CONTACT DETAILS
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania ELIAS BIYA
eliasbiya8@gmail.com
+255 767 611 631
PERSONAL PROFILE
I'm an Art Teacher with a respect for diversity
and the ability to adjust teaching techniques
and instructional materials to fit my learners'
various needs and interests. I am confident,
creative and a lifelong learner who is always
seeking out new and innovative ways to
engage my students and help them reach their
full potential. At the moment, I am completing
a dissertation for a Master of Arts in Fine Arts
degree at the University of Dar es Salaam.
. Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use
LANGUAGE
• English – Fluent
• Swahili – Native
EDUCATION
In progress University of Dar es Salaam
Master of Arts in Fine Arts
(Expected graduation - May 2024)
2015– 2018 University of Dar es Salaam
Bachelor of Arts with Education
(Art & Design and History)
Art & Design Teacher
WORK EXPERIENCE
Art & Design Teacher
Dar es Salaam Independent School | Nov 2018 - Present
Responsibilities
Teaching students about the creation of art, art history, as well as
art theory, according to the Cambridge curriculum.
Set and maintain acceptable standards of classroom behavior to
establish an orderly learning environment.
Monitoring inventory and sourcing art supplies, as needed.
Incorporate new technologies and tools in the creative process.
Assist students with effective display and presentation of their
works.
Recording and reporting on students' progress.
Plan contests and organise annual art exhibitions.
Preparing schemes of work, lesson plans and tests.
information to adjust teaching strategies.
Designing and creating posters, banners and flyers for different
school events and campaigns.
Pursue professional development on a regular basis.
Children's book illustrator
Self-employed | Jun 2021 - Present
Responsibilities
Create images that accompany a story or text.
Depicting characters and worlds based on descriptions.
Working in a variety of both physical and digital mediums.
Working on projects targeted at different ages, interests, and
demographics.
Collaborating with in-house writers, editors, and marketers.
Brainstorming ideas for new books and projects.
Book designer
Self-employed | Jun 2021 - Present
Responsibilities
Designing layouts and interiors for children's books, ensuring that
they are visually appealing and engaging for young readers.
Creating cover designs that are both eye-catching and reflective of
the content of the book.
Selecting fonts that are appropriate for the target audience and
the genre of the book.
Working with authors and editors to ensure that the final product
meets their expectations.
Graphic designer
Self-employed | Nov 2018 - Present
Responsibilities
Study design briefs and determine requirements.
Conceptualize visuals based on requirements.
Develop illustrations, logos and other designs using software or by
hand.
Amend designs based on stakeholder and client feedback.
Upskill to keep up-to-date with the latest tools and technologies.
TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
05 – 30 May 2021
Cambridge Assessment International Education
Certificate of Extension Cambridge Primary Art and
Design (0067) course
12 Feb– 29 Mar 2020
Cambridge Assessment International Education
Certificate of Introductory Cambridge Primary Art
and Design (0067) course
14 Jan - 22 Mar 2019
Dar es Salaam International Academy
Teacher Training Program
Certificate of Completion
11 November 2018
Dar es Salaam International Academy
Teacher Training Weekend Workshop
Certificate of Completion
SKILLS
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent presentation and organizational skills..
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office Programs).
• Confident and self-motivated,
• Good team player.
• Familiarity with design software and
technologies (such as InDesign, Illustrator, and
Photoshop).
• Good listening skills.
• Innovative and creative.
• Leadership Skills.
• Time management skills.
• Adaptable and flexible. Able to work within a
multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment.
REFERENCE
Dr Dinnah Enock
University of Dar es Salaam
Art & Design Lecturer
edinnah@yahoo.com
+255 713 315 904
Ms Gladness Kinyisi
Dar es Salaam Independent School
Upper Primary Coordinator
kinyisigladness@gmail.com
+255 677 284 151
Ms Hellen Isaac
Dar es Salaam Independent School
Early Years Coordinator
hellenisaac01@gmail.com
+255 758 207 078