Obrain C. Kanyemba
Primary School Teacher
Port Elizabeth,Eastern Cape
Summary
I’m a qualified teacher, skilled in sporting codes like hockey and athletics who is looking for an opportunity to exercise and impart the skills that l possess to young learners in trying to build their future.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Private Home Tutor
Self Employed
Port Elizabeth
- Conducted group tutoring sessions to help students engage active learning and critical thinking skills.
- Enabled underachieving students to reach target attainment levels by providing individualized coaching and activities.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Used variety of teaching methods to successfully help wide range of students.
- Conducted tutoring sessions at schools, homes and public spaces.
- Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.
- Mentored and coached students with focus on developing independence and self-confidence.
Mathematics Teacher
Blessing Christian Academy
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
01.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Driver
Uber
Port Elizabeth
06.2019 - Current
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads, and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Accepted and processed fares.
- Used GPS to determine fastest route to destinations in order to save riders money and maximize availability.
- Placed safety as top priority for rides and followed community guidelines for engaging emergency personnel.
- Picked up riders at designated locations and greeted upon vehicle entry.
- Cleaned and sanitized rideshare vehicle to avoid germ and infection spread.
- Monitored traffic patterns and adjusted routes to minimize travel time.
- Followed company guidelines and policies when interacting with passengers.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other drivers to coordinate passenger pickups and drop-offs.
- Adhered to all safety regulations and traffic laws while driving.
- Completed daily vehicle maintenance and repair to guarantee dependable and safe ride.
Student Teacher
Ministry of Education of Zimbabwe
Shamva
09.2016 - 03.2018
- Developed and implemented lessons for students, administered tests and evaluations and analyzed student performance
- Administered, graded and evaluated student work and tests, fostered a positive classroom environment encouraging learning and promoting student growth
- Participated in parent conferences, conducted small group activities and also conducted lessons to a large group of students
- Personal Details: Surname- Kanyemba
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
Education
DIP;OMA IN EDUCATION - Education
Madziwa Teacher’s College
Zimbabwe 01.2016 - 11.2018
A Levels - Education
Chindunduma High School
Zimbabwe 01.2013 - 11.2014
O LEVELS -
CHINDUNDUMA HGH 2 SCHOOL
ZIMBABWE 01.2009 - 11.2014
HONOURS DEGREE BACHELORS OF EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT - EDUCATION
ZIMBABWE OPEN UNIVERSITY
ZIMBABWE 09.2024 - Current
Skills
Additional Education/Skills-Drivers License Code 8, PDPKeep the Dream Typing School (2021) 24 wpm/ 85%accuracy/ 20 wpm adjusted
Special education
Elementary education
Algebra building blocks
Verbal and written communication
Middle school education
Online tutoring
Math skill evaluation
Accomplishments
- Earned "Award" for being the best student at college
- Awarded "Best Student " in 2016-2018
- Best student teacher Male hockey player 2018
Certification
Typing School 24W/m
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, give him power.
Abraham Lincoln
Timeline
HONOURS DEGREE BACHELORS OF EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT - EDUCATION
ZIMBABWE OPEN UNIVERSITY
09.2024 - Current
Mathematics Teacher
Blessing Christian Academy
01.2024 - Current
TOFEL/TEFL CERTIFICATE
07-2023
Typing School 24W/m
03-2021
Driver
Uber
06.2019 - Current
Student Teacher
Ministry of Education of Zimbabwe
09.2016 - 03.2018
DIP;OMA IN EDUCATION - Education
Madziwa Teacher’s College
01.2016 - 11.2018
A Levels - Education
Chindunduma High School
01.2013 - 11.2014
O LEVELS -
CHINDUNDUMA HGH 2 SCHOOL
01.2009 - 11.2014
Private Home Tutor
Self Employed