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Work History
Education
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Affiliations
Languages
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Grace N'senda

Lusaka

Summary

I am an attentive and creative headteacher and administrator, passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social, and educational skills.

I am dedicated to my work, with over 6 years of experience in education. This, together with a proven track record of mentoring and supporting students' academics and well-being, affords me the ability to provide nurturing environments conducive to learning, and to promote physical, emotional, and social health to complement academic progress.

. I am skilled in classroom management and using multiple modalities to target various learning styles, resulting in an increment in average grades. I look forward to leveraging my skills and experience in a dynamic role that fosters a culture of innovation and continuous learning. I am passionate about creating an engaging learning environment through personalized learning plans and organized lessons. I am a creator of a French curriculum for students between the ages of 3 to 13 years. My skills are not limited to the educational environment. I am a diligent Administrative Executive with good organizational skills, staff management and a commitment to providing excellent customer service and efficiency in administrative tasks. I am eager to enhance my skills and contribute to stimulating projects within a high-performing team that values innovation and excellence.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Headteacher & Office Administrator

Mutendi Montessori Day School
Harare
01.2018 - Current
  • I develop and deliver engaging daily lessons utilizing diverse teaching modalities to cater to various learning styles, resulting in an increment in average grades within one year
  • I provided individualized support and guidance to students, promoting academic achievement and emotional well-being through personalized learning plans and regular check-ins
  • I managed all aspects of classroom administration, including curriculum development, assessment, and record-keeping
  • I lead weekly staff meetings, facilitate communication with parents and stakeholders, and ensure smooth daily operations
  • I interview and hire qualified staff, manage school finances, and maintain accurate student records
  • I also provide support for parents and potential clients
  • My strong communication and administrative skills, classroom management techniques, and ability to work in a team contribute to the academic success of my students and the school at large
  • I mentor struggling students and support their mental well-being with healthy coping strategies and regular check-ins
  • I write newsletters and communication notes to all stakeholders, create student reports, and the termly school calendar.

Office Administrator

Montessori International
Mbabane
01.2015 - 12.2015
  • I managed daily office operations, including scheduling, budgeting, and record-keeping
  • I compiled and distributed weekly newsletters to parents, fostering effective communication
  • I managed school finances, including petty cash and tuition payments.

Secretary

AfriTool
Mbabane
01.2014 - 12.2014
  • I managed front-office operations, ensuring smooth client interaction and communication
  • I compiled and maintained accurate company and client records for efficient data management
  • I prepared and processed export documents, facilitating logistical operations.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce Degree -

Regent Business School

Marketing Diploma -

UTech College

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Classroom Management
  • Curriculum Development and Implementation
  • Personalized Learning
  • Mentoring
  • Communication Skills (written and verbal)
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc)
  • Customer Service
  • Time Management
  • Problem-solving
  • Adaptability
  • Student Engagement
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Teacher Training
  • Career Counseling
  • Distance Learning
  • Academic advising

Affiliations

  • Singing
  • Arts and craft
  • Cooking

Languages

  • English, Highly Proficient
  • French, Good Working Knowledge

References

Mr Daniel Mutendi, Mutendi Montessori Day School, mutendid@gmail.com, +263716386444

Timeline

Headteacher & Office Administrator

Mutendi Montessori Day School
01.2018 - Current

Office Administrator

Montessori International
01.2015 - 12.2015

Secretary

AfriTool
01.2014 - 12.2014

Bachelor of Commerce Degree -

Regent Business School

Marketing Diploma -

UTech College
Grace N'senda