•Fostered students' commitment to lifelong learning by connecting course materials to current events and real life situations.•Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.•Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels using OpenSciEd curriculum

•Scheduled and coordinated events and activities.•Administered first aid in emergency situations.•Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.•Promoted safe water practices and performed preventive action, emergent response and first-aid.