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Tambudzai Domilia Maurede

Burwell,Cambridgeshire

Summary

Dedicated educator with a strong focus on enhancing scientific literacy and promoting critical thinking. Expertise in lesson planning, classroom management, and STEM integration ensures effective student engagement and support for SEN students. Proven ability to handle laboratory equipment and maintain accurate grade records, fostering a collaborative environment through parent-teacher communication. Committed to nurturing scientific curiosity and subject specialisation to inspire future innovators.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Science teacher

Passmores Academy
Harlow, essex
2024.02 - Current
  • Incorporating real-world applications of scientific theories into lessons, making material more relevant and interesting.
  • Classroom/Behaviour management- Manage behaviour and ensure that the learning environment is calm, safe and conducive for an efficient learning space.
  • Delivery of curriculum- Plan accordance to with the curriculum, engaging lessons that are adapted to suit the different needs of the learners.
  • Assessment and Feedback: Using formative assessments (questioning, quizzes, exit tasks/tickets, discussions), grading work, monitoring progress, and providing regular feedback to students.
  • Employ Adaptive-teaching strategies: Make use of teaching methods that adjust instruction while maintaining high expectations.
  • Student Support and Development: Fostering critical thinking, providing extra support for struggling students, by live marking during tasks among other things.
  • Professional Development: Keeping up to date with new developments in science and teaching methods. Participate in internal and external CPDs offered by the school.
  • Collaboration: Working with other staff members, contributing to the department's lesson plans, and attending meetings or parents' evenings.

HOD ( High School Chemistry Teacher)

Waterfalls Adventist High School
Waterfalls , Harare
2018.06 - 2023.07

• Participated in mutual lesson observations within and beyond chemistry department as part of sharing best practice.

• Inspired and motivated children to engage in chemistry, demonstrating practical relevance of scientific concepts in day-today life.

• Taught at various key stages, adapting delivery and scientific resources to suit different age groups.

• Devised exciting, engaging practical experiments to aid students' grasp of quantitative chemistry principles.

  • Managed laboratory sessions safely whilst complying with all safety regulations.
  • Participated actively in parent-teacher meetings, providing insightful updates about student performance in chemistry.
  • Adapted teaching style to cater for varying learning needs, ensuring inclusivity.
  • Utilised digital teaching tools for more engaging and interactive lessons.

A-level Chemistry Teacher

Cranborne Boys High School
Harare, Harare
2018.03 - 2018.05
  • Developed engaging lesson plans by incorporating real-world examples and interactive activities.
  • Increased student interest in chemistry with innovative teaching methods.
  • Incorporated technology into lessons to engage students and enhance learning experience.
  • Utilised differentiated instruction techniques to cater to diverse learner needs, ensured inclusive classroom environment.
  • Coordinated science fairs, increased student participation in extracurricular activities related to chemistry.
  • Utilised visual aids and practical demonstrations, made abstract concepts accessible to students.

Trainee Teacher, 09/2014 - 04/2015

Manyame Airbase High School
Harare, Harare
2014.09 - 2015.04
  • Demonstrated patience whilst addressing behavioural issues among students.
  • Assisted lead teachers in curriculum planning and implementation.
  • Utilised technology effectively in delivering lessons and tracking student progress.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with parents; updated them regularly on their ward's progress.
  • Collaborated with colleagues for development of effective lesson plans.
  • Maintained records of student attendance, grades, and behaviour reports meticulously.
  • Inspired student engagement for improved academic performance.

Science Teacher, 05/2013 - 08/201

George Stark Secondary School
Harare, Harare
2013.05 - 2013.08
  • Prepared engaging lesson plans for effective teaching.
  • Facilitated learning with hands-on activities.
  • Encouraged critical thinking through open-ended discussion sessions.
  • Administered tests, identified learning gaps and provided comprehensive feedback.

Teacher of Science, 01/2012 - 04/201

Msasa Park Pvt College
Harare, Harare
2012.01 - 2013.04
  • Encouraged student participation by creating a lively and interactive teaching atmosphere.
  • Incorporated real-world applications of scientific theories into lessons, making material more relevant and interesting.
  • Assisted weaker students after school hours, offering personalised support for better understanding of topics covered in class.
  • Established strong relationships with parents during parent-teacher meetings, promoting an open line of communication regarding student progress.
  • Prepared engaging lesson plans for effective teaching.

Instrumentation and Electronics Apprentice and Tec

Delta Beverages Limited
Harare, Harare
2006.07 - 2008.08

• Contributed to company safety standards by maintaining clean and tidy working area.

• Used observation and active listening to gain thorough understanding of processes and practices.

• Employed strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills to complete assigned tasks on time and to quality specifications.

Used various methodologies, tools and best practices in workrelated activities, following company standards to produce quality results

Data Capture Clerk, 01/2006 - 07/2006 Grain Mark

Grain Marketing Board
Kwekwe, Midlands
2006.01 - 2006.07

• Duties and responsibilities Capturing inputs data and updating farmers' accounts

• Stayed on top of daily workload with speed and efficiency.

• Kept data secure and followed proper procedures for uploading and transmitting information.

• Documented observations alongside required data.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry

University of Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe
2018.01 - 2019.12

Diploma of Higher Education - Science

Belvedere Technical Teachers' College
Zimbabwe
2014.01 - 2015.12

Certificate of Higher Education - Electronic Engineering: Instrumentation and Process Control

Masvingo Polytechnic College
Zimbabwe
2006.01 - 2007.12

A-Levels - Sciences

Guinea Fowl High School
Zimbabwe
2004.01 - 2005.12

GCSEs - Sciences

Jameson High School
Zimbabwe
2000.01 - 2003.12

Skills

  • Pedagogical expertise
  • Scientific literacy enhancement
  • Critical thinking promotion
  • Grade record keeping
  • Laboratory equipment handling
  • Scientific curiosity
  • STEM integration
  • Subject specialisation
  • Parent-Teacher collaboration
  • Lesson planning
  • Student engagement techniques
  • SEN student support
  • Classroom management

Affiliations

  • Camping
  • Baking and cooking

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Science teacher

Passmores Academy
2024.02 - Current

HOD ( High School Chemistry Teacher)

Waterfalls Adventist High School
2018.06 - 2023.07

A-level Chemistry Teacher

Cranborne Boys High School
2018.03 - 2018.05

Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry

University of Zimbabwe
2018.01 - 2019.12

Trainee Teacher, 09/2014 - 04/2015

Manyame Airbase High School
2014.09 - 2015.04

Diploma of Higher Education - Science

Belvedere Technical Teachers' College
2014.01 - 2015.12

Science Teacher, 05/2013 - 08/201

George Stark Secondary School
2013.05 - 2013.08

Teacher of Science, 01/2012 - 04/201

Msasa Park Pvt College
2012.01 - 2013.04

Instrumentation and Electronics Apprentice and Tec

Delta Beverages Limited
2006.07 - 2008.08

Data Capture Clerk, 01/2006 - 07/2006 Grain Mark

Grain Marketing Board
2006.01 - 2006.07

Certificate of Higher Education - Electronic Engineering: Instrumentation and Process Control

Masvingo Polytechnic College
2006.01 - 2007.12

A-Levels - Sciences

Guinea Fowl High School
2004.01 - 2005.12

GCSEs - Sciences

Jameson High School
2000.01 - 2003.12
Tambudzai Domilia Maurede