Charisse Elsie Tapfuma(Langeveldt)

1 Schmitt Ave, St. Martins

Harare, Zimbabwe

[email protected]

+263777207468

PERSONAL SUMMARY

A caring teacher who has a passion for working with children. A positively motivated, energetic team player who has a strong desire to grow a career in the field of early childhood education. Always ensure that each child gets as much individual attention as possible, and am fully committed to raising standards and maximising pupil progress. I have a long track record of delivering quality care and learning opportunities to children aged between two and eight years old, and am more than willing to assume ultimate responsibility for the development of children under my care. Having over 8 years teaching. Right now I am looking to join a modern school with very good facilities, and which believes in nurturing talent and supporting their staff to learn and improve every step of the way.

CAREER HISTORY

Play Pals International Preschool May 2019 – to date

Preschool Teacher (1 1/2 – 2year olds)

Duties:

Teaching basic colours, shapes and numbers etc.

Developing interesting and engaging lessons for the children.

Using visual aids to teach the children.

Updating child development reports.

Monitoring children during playtime in indoor and outdoor activities.

Riverlodge International School September 2016 – March 2019

Admin Assistant and ECD A Teacher(4 year olds)

Duties:

Receiving and recording payments

Following up on outstanding payments

Communicating with parents

Typing and printing

Developing interesting and engaging lessons for children.

Using visual aids to teach children.

Meeting with parents and explaining to them the progress and development of their children.

Taking part in extra activities.

Updating child development reports.

Keeping the playground area safe and secure.

Sunderland Primary Correspondence School.

Grade 1 and 2 Teacher – January 2015 – April 2016

Duties:

Developing lesson plans as per curriculum.

Teaching phonetic sounds.

Conducting tests for students on a monthly and weekly basis to track their progress.

Responsible in conducting extracurricular activities for the students.

Helping and guiding the weak students in their curriculum.

Arrange Parents Teacher Meeting.

Maintain discipline in the classroom.

Maintaining the attendance register of students.

Maintaining up to date classrooms display.

Help managing student behaviour.

Tiny Footprints Nursery School(Montessori)

Preschool Teacher – January 2012 – December 2014

Duties:

Developing interesting and engaging lessons for children.

Ensuring a good balance of active and quiet lessons.

Using visual aids to teach children.

Meeting with parents and explaining to them the progress and development of their children.

Taking part in extra activities.

Updating child development reports.

Taking the class register first thing in the morning.

Keeping the playground area safe and secure.

Covenant Academy

Grade 0 and 1 Teacher – May 2007 – September 2011(A.C.E Supervisor)

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Professional

Having patience and self-control when dealing with young children and their parents.

Good planning and preparation skills.

Patient by nature and not easily irritated.

Can work as a part of a team.

Able to take over all classroom activities in the absence of the head teacher.

Personal

Understanding and caring by nature.

Punctual.

Greatly enjoy working with children.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Child artwork

Singing

Child development

Phonetic Sounds

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Life Long College – Early Childhood Development Diploma

September 2013 – May 2014

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

Westridge Highschool(2000-2004) – ZIMSEC ‘O’ Levels – English and Technical Graphics

CAMBRIDGE ‘O’Levels(CORE)- English,Geography, Biology,French,

REFERENCES ON REQUEST