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Mongezi Mthimkulu
Teaching Assistant
Cape Town
Summary
Dedicated Teaching Assistant focused on supporting faculty with classroom needs. Successful at maintaining clean and organized supplies, planning activities and leading field trips. Excellent tutor, record keeper and multitasker.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teaching Assistant
University of the Western Cape
Cape Town
02.2022 - Current
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Assisted in maintaining an engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Maintained laboratory safety by demonstrating equipment and techniques.
- Taught courses under the guidance of senior instructors.
Mathematics and Physical Science Tutor
Metropole south education district
Cape Town
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Physics Tutor
University of the Western Cape
Cape Town
02.2017 - 11.2021
- Helped students develop and utilize analytical approaches to solving physics problems.
- I tutored first and second students in introductory, intermediate, and advanced physics concepts.
- Held regular open tutoring hours in addition to providing appointment-based services.
- Applied mathematics to complete complex calculations required for physics formulas.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Coached and mentored less-experienced tutors to observe and measure outcomes.
- Taught students remotely using online video chat platforms and other delivery channels.
Facilitator
Cape Town Science Center
Cape Town
02.2019 - 11.2019
- Delivered upbeat and interesting presentations to promote customer impulse buying and enhance loyalty.
- Used diverse teaching materials and motivational approaches to reduce learning gaps and instruct students.
Education
Master of Science - Computer Science
University of The Western Cape
Cape Town, South Africa 02.2015 - 11.2016
Bachelor of Science - Physical Sciences
University of The Western Cape
Cape Town, South Africa 02.2017 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Science (Hons) - Physical Sciences
University of The Western Cape
Cape Town, South Africa 02.2020 - 11.2020
Master of Science - Nanoscience
University of The Western CapeM
Cape Town, South Africa 02.2021 - Current
Certificate - Software Engineering
ALX Software Engineering Program
Cape Town, South Africa 05.2023 - Current
Skills
Individual and group instruction
Student Supervision
Decision-Making
Flexible and Adaptable
Mentoring students
Writing
Software
Java
Quote
Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
Certificate - Software Engineering
ALX Software Engineering Program
05.2023 - Current
Mathematics and Physical Science Tutor
Metropole south education district
03.2022 - 09.2022
Teaching Assistant
University of the Western Cape
02.2022 - Current
Master of Science - Nanoscience
University of The Western CapeM
02.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science (Hons) - Physical Sciences
University of The Western Cape
02.2020 - 11.2020
Facilitator
Cape Town Science Center
02.2019 - 11.2019
Physics Tutor
University of the Western Cape
02.2017 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Physical Sciences
University of The Western Cape
02.2017 - 11.2019
Master of Science - Computer Science
University of The Western Cape
02.2015 - 11.2016