WENDY MEMORY RUFARO CHIDAWANYIKA
CHITUNGWIZA,ZIMBABWE
Summary
Educational leader with extensive experience in strategic planning, team building, and school development management. Proven ability in public speaking and parental engagement, complemented by exceptional communication skills. Expertise in curriculum standards and special educational needs supports effective lesson planning and pupil behaviour management. Committed to performance evaluation, staff supervision, and adherence to government education guidelines, with a focus on innovative program development. Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
6033
6033
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Teaching grade 4 - 7
SEKE 7 PRIMARY SCHOOL
Chitungwiza
2017.09 - 2026.02
- Instruction and Planning-Developing and delivering lesson plans, using various teaching methods to cater to diverse pupil's needs and abilities
- Assessment and feedback- designing assessments to measure student progress, providing timely and constructive feedback to aid learning
- Classroom Management - Establishing and enforcing clear rules for behaviour to maintain orderly and respectful learning environment
- Professional Development - Engaging in continuous learning to stay updated on educational trends, methodologies and technology
- Extracurricular Involvement-Supervising extra -mural activities and school events.
- Administration and Communication-Maintaining accurate records, communicating with parents and stakeholders and attending staff meetings.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Teaching grade 4 - 7
SEKE 7 PRIMARY SCHOOL
Chitungwiza
2017.09 - 2026.02
Teaching infants
CHINAMANO PRIMARY SCHOOL
Harare
2008.05 - 2017.08
- Instruction and Planning-Developing and delivering lesson plans, using various teaching methods to cater to diverse pupil's needs and abilities
Assessment and feedback- designing assessments to measure student progress, providing timely and constructive feedback to aid learning - Classroom Management - Establishing and enforcing clear rules for behaviour to maintain orderly and respectful learning environment
- Professional Development - Engaging in continuous learning to stay updated on educational trends, methodologies and technology
- Extracurricular Involvement-Supervising extra -mural activities and school events.
- Administration and Communication-Maintaining accurate records, communicating with parents and stakeholders and attending staff meetings.
Teaching infants
CHINAMANO PRIMARY SCHOOL
Harare
2008.05 - 2017.08
Teaching infants
SAGAMBE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Honde Valley
2008.02 - 2017.03
- Curriculum and Learning - developing and implementing age-appropriate curriculum, play-based learning activities covering literacy, numeracy, science and arts. This includes introducing basic concepts like shapes, colours and for older infants, early reading/writing.
- Safety and Care- Directly supervising children at all times to ensure a safe environment. This includes managing meals, assisting with hygiene (toileting) and ensuring clean classroom.
- Development and observation- Monitoring and assessing each child's physical, emotional and cognitive development milestones. Identifying potential development or behavioural issues early.
- Communication-regularly updating parents or guardians regarding their child's daily progress, routines and any health or behavioural concerns.
- Administration-Maintaining daily diaries, attendance and preparing for school mandated curriculum requirements .
Teaching infants
SAGAMBE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Honde Valley
2008.02 - 2017.03
Education
MASTER OF EDUCATION - EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT
ZIMBABWE OPEN UNIVERSITY
HARAREBACHELOR OF EDUCATION - EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT
ZIMBABWE OPEN UNIVERSITY
HARAREDiploma in Education - Diploma Education
MARYMOUNT TEACHERS COLLEGE
MUTARE11.2007
ORDINARY LEVEL -
HARTZEL HIGH SCHOOL
MUTARE12.2001
Skills
- Self-motivation
- Results orientation
- Analytical thinking
- Report writing skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Communication skills
- Strategic planning expertise
- Leadership and Collaborative skills
- Team building skills
- Knowledge of national curriculum
- Educational research proficiency
- Parent-Teacher liaison experience
- Health and Safety Compliance knowledge
- School development plan management
- Experience in Teachers Supervision duties
- Staff performance evaluation skills
- Disciplinary procedures imposition expertise
- Government education guidelines compliance
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Lesson planning mastery
Languages
English
Shona
Activities
- Handball - coach
- Athletics - trainer
Attributes
- Good organizational skills
- Good communicator
- Responsible, self-drive and adaptive
- Team work oriented and innovative
- Self-starter, who is able to work under pressure with minimum supervision
Custom Section
None
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 18 MARCH 1984
- Gender: FEMALE
- Nationality: ZIMBABWEAN
- Marital status: SINGLE
- Religion: CHRISTIAN
- ID Type: National ID
- ID Number: 75-367316-V-50
References
- Mr Maturura, Sagambe Primary School, Post Office Box 100, Hauna, +263 775 084 339
- Mr Marozva, Seke 7 Primary School, Post Office Box 541, Chitungwiza, Harare, +263 773 621 511
- Zimbabwe Open University (ZOU) Headquarters, Post Office Box MP 1119, Mount Pleasant, Harare
Affiliations
- Travelling and adventure
- Gardening
- Playing Netball and Volleyball
- Handball and athletics trainer
- Music singing and training
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teaching grade 4 - 7
SEKE 7 PRIMARY SCHOOL
2017.09 - 2026.02
Teaching grade 4 - 7
SEKE 7 PRIMARY SCHOOL
2017.09 - 2026.02
Teaching infants
CHINAMANO PRIMARY SCHOOL
2008.05 - 2017.08
Teaching infants
CHINAMANO PRIMARY SCHOOL
2008.05 - 2017.08
Teaching infants
SAGAMBE PRIMARY SCHOOL
2008.02 - 2017.03
Teaching infants
SAGAMBE PRIMARY SCHOOL
2008.02 - 2017.03
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION - EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT
ZIMBABWE OPEN UNIVERSITY
MASTER OF EDUCATION - EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT
ZIMBABWE OPEN UNIVERSITY
Diploma in Education - Diploma Education
MARYMOUNT TEACHERS COLLEGE
ORDINARY LEVEL -
HARTZEL HIGH SCHOOL