Gift Moyo
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Cultured English Teacher offering 22 years of expertise in language and literature course instruction. Focused on appealing to diverse group of students by helping them interpret reading assignments and applying critical thinking skills. Experienced teaching professional with strong background in classroom management, lesson plan development and motivating students. Friendly, open and approachable leader. Proven success in using innovative teaching methods to improve student understanding.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teacher of English
Emirates Schools Establishment
Abu Dhabi, UAE
10.2015 - Current
- Employed [Skill] and [Skill] to develop English teaching strategies that built maximal student progress, resulting in [Number]% increase of [Type] exam scores.
- Attended [Frequency] meetings and parent's evenings, consistently encouraging parental involvement to boost student performance.
- Planned [Frequency] extra-curricular activities such as museum and library visits, social events and [Type] outings to enhance students' learning experience.
- Consistently improved course curriculum by attending termly training opportunities, including in-house training, educational webinars. online courses.
- Conducted weekly individual evaluations, providing feedback on strengths and weaknesses to ensure student success.
Teacher of English
Primrose Hill Primary School
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2007 - 10.2015
- Attended termly meetings and parent's evenings, consistently encouraging parental involvement to boost student performance.
- Planned monthly extra-curricular activities such as museum and library visits, social events and [Type] outings to enhance students' learning experience.
- Applied various classroom management techniques, such as time-out and class captain, to maintain discipline whilst developing confidence, language and behaviour.
- Conducted weekly individual evaluations, providing feedback on strengths and weaknesses to ensure student success.
- Improved oral and written English communication and comprehension grades by on average 70%, incorporating different sources of content, including newspapers, radio, magazines, films and music.
- Initiated and developed monthly writing contests that achieved 60% student participation.
- Provided additional support to struggling students, promoting improved academic confidence.
- Managed challenging behaviour with firm and fair style.
- Increased student engagement by implementing creative, innovative teaching techniques, such as Smart Boards, VR use, overhead projectors and [Type]online language games.
- Prepared comprehensive feedback and revision plans for students.
- Created vibrant learning atmosphere through interactive exercises and discussions.
- Highlighted importance of composition, grammar and sentence construction rules.
- Recommended reading materials and available resources to improve learning abilities.
- Evaluated student progress by providing short quizzes, examinations and standardised tests.
- Taught spelling, pronunciation and sentence structure to form basic foundation of language.
Teacher in a Primary School
Ministry of Education
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
01.1998 - 10.2005
- Integrated creative learning strategies, such as games and team-building exercises, resulting in increased classroom engagement.
- Led parent meetings to discuss student attendance, attainment and behaviour.
- Prepared and delivered creative curriculum for children aged 13- 14 in subjects including Maths and English.
- Supervised and mentored teaching assistants to build confidence and cultivate effective classroom environments.
- Established strong, supportive relationships with families, encouraging parental involvement to boost children's achievement.
- Utilised visual aids and classroom displays to support engaging lesson delivery and enhance student understanding.
- Marked and provided constructive feedback on homework tasks and class projects.
- Tested and analysed students for customised progress in oral and written work.
Education
Advanced Certificate in Education - Foundations For Language Teaching
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2011 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Arts - English and Communication Studies
Zimbabwe Open University
Bulawayo/ Zimbabwe 01.2000 - 12.2004
Diploma of Education - Theory of Education, English. Teaching Practise
United College Of Education
Bulawayo/Zimbabwe 01.1995 - 12.1997
Skills
- Behaviour management
- English literature
- Extracurricular activities
- Zoom teaching
- Smart Boards
- English curriculum expertise
- Coursework assessments
Languages
English
Beginner
Timeline
Teacher of English
Emirates Schools Establishment
10.2015 - Current
Advanced Certificate in Education - Foundations For Language Teaching
University of Johannesburg
01.2011 - 12.2012
Teacher of English
Primrose Hill Primary School
01.2007 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Arts - English and Communication Studies
Zimbabwe Open University
01.2000 - 12.2004
Teacher in a Primary School
Ministry of Education
01.1998 - 10.2005
Diploma of Education - Theory of Education, English. Teaching Practise
United College Of Education
01.1995 - 12.1997
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