Profile Overview

A self-motivated educational psychologist with vast experience as a teacher, lecturer, and psychologist. Interested in curricula and pedagogy, learner development, behavior, and independence. A passionate and dedicated team player with excellent communication and collaborative skills, possessing a track record of goal setting and achievement.

Education

• 2020 – 2024: Ph.D. in Educational Psychology, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology
  Thesis: Psychological Effects of Scaffolding as an Instructional Approach to Teaching English in Secondary Schools in Kenya
• 2016 – 2019: Master of Education in Educational Psychology, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology
  Thesis: Relationship Between Group Polarization and Attitude Towards Work Among Secondary School Teachers in Gucha Sub-County, Kenya
• 1998 – 2002: Bachelor of Education (Arts), Moi University

Work Experience

University Experience

2022 – Present: Part-time Lecturer, University of Kabianga

• Developing instructional materials and assessment tools in Educational Psychology, Life Skills, and Community Service Learning
• Delivering lectures
• Evaluating and assessing students
• Providing academic support and career guidance
• Assisting with research, data analysis, and project writing

High School Teaching Experience

2003 – Present: Teacher, Teachers Service Commission

• 2021 – Present: Sameta High School
• 2018 – 2021: Nyabururu Girls High School
• 2014 – 2018: Nyamonyo High School
• 2006 – 2014: Nyangusu Mixed Secondary School
• 2003 – 2006: Getai Secondary School

Responsibilities:

• Head of the Guidance and Counselling Department
• Head of the Languages Department
• Head of Subject – English and Literature
• Teaching English and Literature
• Teaching Life Skills

Professional Membership

Member of the Kenya Psychological Association
Membership Number: KPsyA/FM/719/2023

Additional Skills

• Guidance and Counseling
• Curriculum Development
• Computer Literacy
• Research and Data Analysis
• Communication Skills

Refereed Publications

1. Ayiera, E.K. (2025). Effects of scaffolding on English Language learners’ self-efficacy. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Sciences, 4(17), 1–17. DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS
2. Ayiera, E.K., Owaa, J., & Mwebi, B. (2025). Effects of scaffolding on English language learners’ academic buoyancy. American Journal of Education and Practice, 9(1), 1–20. DOI: 10.47672/ajep.2619
3. Ayiera, E.K., Owaa, J., & Mwebi, B. (2024). Effects of scaffolding on English achievement among secondary school learners in Kenyenya Sub-County, Kenya. International Journal of Novel Research in Education and Learning, 11(3), 1–8. DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.11162875
4. Ayiera, E.K., Owaa, J., & Mwebi, B. (2024). Effects of scaffolding on interest to learn English among secondary school learners in Kenyenya Sub-County, Kenya. International Journal for Novel Research in Education and Learning, 11(3), 89–98. DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.12513856
5. Ayiera, E.K., Aloka, J.P., & Mwebi, B. (2018). Relationship between Group Polarization and Attitude Towards Work among Secondary School Teachers in Gucha Sub-County, Kenya. International Journal of Novel Research in Education and Learning, 5(3), 36–72.
6. Ayiera, E.K., Aloka, J.P., & Mwebi, B. (2018). Relationship between Social Comparison and Persuasive Arguments and Attitude Towards Work Among Teachers. View Publication