Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Languages
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
REFERENCES
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
CHURCH LEADERSHIP
Timeline
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Chanda Munkonge

Chanda Munkonge

Lusaka,Zambia

Summary

Known for a positive demeanor and strong work ethic, consistently meeting deadlines independently while fostering an engaging learning environment and pursuing professional growth.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Head of Section and Physics Teacher

Lebanese International School
Lusaka, Zambia
09.2019 - 01.2026
  • Designed and administered assessments aligned with physics curriculum.
  • Led hands-on activities demonstrating practical applications of theoretical concepts.
  • Instructed students on physics principles while promoting critical thinking through probing questions.
  • Utilised technology to enhance problem-solving skills in physics.
  • Fostered strong relationships with students, encouraging collaboration on group projects.
  • Delivered clear presentations of complex topics, ensuring student engagement.
  • Collaborated with peers and students to achieve specific academic objectives.
  • Maintained comprehensive records of attendance, performance, and emergency contacts.

Head of the Department and Chem & Bio Teacher

Makeni West Wing School
Lusaka, Zambia
09.2014 - 09.2019
  • Coached new teachers on ways to improve instruction and student discipline.
  • Discussed curriculum changes with department staff and principals to facilitate action plans.
  • Taught students between ages of 11 and 19 about Chemistry and Biology topics.
  • Generated progress reports to track trends in instruction and student progress.
  • Authored reports outlining program accomplishments, statistics and performance data.
  • Procured equipment and services to align with program objectives and budget.
  • Led recruiting, hiring and training of qualified Teachers and laboratory assistants.
  • Was in Charge of students/teachers social events, Sports and was Patron for Jets Club.
  • Won the best teacher award for two consecutive years 2016 and 2017.

Head of Chemistry Section

Kaweya Trust School
Lusaka, Zambia
01.2013 - 09.2014
  • Communicated with other section managers to determine best ways to meet quotas and quality goals.
  • Was in-charge of JETS.

Head of Section

Physics Eagle International School
Mufulira
10.2010 - 01.2013
  • Served as physics head of section
  • Was School sports master and treasurer for the school emergency fund.
  • I was privileged to be trained as an examiner for grade 9 by the Examinations Council of Zambia and Ministry of Education.
  • Was in charge of students social events.

Class Teacher

Chavuma Secondary School
Kalulushi
11.2008 - 10.2010
  • Offered ECZ physics, chemistry, Biology and Integrated Science.
  • Was in charge of school choir and won trophies.

Head of Department- Science

Sacred Heart Secondary School
Kitwe
09.2007 - 11.2008
  • Was offering Physics and Chemistry to Grades 10- 12.
  • I also helped in the adoption of the modern science laboratory at the same school and
  • Was patron for anti-Aids club.

Class Teacher

Chimwemwe Secondary School Board
Kitwe
05.2006 - 08.2007
  • Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
  • Was handling grades 8-12 in Environmental Science, Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
  • Was patron for girl guides and a member of the examinations and time-table committees.

Class Student Teacher

Kitwe Boys Secondary School
Kitwe
05.2005 - 08.2005
  • Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
  • Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.

Education

School Certificate - undefined

Mukuba Secondary School
Kitwe, Zambia

Diploma of Education - Natural Sciences

Copperbelt Secondary Teachers' College
Kitwe, Zambia
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Classroom Leadership
  • STEM Integration
  • Data and Information Analysis and management
  • Science Demonstrations
  • Mentorship Abilities
  • Grading Experience
  • Problem Resolution and Conflict Resolution
  • Team Management
  • Good Work Ethic
  • Fluent in English
  • Planning & Organizing
  • Supervision & Leadership
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Computer Skills
  • Reliable & Trustworthy and Hard working
  • Active Listening and Critical Thinking
  • Able to work with minimum supervision
  • Meets deadlines

Languages

English
Fluent
Bemba
Native

Affiliations

  • Playing Chess, listening to music, solving puzzles, mentoring and coaching, travelling, productive debates and Studying and researching about scientific concepts.

Accomplishments

Won best teacher 2016 and 2017

Certification

May 2013

Certificate:

Advanced Leadership and Management

Eastern Light Consultancy


August 2008

Certificate:

Realisation of Peace and Care For The Environment

Damieta Peace Initiative, Kitwe- August 2008


July 2008

Certificate:

Psychosocial Counselling from the Catholic Diocese of Ndola, Ndola


August 2004

Certificate

Peer Education, Reproductive Health And Counseling from Copperbelt Health Education Project (CHEP), Kitwe.

REFERENCES

  • Mr. Collins, Mweemba, Principal-Secondary, 0973785154, 0969105502, Oaktree School, Lusaka, Zambia
  • Fr. Collins, Moonga, Catholic Priest, 0977940534, Lusaka Archdiocese
  • Mr. Banda, Former deputy head, 0977846955, 0979958342, Kaweya Trust School
  • Mr. Chibesa, Jonathan, Former Head, 0973387838, 0966959572, Makeni West Wing School

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Experience with Children Apart from the leadership experience, stipulated in the early parts of my CV above, from as early as the year 2000, the church trained me and a few others in facilitating various youth programmes which were mostly donor funded. As such, we were equipped with skills of handling youths of all ages, working with various humanitarian programmes, capacity building, peace promotion, care for nature/environment, conflict resolution. Training for Trainers (TFT), project management and handling donor funded programmes, including budgeting aspects, research and report writing both narrative and financial reports. We were then deployed to work within the perimeters of Ndola diocese in both urban and remote areas of Chililabombwe, Chingola, Mufulira, Kitwe, Chambishi, Kalulushi, Lufwanyama, Luanshya Masaiti, Mpongwe and Ndola districts. I did this from 2000 to 2012, after which I moved to Lusaka.

CHURCH LEADERSHIP

  • 1997-2001: Chairperson for St. Monica Youth Small Christian Community under St. John the Baptist, Chimwemwe Catholic church, in Kitwe, Zambia.
  • 2002- 2003: Chairperson for St. John the Baptist Chimwemwe Catholic church youth ministry.
  • 2004-2005: Chairperson for the catholic youth ministry of Zone five, comprising of the following parishes- Mindolo, Chimwemwe, Buchi, Garneton, Twatasha, Kawama, Sabina and Chambishi Catholic churches/townships.
  • January- December, 2006: Treasurer for Kitwe- Kalulushi- Chambishi and Lufwanyama deanery youth ministry.
  • 2007- 2008: chairperson for Kitwe- Kalulushi- Chambishi and Lufwanyama deanery youth ministry. I also served as director for St. Kizito pre and primary Christian School in Chamboli, Kitwe belonging to the Catholic Church.
  • January- December, 2006: I was a member of the ten man committee of coordinators for Ndola Diocese (Copperbelt province) youth ministry. I also served as the Diocesan youth representative to the main liturgical commission of Ndola diocese and the main council for the laity in the same diocese.
  • January 2015 to February 2022: Served at the chairperson for the Freds (a family that promotes peace love and joy) in the Catholic Church in Lusaka Arch-diocese/province. We run a lot of charity projects.

Timeline

Head of Section and Physics Teacher

Lebanese International School
09.2019 - 01.2026

Head of the Department and Chem & Bio Teacher

Makeni West Wing School
09.2014 - 09.2019

Head of Chemistry Section

Kaweya Trust School
01.2013 - 09.2014

Head of Section

Physics Eagle International School
10.2010 - 01.2013

Class Teacher

Chavuma Secondary School
11.2008 - 10.2010

Head of Department- Science

Sacred Heart Secondary School
09.2007 - 11.2008

Class Teacher

Chimwemwe Secondary School Board
05.2006 - 08.2007

Class Student Teacher

Kitwe Boys Secondary School
05.2005 - 08.2005

Diploma of Education - Natural Sciences

Copperbelt Secondary Teachers' College
04.2001 -

School Certificate - undefined

Mukuba Secondary School
Chanda Munkonge