CHENGETAYI KAFILE
Harare,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Dedicated educator with expertise in Cambridge curriculum alignment, advanced pedagogy, and differentiated instruction, including EAL and special needs accommodation. Proven ability to develop literacy programmes, track progress through data-driven documentation, and deliver engaging lessons tailored to diverse learner needs. Skilled in pastoral care, homeroom delivery, and co-curricular development, fostering pupil motivation and holistic growth. Adept at virtual classroom instruction and integrating innovative teaching methods to enhance learner assessment and achievement. Committed to empowering students through debate coaching, public speaking training, and athlete development while driving academic excellence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Homeroom Teacher
St Marcellin Primary School
Hatfield, Harare
2023.01 - Current
- Delivered ZIMSEC-aligned English lessons to 45+ learners across 8 mixed-ability classes daily.
- Achieved 100% marking accuracy on 200+ Grade 7 national ZIMSEC English scripts annually.
- Raised struggling readers by 2 grade levels through differentiated instruction for 45+ learners daily.
- Launched 3 literacy clubs (Reading, Debate, Spelling Bee) increasing school-wide pass rates by 15%.
- Developed 1 discus athlete who qualified for national-level competition in 2024.
- Prepared spelling bee learners who earned provincial contest placements for first time.
- Coordinated school trips with risk assessments safely moving 120+ learners annually.
- Completed 3 school infrastructure development projects under budget and ahead of deadlines.
- Reached 500+ community members through anti-bullying campaigns reducing incidents.
Homeroom teacher
Mother Patrick School
Harare, Zimbabwe
2022.01 - 2022.12
- Implemented technology into lessons, modernising the teaching approach.
- Fostered a positive learning environment through effective classroom management techniques.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities, fostering creativity and teamwork amongst students.
- Fostered inclusive learning environment by implementing differentiated teaching strategies.
- Created engaging classroom atmosphere with interactive learning activities.
- Encouraged parental involvement in children's education and school activities.
- Tailored teaching techniques to individual learner needs, ensuring exclusivity and differentiation.
- Managed classroom behaviour with consistent disciplinary guidelines, maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Participated in school meetings and professional development workshops to enhance teaching skills.
- Took on additional responsibilities as needed supporting the overall function of the school community.
- Utilised technology for effective educational instruction.
Education
Bachelor of Education Honours Degree - English
Great Zimbabwe University
Masvingo, Zimbabwe 2023.03 - 2024.11
Diploma in Education - Majoring in English
University of Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe 2019.01 - 2021.12
Skills
- Examination Marking & Assessment
- Literacy Program Development
- Public Speaking & Debate Coaching
- Data-Driven Progress Tracking & Documentation
- Co-Curricular & Athlete Development
- Differentiated & EAL Instruction
- Cambridge Curriculum Alignment
- Lesson Planning & Interactive Delivery
- Pastoral Care & Homeroom Delivery
- Digital & Virtual Classroom Instruction
- Special needs accommodation
- Pupil motivation
- Advanced pedagogy
- Learner assessment
REFEREES
- Mother, Patrick, mpcshead@gmail.com, +26377235862, Mainway Meadows, Waterfalls, Harare
- Binikwa, Stephen, Head of School, smpschoolhead@gmail.com, +263773611942, St Marcellin Primary School, 365 Alexandra Drive, Hatfield, Harare
- Mr, Chitemerere, +263772966193, Murewa Primary School, Private Bag 662, Murewa
SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY
Microsoft Office Suite, Smartboards and Online Teaching Platforms (Zoom, Google Meet)
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
Bachelor of Education Honours Degree - English
Great Zimbabwe University
2023.03 - 2024.11
Homeroom Teacher
St Marcellin Primary School
2023.01 - Current
Homeroom teacher
Mother Patrick School
2022.01 - 2022.12
Diploma in Education - Majoring in English
University of Zimbabwe
2019.01 - 2021.12