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Sharon Chademana

Sharon Chademana

Youth Counsellor/ Teacher
Cape Town

Summary

Dynamic youth counsellor with a proven track record at Park West Gallery, excelling in strategic marketing and mentorship. Adept at implementing learning programs and fostering cross-functional teamwork, I enhance organizational effectiveness while nurturing creativity and adaptability in diverse environments. Committed to cultivating positive experiences and driving engagement through innovative initiatives.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Art Gallery Director

Park West Gallery
02.2023 - 01.2025
  • Mentored junior staff members in areas such as sales techniques, customer service skills, artwork handling procedures, and project management best practices.
  • Established a strong gallery reputation through strategic marketing campaigns, collaborations, and partnerships within the art community.

Teacher

Baby Rapha Funhouse
01.2020 - 12.2022
  • Implemented creative arts projects to develop fine motor skills and encourage self-expression among nursery-aged children.
  • Developed students'' early literacy skills through storytime sessions, engaging activities, and guided reading exercises.

Camp Instructor

Kusafiri Global Camps and Tours
01.2018 - 12.2020
  • Enhanced camper engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and team-building exercises.
  • Implemented safety protocols during activities, ensuring the wellbeing of all participants throughout the duration of the camp session.

Teacher

Golden Maggy Private School
01.2013 - 02.2016
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.

Education

Certificate - Home Based Care

The South African Red Cross Society
Cape Town
04.2001 -

Diploma - Diploma in Social Work

Women's University in Africa
Harare, Zimbabwe
04.2001 -

Certificate - Systemic Family Counselling

Connect- Zimbabwe Institute of Systemic Therapy
Harare, Zimbabwe
04.2001 -

Skills

Learning program implementation

Cross-functional teamwork

Childcare management

Organizational skills

Adabtability

Excellent communication skills

Fast Learner

Timeline

Art Gallery Director

Park West Gallery
02.2023 - 01.2025

Teacher

Baby Rapha Funhouse
01.2020 - 12.2022

Camp Instructor

Kusafiri Global Camps and Tours
01.2018 - 12.2020

Teacher

Golden Maggy Private School
01.2013 - 02.2016

Certificate - Home Based Care

The South African Red Cross Society
04.2001 -

Diploma - Diploma in Social Work

Women's University in Africa
04.2001 -

Certificate - Systemic Family Counselling

Connect- Zimbabwe Institute of Systemic Therapy
04.2001 -
Sharon ChademanaYouth Counsellor/ Teacher