Hilary Muzyamba
Choma
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Subject Teacher
Ministry Of Education
05.2022 - Current
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lessons.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Developed innovative classroom management strategies that maintained discipline while encouraging open communication between students and teachers.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Project Officer
The Youth Platform
01.2019 - 03.2022
- Coordinate project management activities, resources, equipment and information
- Monitored deadlines and milestones to keep team on track with project schedule.
- Implemented quality control measures to minimize errors and maintain high standards throughout the project lifecycle.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Led multi-disciplinary teams in executing complex projects on time, within budget constraints, while adhering to stringent quality standards.
- Mentored junior team members to enhance their skills development and overall performance within the organization.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Coordinated work efforts across multiple departments fostering a cohesive environment conducive to achieving project success efficiently.
- Kept senior management well-informed by preparing and presenting project status reports.
- Developed comprehensive project plans outlining scope, timeline, budget constraints, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Identified and resolved project issues and mitigated risks, reducing challenges and improving project results.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Teacher
Mujala Primary School
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Present lessons in a comprehensive manner and use visual/audio means to facilitate learning
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance and support in creating effective lesson plans and managing classroom behavior.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or tutoring sessions, promoting student engagement outside of regular class hours.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
Loan Consultant
Izwe loans
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Evaluate credit worthiness by processing loan applications and documentation within specified limits
- Identified opportunities to cross-sell and upsell loan products to customers.
- Assisted clients with improving financial health by counseling on issues such as excessive spending and borrowing.
- Reduced loan application errors, implementing strict quality control measures for document verification.
- Collaborated with other departments to promptly process loan applications.
- Increased client retention rates by offering exceptional service and fostering strong relationships.
- Conducted comprehensive financial analyses to determine borrower eligibility for various loan programs.
- Submitted loan applications to underwriter for verification and recommendations.
- Assisted customers in understanding loan terms and conditions to make informed decisions.
- Exceeded sales goals through proactive networking and lead generation initiatives.
- Explained very technical financial information to applicants in easy to understand language.
- Created strategies to develop and expand existing customer sales, resulting in increase in annual sales.
- Consulted with customers using positive communication and active listening skills, offering sound feedback and answering critical questions with effective solutions.
- Negotiated loan terms and conditions with customers to secure best deal.
Education
Certificate - Sexual And Reproductive Health
World Health Organization
Geneva Certificate - Child Protection And Case Management
UNICEF
Diploma - Mathematics and Religious Education
David Livingstone College of Education (DALICE)
Livingstone, Zambia 01.2016
Bachelor's Of Arts In Secondary Education - Mathematics And Religious Education Studies
Chalimbana University (CHAU)
Chongwe, Zambia Skills
- Teamwork
- Problem-Solving
- Budgeting
- Leadership
- Handling conflict
- Microsoft Office
- Project Management
- Critical Thinking
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Decision-Making
- Excellent Communication
- Networking
- Organizational Skills
Accomplishments
- Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
- Student Motivation - Developed materials for after-school book club to motivate student to read classic novels and increase literacy among middle school students.
- Established Life Skills Club in Schools three schools of southern province
Languages
English
Nyanja
Bemba
References
- Lizzy Banda, Regional Finance Manager- HIVOS, lzzybanda@gmail.com, +260 969 590469
- Janet Namuchile, District AIDS Coordinator Advisory, janetnamuchile@gmail.com, +260 977 466 293
- Memorrine Chitete, Hospice Alternative Care - Director, hacarechoma@gmail.com, +260 971 085 497
Affiliations
- Zambia Association of Mathematics Education
- Teaching Council of Zambia.
Additional Information
School Planner/ Data Clerk
- Prepare School Annual Budget
- Formulate learning time table
- Monitor and Evaluate funds expenditure
- Monitor projects implementation in the School
- Register candidates for Examinations
- Take stork of learners enrolled at the school
Interests
Research
Sexual Reproductive and Health advocacy
Fundamentals of Education
Human rights advocacy
Timeline
Subject Teacher
Ministry Of Education
05.2022 - Current
Project Officer
The Youth Platform
01.2019 - 03.2022
Teacher
Mujala Primary School
01.2017 - 12.2017
Loan Consultant
Izwe loans
01.2012 - 12.2013
Certificate - Sexual And Reproductive Health
World Health Organization
Certificate - Child Protection And Case Management
UNICEF
Diploma - Mathematics and Religious Education
David Livingstone College of Education (DALICE)
Bachelor's Of Arts In Secondary Education - Mathematics And Religious Education Studies
Chalimbana University (CHAU)
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