission ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..5
School Song …………………………………………………………………………………………………………6
School Calendar …………………………………………………………………………………………………..7
School Regulations ……………………………………………………………………………………………….8
General school Timetable ………………………………………………………………………………………9
School Map ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….10
SUBJECT INFORMATION
Syllabus Sample pages ……………………………………………………………………………………….11
Scheme of Work …………………………………………………………………………………………………12
Lesson Plan (sample pages) ……………………………….…………………………….……………..….16
Sample of Important Notes (drawings, models, guidelines, etc.) …………………….………20
Exercises/Tests and/or Examination with Marking Guide Samples ……………………………29
Results of examinations/tests (if any) …………………………………………………………………..33
List of Readings (References) ………………………………………………………………………………36
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My profile/CV
Vemi Alatu
Secondary School English Language Teacher | BA. Ed. (English Language & Literature)
About
I am a dedicated English Language teacher based in Dar es Salaam, committed to
enhancing students’ communication and literacy skills at the secondary level. I graduated
with a Bachelor of Education in English Language and Literature from The Mwalimu
Nyerere Memorial Academy (MNMA) in 2022.
I use learner-centred and interactive teaching approaches to make English meaningful
and accessible, while integrating real-life contexts and basic digital tools to improve
engagement and learning outcomes.
Experience
Secondary School English Teacher
• Deliver competency-based English lessons aligned with the Tanzanian curriculum
• Develop learners’ reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills
• Use interactive methods such as discussions, role-play, and storytelling
• Assess student progress and provide continuous feedback
• Support diverse learners through inclusive teaching practices
Education
BA. Ed. English Language & Literature (2022)
The Mwalimu Nyerere Memorial Academy (MNMA)
Key Skills
English Language Teaching | Classroom Management | Lesson Planning | Assessment |
Academic Writing | Educational Technology
Interests
Language and literacy | Digital learning | Creative writing | Learner-centred pedagogy
Networking
Open to professional collaboration and opportunities in education and language
development.
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My Teaching Philosophy
Teaching is making learning
Making learning happen is my teaching philosophy, centred on engagement, inclusivity,
and meaningful interaction. I create supportive environments where learners construct
knowledge, connect theory to practice, and develop critical thinking. Through adaptive
methods, collaboration, and continuous feedback, I empower students to take ownership
of their learning and achieve lasting understanding.
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My Teaching Vision/Mission/Goals
Vision: To foster an inclusive, engaging environment where students actively build
knowledge and develop lifelong learning skills.
Missions:
1. To design learner-centred activities that promote active participation and critical
thinking.
2. To create an inclusive environment that supports diverse learning needs and
backgrounds.
3. To provide continuous feedback that guides students toward meaningful and
lasting understanding.
Goals:
1. To engage students in active, participatory learning experiences.
2. To foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
3. To connect theoretical knowledge with real-world applications.
4. To support diverse learners through inclusive teaching strategies.
5. To encourage learner autonomy and continuous self-improvement.
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Contextual Information
School Motto
School Vision
School Mission
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School Song
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School Calendar
7
School Regulations
8
General School Timetable
9
School Map
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