vivian chuchu
Teacher
Johannesburg,Gauteng
Summary
Compassionate educator offering 11 year background developing assessment and treatment plans, accurately recording progress notes and providing an inspiring education and counseling. Kind-hearted and friendly professional with expertise in Social sciences,research, management and mentorship. Superb communication, multitasking and time management abilities.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Resident Teacher
NOVA PIONEER ACADEMIES
Johannesburg
01.2017 - Current
- Planning, implementing and supervising the curriculum (Cambridge) for the class by school policies and philosophy
- Observing, reflecting and documenting individual and group experiences
- Keeping a portfolio for each child with dated work that shows a progression of skill, interest and activity
- Using documentation and portfolios as a guide for developing curriculum
- Gearing the program to the needs of the individual child with concern for their interests, needs, and pace of learning
- Developing individual goals for each child while being mindful of group dynamics and collaboration
- Taking responsibility for the arrangement, appearance and learning environment of the classroom and common areas such as hallways, play areas, staff room, and kitchen
- Leaving the rooms clean and tidy at the end of each day
- This includes dusting and wiping shelves, organizing areas and keeping closets neat and orderly
- Working with the other teachers and taking some responsibility for staff and student interrelationships
- Maintaining communication with parents and conducting all parent conferences
- Attending daily team meetings, weekly staff meetings, and other meetings as reasonably requested by the Head of School
- Attending all parent meetings and school functions
- Reading child development journals and books regularly
- Attending one parent workday per year
- Writing and distributing weekly updates to parents
- Completing the Accident Forms when needed
- Greeting parents in a courteous, professional manner
- Completing Staff Assessments, Peer Observation & Feedback forms
- Meeting with the Head of School to discuss performance and growth strategies
- Maintaining a positive attitude toward the school
- Discussing with the Head of School personal dissatisfaction when it arises
- Working together as a team, being respectful of each person's contributions and style.
- Mentored junior residents and provided constructive feedback on performance, helping them enhance their clinical skills.
- Participated in 10 assigned educational conferences and professional development.
Regional Supervisor
Khulisani cum ICAN
Johannesburg
09.2012 - 09.2013
- Managing vending carts
- Completion of weekly/monthly stock sheets and reports - (vending carts)
- Managing disabled staff
- Managing money
- Organizing training of 15 vendors per year.
- Job Coaching
Student Helper (Tutor)
University of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg
02.2012 - 06.2012
- Facilitating two tutorials each week for 30 students.
- Marking assignments based on material covered in tutorial and course
- Chaperoning students on field trips
- Invigilating Tests and Examinations
- Collaborated with faculty to implement creative teaching methods that fostered student engagement and improved retention rates.
- Boosted academic support services availability by proctoring study halls for students seeking extra help with coursework or test preparation.
Primary School Teacher
Ministry of Education, Sports & Culture
Harare
01.2002 - 09.2006
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
- Fostered positive and pleasant classroom culture while maintaining learning development goals.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Boosted student confidence through regular feedback on their work and providing opportunities for self-assessment, leading to higher levels of motivation and engagement in the classroom.
- Provided individualized support to struggling students through targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Sciences
University of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg 01.2011 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Women's University in Africa
Harare,Zimbabwe 09.2007 - 10.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Teaching
Mkoba Teachers College
Gweru,Zimbabwe 01.1999 - 12.2001
Skills
1 Excellent networking skills 2 Adaptable to change 3 Problem solver 4 Effective communicator 5 Technologically Proficiency
undefinedTimeline
Senior Resident Teacher
NOVA PIONEER ACADEMIES
01.2017 - Current
Regional Supervisor
Khulisani cum ICAN
09.2012 - 09.2013
Student Helper (Tutor)
University of The Witwatersrand
02.2012 - 06.2012
Master of Arts - Social Sciences
University of The Witwatersrand
01.2011 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Women's University in Africa
09.2007 - 10.2010
Primary School Teacher
Ministry of Education, Sports & Culture
01.2002 - 09.2006
Some College (No Degree) - Teaching
Mkoba Teachers College
01.1999 - 12.2001
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