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Vimbai Mutakwa

Vimbai Mutakwa

Abu Dhabi,UAE

Summary

Dedicated professional with expertise in reinforcement strategies, lesson and activity planning, and child development support. Skilled in academic tutoring and fostering collaboration with parents and guardians to enhance student success. Experienced in supervising extracurricular activities, aiming to contribute to holistic educational environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Governess

Private family
Abudhabi
2025.08 - 2026.03
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
  • Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Health and safety officer

Redwood Nursery
Abudhabi, UAE
2025.08 - 2025.10
  • Managed risk assessments to identify potential hazards in the workplace.
  • Streamlined reporting procedures for better documentation of incidents and near-misses.
  • Maintained records accurately which facilitated efficient tracking of incidents and improvements.
  • Recommended changes to work practices that resulted in safer operations.
  • Investigated incidents thoroughly, ensuring future preventive measures were set in place.
  • Facilitated fire drills for enhanced preparedness during emergencies.
  • Conducted regular site inspections for a safer working environment.
  • Established emergency response plans, improving readiness in crisis situations.

Early Childhood SEN Support Teacher

Private Tutor
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2024.04 - 2025.06

Supported individual child with complex ADHD and autism in learning environment.

  • Assisted in designing individual education plans tailored to specific needs.
  • Prepared learning and lesson plans while sourcing necessary developmental resources.
  • Marked and assessed student work, checking progress regularly.
  • Adapted conventional teaching methods to cater to individual learning requirements.
  • Utilised audiovisual materials and computers to engage students effectively.
  • Collaborated with classroom teacher to define and adapt appropriate activities for student.
  • Worked with head of inclusion to assess learning difficulties and support special needs.
  • Coordinated with head teacher and governing body to ensure compliance with ADEK requirements and health and safety adjustments.
  • Liaised with professionals including social workers and therapists to support student needs.
  • Managed to improve reading and confidence in class activities

Early Childhood Tutor

Private Tutor
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2023.09 - 2024.01
  • Develop and implement engaging lesson plans tailored to young learners' needs
  • Supports children’s cognitive, social, and emotional development through interactive activities
  • Utilizes play-based learning techniques to enhance creativity and problem-solving skills

Governess

Private family
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2021.12 - 2023.07
  • Cared for 3 girls (ages 6, 8, and 10 years)
  • Provided academic tutoring and homework assistance to enhance learning
  • Designed and implemented age-appropriate educational activities to support cognitive, emotional, and physical development
  • Ensured a safe and structured learning environment
  • Created and monitored nutritional meal plans tailored to each child's dietary needs
  • Provided guidance and updated parents on children’s progress
  • Organized and accompanied children to school events, sports activities and extracurricular programs

Education

Bachelor of Social Sciences - Governance

Midlands State University
2012.01 - 2016.01

Diploma of Education - Early Years Foundation Stage

Reach Child Development Center
Abudhabi
2025.03 -

Certificate - Occupational Health and Safety

Aspire Magement Training
Abudhabi
2025.05 - 2025.06

Skills

  • Reinforcement strategies
  • Lesson and activity planning
  • Child development support
  • Academic tutoring
  • Parent and guardian collaboration
  • Extracurricular activity supervision

Certification

  • Special needs education 2022
  • Applied behavior analysis 2023
  • Integrated Behavior Training 2023

LANGUAGES

English

REFERENCES

Upon request

Timeline

Governess

Private family
2025.08 - 2026.03

Health and safety officer

Redwood Nursery
2025.08 - 2025.10

Certificate - Occupational Health and Safety

Aspire Magement Training
2025.05 - 2025.06

Diploma of Education - Early Years Foundation Stage

Reach Child Development Center
2025.03 -

Early Childhood SEN Support Teacher

Private Tutor
2024.04 - 2025.06

Early Childhood Tutor

Private Tutor
2023.09 - 2024.01

Governess

Private family
2021.12 - 2023.07

Bachelor of Social Sciences - Governance

Midlands State University
2012.01 - 2016.01
Vimbai Mutakwa