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Garikayi Tsvakwi

Garikayi Tsvakwi

Educator; Biotechnologist
EMalahleni

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Biotechnologist

Midlands Public Laboratory
  • Worked in tandem with regulatory authorities to deploy organisms and products developed through biotechnology processes.
  • Collected and tested samples of cells, tissues, and blood to conduct studies.
  • Determined influence of internal and external environments on animal, plant and bacterial processes.
  • Examined and studied chemical, physical and genetic makeup of cells, tissues and organisms.

Deputy Principal

Mpumalanga Department Of Education
07.2018 - Current
  • Served as a positive role model and leader within the school community, fostering an environment of respect, trust, and support among all stakeholders.
  • Promoted a safe and inclusive learning environment by addressing student needs, both academically and emotionally.
  • Coordinated community outreach efforts to strengthen partnerships between the school and local organizations.
  • Led cross-disciplinary teams to develop integrated curricula, fostering critical thinking skills in students.
  • Championed innovative teaching methods that increased student achievement across multiple subject areas.
  • Organized extracurricular activities that promoted leadership skills, teamwork, and personal growth among students.
  • Addressed disciplinary issues fairly and consistently while maintaining open lines of communication with parents or guardians involved.
  • Teaching Physical Sciences Grade 11 and 12

Departmental Head Science and Mathematics

Mpumalanga Department Of Education
01.2016 - 06.2018
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Teaching Physical Sciences and Life Sciences Grades 11 and 12
  • Teaching Mathematics Grade 9

Educator

Mpumalanga Department Of Education
02.2010 - 12.2015
  • Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
  • Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
  • Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
  • Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
  • Provided constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and academic growth.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
  • Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
  • Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
  • Teaching Physical Sciences, Life Sciences and Agricultural Science Grades 10-12

Educator

Department Of Education Zimbabwe
08.2006 - 09.2008
  • Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
  • Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
  • Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
  • Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
  • Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
  • Teaching Chemistry and Biology A'Level

Educator

Department Of Education Zimbabwe
01.1999 - 08.2001
  • Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
  • Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
  • Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
  • Teaching Combined Sciences, Biology and Physical Science

Timeline

Deputy Principal

Mpumalanga Department Of Education
07.2018 - Current

Departmental Head Science and Mathematics

Mpumalanga Department Of Education
01.2016 - 06.2018

Educator

Mpumalanga Department Of Education
02.2010 - 12.2015

Educator

Department Of Education Zimbabwe
08.2006 - 09.2008

Educator

Department Of Education Zimbabwe
01.1999 - 08.2001

Medical Biotechnologist

Midlands Public Laboratory
Garikayi Tsvakwi Educator; Biotechnologist