Hello, I'm

# Byron Ong'ale

Educator • Career Counselor • Community Leader

I help learners and professionals navigate education, career choices and personal growth — while contributing to communities that value learning, dignity and opportunity.

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✉ byronongale@gmail.com
⌖ Kakamega, Kenya
About me

## Passionate about people, learning & growth.

I am an educator, career counselor and community leader committed to supporting individuals as they discover their potential and make meaningful choices about their future.

My work brings together classroom experience, career guidance, community leadership and a growing interest in learning design and technology. I value patience, collaboration and practical learning that connects education to real life.

Byron
Byron Ong'ale
What I do

## How I can contribute

A people-first approach to education, career development and community work.

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### Teaching & Learning

Planning, delivering and assessing lessons while creating supportive classroom environments.

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### Career Guidance

Helping learners, students and professionals make informed education and career decisions.

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### Community Leadership

Building relationships and turning compassion into practical community action.

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### Digital Learning

Exploring learning design and technology to make education more engaging and accessible.

3+Years of professional experience
3 Core professional roles
4+Professional training areas
2+Years of community volunteering
Experience & impact

## My professional journey

March 2023 – Present

### Chapter Coordinator

#### A Man Must Cry Mental Health Organization

Building strong local chapters and turning compassion into community action.

January 2023 – Present

### Teacher

#### Shikulu Junior School

Planning, delivering lessons and assessing learner progress while supporting a positive learning environment.

January 2023 – Present

### Certified Career Counselor

#### Corporate Career Academy

Providing evidence-based career guidance to learners, students, professionals and career changers.

January 2021 – November 2022

### Volunteer

#### Compassion International – Maseno CDC

Assisted with events, educational materials and community activities.

Education & training

## Qualifications

### Academic Journey

- 2026 – Present
  Master's in Learning Design and Technology — Open University of Kenya
- 2015 – 2020
  Bachelor of Education Arts — Moi University, Second Class Upper
- 2010 – 2014
  KCSE — Vihiga Boys High School, B+

### Professional Training

- Quality Rights in Mental Health
- AJIRA Digital — Data Entry, Content Writing, Virtual Assistance & Transcription
- TEFL Hero — TEFL & Accreditation
- Kenya Private Sector Alliance — Digital Literacy & Proficiency

Teaching philosophy

> “Education should not only transfer knowledge; it should help people build the confidence and skills to use what they learn in real life.”

— Byron Ong'ale
Community in action

## A Man Must Cry: Community Impact

Beyond professional roles, Byron contributes to community work through A Man Must Cry, helping create spaces where people can connect, speak openly and support one another.

Real moments from Byron's community involvement
Community Outreach Working with community members to strengthen connection and support.
Community & Faith Engagement Participating in a gathering centered on community, wellbeing and support.
Building Community Together Creating relationships and encouraging shared responsibility.
Mental Health Advocacy Working alongside fellow members to promote supportive conversations around mental health.
Byron's role

As a Chapter Coordinator, Byron's work involves building strong local chapters and turning compassion into community action. These photographs provide a visual record of the people, relationships and activities behind that work.

Selected work

## Portfolio & evidence

A growing record of the work, learning and community experiences that shape Byron's professional journey.

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### Teaching Practice

Lesson planning, classroom activities and learner assessment evidence.

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### Career Guidance

Career talks, counseling activities and education pathway resources.

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### Community Impact

Community leadership, volunteering and advocacy activities.

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### Certificates

Professional development and continuous learning achievements.

Let's connect

## Start a conversation.

For education, career guidance, collaboration or community initiatives, feel free to reach out.

Email byronongale@gmail.com
LocationKakamega, Kenya
Professional interestsEducation • Career Development • Learning Technology • Community Leadership