Tapson Kaunda
Teacher
Randburg
Summary
- Designing & Delivering targeted individual Mathematics and Sciences - Guiding and assisting teachers with in-class support, differentiation and Assessment. Development and implementation of policies & curriculum - Differentiation for classroom teaching. Management of academic staff in consultation with the school head; - Oversight of the Senior Primary Curriculum and management of Subject Heads - Design of school report and assessment system - Design and Implementation of school policies. Management of academic staff in consultation with the school head; - Oversight of the Senior Primary Curriculum and management of Subject Heads - Design of school report and assessment system - Design and Implementation of school policies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Head Of Department - Mathematics
Newton House School
01.2014 - Current
- As HOD (Natural Sciences and Technology), I introduced the use of school personalised booklets for Natural Sciences and Technology (Grades 4 - 7)
- Introduced Grade 7 Technology curriculum, developed materials selection and compile booklets.
- Introduced and piloted the use of Mathematics booklets that helped save the school money from buying students' Textbooks.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment
Sciences Head Of Department
Newton House School
01.2014 - Current
As HOD (Natural Sciences and Technology), I introduced the use of school personalised booklets for Natural Sciences and Technology (Grades 4 - 7).
Introduced Grade 7 Technology curriculum, developed materials selection and compile booklets.
Mathematics Teacher
St Stithians Boys Preparatory School
01.2009 - 12.2013
- Highly-qualified Teacher focused on improving classroom instruction, discipline and course material
- Experience in developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering Mathematics, Natural Sciences and Technology, Computers and Robotics
- Offering 8 years of education experience in a Learner Assisted environment (Newton House School).
Education
Bachelor Of Education - Education
University Of South Africa (UNISA)
Gaunteng 01.2009 - 05.2013
Bachelors of Education (B Ed) - Education
UNISA
Gauteng, South Africa 01.2024 - Current
Skills
Head Of Department - Mathematics
Head Of Department - Natural Sciences and Technology
Head Of Department - Computers
References
- DR H.E Staples, 082 856 6095, headmaster@newtonhouse.co.za
- Mrs Retha van Niekerk, 072 613 3669, rvanniekerk@newtonhouse.co.za
Extracurricular Activities
Languages: English Projects: Maintains up-to-date understanding of trends in education and incorporates multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom. Communicates frequently with parents, students and executive to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies. Promotes physical, mental and social development using classroom games and hand-on learning to achieve student participation. Hold parent meetings to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals. Hold subject head and grade head meetings. Organising school outings and school camps. Moderate Natural Sciences and Technology tests and examinations.
Timeline
Bachelors of Education (B Ed) - Education
UNISA
01.2024 - Current
Head Of Department - Mathematics
Newton House School
01.2014 - Current
Sciences Head Of Department
Newton House School
01.2014 - Current
Mathematics Teacher
St Stithians Boys Preparatory School
01.2009 - 12.2013
Bachelor Of Education - Education
University Of South Africa (UNISA)
01.2009 - 05.2013