// PROFESSIONAL EDUCATOR PORTFOLIO

Ali Marcel Samora

Computer Scientist | BTEC IT | EYFS to A-Level Computing | Robotic Coach | Author | Tech Columnist | Network & CCTV Administrator | Python and HTML Programmer

Ali Marcel Samora
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7+

Years Teaching

5

Schools Served

10+

Trainings

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// WORK EXPERIENCE

Job Roles

Teacher of Computer Science and BTEC IT

Cambridge Academy Ethiopia | Jan 2025 - Present

  • ▸ Interim Head of ICT Department (2025/2026).
  • ▸ Preparing BTEC IT Level 2 and 3 materials.
  • ▸ Teaching KS3 and KS4 Computing.
  • ▸ Implementing IGCSE Pearson Edexcel curriculum.
  • ▸ Introducing and running coding and robotics club operations.

Computer Teacher and Academic Planner

Greensteds International School | Jan 2024 - Dec 2024

  • ▸ School Academic Planner and Head of ICT.
  • ▸ Prepared BTEC IT Level-3 resources for A-Level learners.
  • ▸ Taught EYFS, KS1, KS2 and KS3 Computing lessons.
  • ▸ Implemented iPrimary Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge IGCSE.
  • ▸ Introduced coding and robotics club programs.

Computer Teacher and System Administrator

MM Shah and MV Shah Academy | Feb 2020 - Dec 2023

  • ▸ Headed ICT Department for 4 years.
  • ▸ Led migration to digitalized teaching and learning.
  • ▸ Introduced coding and robotics; led TECHZONE activities.
  • ▸ Organized coding tasks, hackathons, and WRC preparation.
  • ▸ Installed and maintained workstations and ICT infrastructure.

Computer Teacher

Goodrich Group of Schools | Sep 2019 - Jan 2020

  • ▸ Taught Grade 1-8 ICT lessons.
  • ▸ Implemented 8-4-4 and CBC curriculum.
  • ▸ Developed inclusive teaching strategies.

Computer Teacher

Word of Life Christian Academy | Jan 2017 - Oct 2019

  • ▸ Prepared lessons and delivered ICT across learning levels.
  • ▸ Prepared and administered ICT assessments.
  • ▸ Served as Head of ICT and supported school publication/design resources.

// SKILLS

Core Skills

Technical

Programming (Python, HTML, Scratch), spreadsheet, network and networking, CCTV administration.

💻 Open Technical Project

Teaching

Excellent subject knowledge, communication, presentation skills, assessment design, lesson delivery from EYFS to A-Level.

🎥 Watch Teaching Video

Innovation

AI, robots and robotics coaching, digital integration, curriculum enhancement.

📱 Download Innovation App

// CAREER & PROFESSIONAL TRAININGS

Trainings & Certifications

EduCare-TES Certifications (Google Drive)

National College Courses (Google Drive)

  • International Data Protection (Education)
  • Child Protection Basics for International Schools
  • Dyslexia Awareness
  • Fire Warden / Fire Marshal
  • Bereavement and Loss
  • Domestic Abuse (Children and Young People)
  • FGM Awareness
  • Health and Safety
  • Use of Reasonable Force in Schools
  • Concussion Awareness

Cambridge University CPD Files (Google Drive)

  • Pedagogy: Active Learning
  • Pedagogy: Differentiation
  • Pedagogy: Language Awareness
  • Pedagogy: Assessment for Learning
  • Pedagogy: Lesson Planning

iPLS Training Files (Google Drive)

  • Orientation
  • Active Learning and Modelled English
  • Critical Thinking and Modelled Maths
  • Formative and Summative Assessment
  • Modelled Science and Wrap Up
  • Team Cohesion
  • Communication Skills
  • Conflict Management
  • Timetable, calendar, routines and duty roster planning (2024/2025)
  • Form Tutor role for transition Year 7 (2024/2025)

// STUDENTS WORK

Student Projects and Digital Work

MIT App Inventor Gallery

A showcase of practical coding and app projects built through student-centered learning.

💻 Open Project Gallery

Open Students Work Folder (Google Drive)

Project Demonstrations

Video-based demonstrations of class and club activities in coding and robotics.

🎥 Watch on YouTube

Classroom Innovation

Examples of how digital tools, computational thinking, and project work are integrated in lessons.

📱 View Featured Projects

// ACHIEVEMENTS

Professional and Personal Achievements

Professional Achievements

  • Currently writing two books with Booklist Press (Grade 10 Computer Science and ICT books).
  • Official Tech Columnist, Madafu Newspaper.
  • Authored KCSE Homestretch Computer Studies Revision Book (One Planet Publishers, 2023).
  • Created and developed computer digital games and applications.
  • Authored Computer Studies Course Guide Book (2019).
  • Academic year 2023/2024 results: Year 11 (1A, 2B), Year 6 (2P3, 15P2, 5P1).

Personal Achievements

  • Entrepreneurship.
  • Public speaking.
  • Photography.
  • Writing.
  • Designed and implemented innovative teaching strategies for diverse learners.
  • Collaborated on curriculum development projects that improved educational delivery.

// REFEREES

Professional Referees

Mr. Robert Gilliver

University Counselor, Cambridge Academy Ethiopia

✉ robert.c.gilliver@gmail.com
☎ +44 7947 253814

Mr. Cannon Mutuku

Head of Examination, Greensteds International School

✉ cmutuku@greenstedsschool.com
☎ +254 716 898 439

Ms. Gladys Juma

School Principal, MM Shah and MV Shah Academy

✉ principal@mm-mvshahacademy.ac.ke
☎ +254 727 673 043

Mr. Jasin Owili

CEO, Afribot

✉ jasinowili@gmail.com
☎ +254 701 518 100

Ms. Hemakshi Harania

Business Manager, MM Shah and MV Shah Academy

✉ bmanagerh@mm-mvshahacademy.ac.ke
☎ +254 724 007 256

// CONTACT

Get in Touch

Email

✉ alijesse0@gmail.com

Phone

☎ +254 711 353 871

WhatsApp (KE)

💬 +254 711 353 871

WhatsApp (ET)

💬 +251 904 455 920

LinkedIn

💼 Samora Marcel

YouTube

► Marcel Channel