Namate Silishebo Chilangwa
Lusaka,Zambia
Summary
Dynamic Education Specialist with vast experience in enhancing education access and quality for children in various demographic setup's through teaching, strategic project management and innovative training programs. Excelled in stakeholder engagement as well as curriculum development and adaptation, leveraging expertise in education technology and mentorship to foster inclusive learning environments. Demonstrates exceptional leadership and collaboration skills, significantly improving learning outcomes.
Versatile Education Coordinator well-versed in training and assessing teachers to optimize delivery of effective instruction. Vigilant, collaborative and hands-on leader with good understanding of learning methods and instructional strategies. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Specialist
Opportunity International
01.2021 - 10.2024
- Launched the Opportunity International Zambia EduQuality program and coordinated in country programe activities including budget development and management, planning trainings and monitoring of implementation progress.
- Worked with low cost private schools to increase access to education for children in their communities through development of effective school development plans and scale up of community engagement.
- Facilitated training and capacity building of school leaders, managers and proprietors on the effective management and leadership of their schools for the provision of efficient and quality education.
- Facilitated training and capacity building of school teachers on strategic classroom practices to encourage learning for all and full student engagement for better learning outcomes.
- Provided mentorship to teachers on their classroom practices and roadmap strategies for their professional development.
Academy Team Lead (Head of Education)
Mwabu Zambia
01.2017 - 12.2020
- Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
- Developed training content and material for teacher training and support.
- Supported the product department in the development and management of school learning support systems to ensure the continuity of planned implementation strategies.
- Collaborated with international partners, Education institutions and administrators and funders to integrate bespoke digital learning platforms in schools, train teachers and administrators on the implementation of e-learning and digital platforms and providing support and mentorship on change management to modern education practices.
- Liaised with relevant government partners (Provincial and District Education Authorities) to continually improve the standard of education delivery particularly post school/ teacher training through teacher mentoring and observations visits supported by District Education Standards Officers (DESO’s), collaboratively developed monitoring tools for effective teacher support and continuous professional development.
- Collaborated with the Project management office to provide support in monitoring and assessment of project implementation progress.
Project Manager
Mwabu Zambia
08.2015 - 01.2016
- Provided project oversight overseeing the organisations key projects implementing the use of e-learning and and the organisations education technology platforms in new ways of teaching and learning for the children in the various project district.
- Managed engagement with the Curriculum Development Center (CDC) on Mwabu content review.
- Managed Key Stakeholder & Donor Relations where i was accountable for external donor project funding and contributed to the budget development and implementation.
- Supported project monitoring, mitigating arising issues and provided tailor made solutions to each incident.
- Enhanced the teaching and learning impact by collaborating with the education department to supervise the project regional support teachers responsible for supporting the teachers in the project schools by providing teacher training and capacity building at different phases of the project.
- Regularly prepared and updated project documentation (Weekly, Monthly and quarterly) to report on progress, capture activities and provide adequate stakeholder and donor reporting.
Teacher- History and Special Educational Needs
Baobab College
08.2010 - 07.2014
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced whole classroom engagement and individual student engagement through the use of ICT, interactive teaching and learning methods such as group activities and individual hands-on activities.
- Taught and facilitated the learning of students with special educational needs (SEN) and specific learning difficulties through individualised educational plans and supported inclusive learning in the mainstream classrooms with the collaboration and aid of learning assistants.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Prepared tests and examinations and performed invigilation duties. Also conducted data analysis and report compilation of standardised tests.
- Managed the department inventory for the administration, requisitioning and mobilisation of departmental resources.
- Managed the role of Community Service program facilitator and coordinator for two years.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education With Special Education
University of Zambia
Lusaka, ZambiaCertificate in Monitoring And Evaluation
University of Zambia
Lusaka, ZambiaMaster of Science - Education And Development
The University of Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia08-2026
O'Level General Certificate of Education
Rhodes Park School
Lusaka, Zambia12-2004
Skills
Project Management- Project planning and coordination; Budget development and management; Stakeholder relations; On-site field visits; Smartsheet software for pipelines, budgets and projects; Microsoft Office
Training and Capacity Building- School administrative and leadership training; teacher training and professional development; teacher mentorship
Education- Mainstream classroom teaching; Special Education Needs teaching; Education Technology; Gender Inclusive Education; Literacy Campaigns; Lesson Planning and Delivery; Assessment and Evaluation
Curriculum Development and Review and Content Development
Timeline
Education Specialist
Opportunity International
01.2021 - 10.2024
Academy Team Lead (Head of Education)
Mwabu Zambia
01.2017 - 12.2020
Project Manager
Mwabu Zambia
08.2015 - 01.2016
Teacher- History and Special Educational Needs
Baobab College
08.2010 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Education With Special Education
University of Zambia
Certificate in Monitoring And Evaluation
University of Zambia
Master of Science - Education And Development
The University of Zambia
O'Level General Certificate of Education
Rhodes Park School
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