Plaxedes Muringani
Secondary, Senior Primary and ESL Teacher
Germiston
Summary
Dedicated and student-centred qualified teacher with over 8 years of experience teaching primary, secondary and tertiary students. Holds a Bachelor of Education specialising in English and Geography, a Master of Education in Inclusive Education, and a Level 5 TEFL Diploma (420 hours). Experienced in teaching English across upper primary and secondary levels, including English Language and Literature. Strong knowledge of lesson planning, curriculum delivery, assessment, literacy development, differentiated instruction and learner progress monitoring. Experienced in supporting students from diverse linguistic, cultural and educational backgrounds. Highly organised and skilled in planning and delivering engaging lessons, preparing teaching and learning materials, assessing student progress, providing targeted intervention and maintaining positive, well-managed learning environments. Committed to inclusive, student-centred education and supporting both academic achievement and learner wellbeing.
Overview
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Certification
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11
years of professional experience
Work History
PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER
East Rand Academy of Excellence
Germiston
01.2025 - 04.2026
- Planned and delivered engaging lessons in English, Geography, Social Sciences, History and other primary subjects to enhance learner understanding and interest.
- Taught Grade 5 learners across the curriculum, with the exception of Afrikaans.
- Designed differentiated lessons to meet the needs of learners with varied academic abilities, learning needs and linguistic backgrounds.
- Used scaffolding, formative assessment and targeted intervention to support learner progress and achievement.
- Supported learners experiencing language and academic barriers through individualised assistance and remedial strategies.
- Supported an English Second Language learner from Mozambique to improve from approximately 10% to 40% in English.
- Achieved an approximate 90% class average through effective instruction, assessment, classroom management and learner support.
- Created an inclusive classroom environment that encouraged participation from learners of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, fostering a sense of belonging.
- Integrated multicultural and real-world perspectives into teaching to enhance critical thinking and promote global awareness among students.
ENGLISH TEACHER
Johannesburg Polytechnic Institute (JPI)
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Planned and delivered curriculum-aligned English lessons appropriate to students' learning needs and levels.
- Developed and implemented curriculum-aligned teaching materials, assessments, and interactive classroom activities to enhance student engagement.
- Instructed Grade 8 and Grade 9 students in English, fostering critical thinking and communication skills.
- Tracked student progress and offered targeted feedback and academic support to promote individual growth.
- Applied differentiated teaching strategies to support students with varied abilities and learning needs.
- Supported the development of English language, literacy, communication and critical-thinking skills.
- Managed classroom routines and maintained a positive, respectful and productive learning environment.
- Participated in school activities and fulfilled wider professional responsibilities expected of a classroom teacher.
UNIVERSITY TUTOR
University of the Witwatersrand
Johannesburg
01.2017 - 02.2023
- Facilitated discussions to enhance students' academic literacy, critical thinking, and comprehension of course concepts.
- Delivered individual academic support and constructive feedback to foster student development and confidence.
- Assisted students in grasping complex academic topics, enhancing their understanding of concepts and boosting participation in learning.
- Tutored first-year university students in Educational Psychology and Sociology.
- Supported students from diverse linguistic, cultural and educational backgrounds.
SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHER
St Mary's Secondary School
Beitbridge
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Improved the O-Level pass rate from approximately 32% to 97% through targeted intervention and structured learner support.
- Supported a cohort that achieved 58 distinctions.
- Recognised as Best Teacher in Beitbridge District for teaching performance and learner achievement.
- Planned and delivered engaging, curriculum-aligned lessons and assessments, enhancing student understanding and performance.
- Prepared students for academic assessments through structured revision, targeted intervention and learner-centred teaching.
- Provided tailored academic and remedial support to students, fostering individual progress and confidence.
- Taught classes of up to 40 learners, demonstrating strong classroom management, organisation and communication skills.
- Delivered counselling sessions to learners, effectively addressing academic and personal challenges to promote overall well-being.
Education
MASTER OF EDUCATION - inclusive education
University of the Witwatersrand (Wits)
South Africa01-2023
HONOURS DEGREE - inclusive education
University of the Witwatersrand
South Africa01-2019
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION - ENGLISH & GEOGRAPHY
University of the Witwatersrand
South Africa01-2018
Skills
- Curriculum delivery
- Curriculum Planning and Organisation
- Primary and Secondary English Teaching
- EAL support
- Literacy Development
- Literacy skills
- Assessment strategies
- Progress monitoring
- Differentiated instruction
- Inclusive education
- Classroom Management
- Pastoral care
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Level 5 TEFL Diploma, 420 Hours (i-to-i TEFL)
- IELTS Academic, C1 English Proficiency
Accomplishments
- Over 8 years of teaching experience across primary, secondary and tertiary education
- Improved an O-Level pass rate from approximately 32% to 97%
- Supported learners to achieve 58 distinctions
- Recognised as Best Teacher in Beitbridge District
- Achieved an approximate 90% Grade 5 class average
- Supported an English Second Language learner to improve from approximately 10% to 40% in English
- Holds a Master's Degree in Inclusive Education
- Holds a Bachelor of Education specialising in English and Geography
- Completed a 420-hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma
References
- Former HOD, Educational Studies, University of the Witwatersrand
- HOD, East Rand Academy of Excellence
- HOD, Johannesburg Polytechnic Institute (JPI) High School
Personal Information
Relocation: Available for International Relocation
HONOURS & AWARDS
- Post Merit Award — Awarded in recognition of outstanding academic achievement.
- Golden Key International Honour Society — Member, University of the Witwatersrand.
- Best Teacher – Beitbridge District — Recognised for outstanding teaching performance and learner achievement.
Timeline
PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER
East Rand Academy of Excellence
01.2025 - 04.2026
ENGLISH TEACHER
Johannesburg Polytechnic Institute (JPI)
03.2023 - 12.2023
UNIVERSITY TUTOR
University of the Witwatersrand
01.2017 - 02.2023
SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHER
St Mary's Secondary School
01.2015 - 01.2017
MASTER OF EDUCATION - inclusive education
University of the Witwatersrand (Wits)
HONOURS DEGREE - inclusive education
University of the Witwatersrand
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION - ENGLISH & GEOGRAPHY
University of the Witwatersrand