Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Languages
Research Abilities
Timeline
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Richard Phiri

Educator - Secondary School Teacher
Mufulira,08
Richard Phiri

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Mano Secondary School, excelling in curriculum development, excellent results and staff mentoring. Adept at fostering collaboration and enhancing student engagement through innovative teaching strategies. Committed to ethical practices and performance evaluation, ensuring a positive learning environment that promotes academic excellence and personal growth.

Overview

2026
years of professional experience
1
Certification
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Mano Secondary School

Head of Science Department

Job overview

  • Collaborated with team to develop innovative science curriculum materials.
  • Assisted in organizing laboratory experiments and demonstrations for student engagement.
  • Supported data collection and analysis for ongoing scientific research projects.
  • Adapted lesson plans based on student feedback and learning outcomes.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching strategies and techniques.
  • Engaged in interdisciplinary projects to foster collaboration among different subject areas.
  • Contributed to the evaluation of student performance through assessments and feedback mechanisms.
  • Evaluated teacher performance regularly through classroom observations providing constructive feedback supporting their growth.
  • Implemented safety protocols that significantly reduced laboratory accidents while maintaining an engaging learning environment.
  • Improved student understanding of complex scientific concepts through hands-on experiments and demonstrations.
  • Organized engaging field trips, exposing students to real-world applications of scientific concepts.
  • Conducted ongoing assessments of student progress, identifying areas for improvement and adjusting instruction accordingly.
  • Championed diversity initiatives, ensuring equitable access to quality science education for all students regardless of background or ability level.
  • Mentored junior teachers, enhancing their instructional skills and classroom management abilities.
  • Partnered with parents to communicate academic expectations and foster supportive home environments for student success in science courses.
  • Spearheaded technology initiatives to support student learning and academic excellence.

Andover High School

Substitute /Partner Teacher
01.2025 - 03.2025

Job overview

  • Delivered engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles and needs.
  • Maintained classroom discipline and fostered a positive learning environment.
  • Adapted instructional materials to meet student requirements and curriculum standards.
  • Collaborated with faculty to ensure continuity of education during teacher absences.
  • Provided individualized support to students, enhancing academic performance and confidence.
  • Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain focus and productivity.
  • Assisted in assessing student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
  • Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.

Pamodzi Girls Secondary School

Subject Teacher
01.2017 - 01.2022

Job overview

  • Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of core subjects.
  • Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate different learning styles and needs.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects that promote critical thinking skills.
  • Evaluated student performance through assessments and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Organized classroom activities that fostered a positive learning environment and student participation.
  • Utilized educational technology tools to facilitate interactive learning experiences for students.
  • Built strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a positive school culture focused on collaboration and continuous growth.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lessons.

Murundu Secondary School

Volunteer Teacher
10.2015 - 11.2016

Job overview

  • Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of core subjects.
  • Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate different learning styles and needs.
  • Evaluated student performance through assessments and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects that promote critical thinking skills.
  • Organized classroom activities that fostered a positive learning environment and student participation.
  • Utilized educational technology tools to facilitate interactive learning experiences for students.
  • Ensured alignment between lesson objectives, instructional materials, and assessments through careful planning and ongoing review of curriculum materials.
  • Built strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a positive school culture focused on collaboration and continuous growth.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.

Education

University of Massachusetts, Lowell
Massachusetts, USA.

Certificate of Completion, Fulbright Teaching. from Instructional Technology in Education.
03.2025

University Overview

I was a Substitute and Partner Teacher at Andover High School for 2 months working with two partner Teachers from the Science Department.

I also took some courses in,

1. Instructional Technology

2. Modern pedagogy in Education

3. How to effectively handle large Classes to enhance learner performance

4. How to plan and teach collaboratively

5. Mental health of learners

6. Learners experiencing trauma and how to address it in Schools and communities

7. Drug abuse among learners

8. Teenage pregnancy and how it affects the learners

Royal Institute of Management And Engineering
Lusaka, Zambia.

Certificate in NGO Management And Administration from Management And Administration
10.2024

University Overview

I took the following courses during my 1 year of studies in NGO Management and Administration:

1. Strategic Planning and Leadership

1. Human Resource Management

2. Fundraising and Resource Mobilisation

3. Financial Management

4. Monitoring and Evaluation

5. Program and Project Management

6. Governance and Accountability

6. Advocacy and Communication

7. Legal and Compliance

8. Sustainable Development

The program equipped me with skills to effectively lead and manage non-governmental and non-profit organisations.

Mukuba University
Kitwe, Zambia

Bachelor of Education from Education With Natural Sciences
Jan.2011 - Sep.2015 (4 education.years_Label & 8 education.months_Label)

University Overview

Courses

Year 1

1. Foundation Mathematics

2. Introduction to Chemistry

3. Introduction to Education

4. Introduction to Physics

Year 2

1. Basic Inorganic and Physical Chemistry

2. Basic Organic and Biological Chemistry

3. Properties of Matter

4. Classical Mechanics

5. Electricity and Magnetism

Year 3

1. Analytical Chemistry

2. Atomic and Nuclear Physics

3. Introduction to Electronics

4. Physics Teaching Methods

5. Psychology of Education

6. Sociology of Education

Year 4

1. Physics Teaching Methods

2. School Experience

3. Inclusive Schooling

4. Education Management and Administration

5. Introduction to Quantum Physics

6. Statistical and Thermal Physics

Skills

  • Teaching expertise
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Planning and coordination
  • Quality assurance
  • Performance evaluation

Accomplishments

1. 2025, won and participated in the prestigious Fulbright TEA Program in USA.

2. 2025, Recognised and awarded a certificate by the US Embassy, Zambia for being one of the two Teachers to be selected to participate in the 2025 Fulbright TEA Program.

3. 2025, awarded a certificate of Accomplishment by Andover High School for the Outstanding performance during my work as a substitute/Partner Teacher.

4. 2024, Awarded certificate for meritorious service to the country in combating Climate Change.

5. 2024, produced a 97.8% quality pass rate in Environment Science at Mano Secondary.

6. 2024, awarded as the most hard working teacher by Mano Secondary Management during the world Teacher's day Celebrations.

7. 2021, made a Microscope using local materials.

8. 2021, Awarded for Innovation and Creativity by the District and the School for making an environmental friendly microscope.

9. 2020, produced 100% quality pass rate in Pure Chemistry.

10. 2020, Awarded the most outstanding teacher for excellent results in Chemistry for Grade 12.

11. 2020, Collaborated with 6 Teachers from other schools on performance improvement among learners.

12. 2011, Awarded the Prestigious Cecily's Fund Education Scholarship for my Undergraduate studies.

Affiliations

1. The Examinations Council of Zambia - National consultant.

website: http://www.exams-council.org.zm

2. The Teaching Council of Zambia - Member

website: https://teacher.tcz.ac.zm

3. The Wildlife and Environmental Conservation Society of Zambia - Member

website: http://conservationzambia.org

4. The Centre for African Network (CEFANET) - Regional Coordinator, Copperbelt Province.

website: https://cefanet.org

5. The Cecily's fund Education Alumni - Member

website: https://www.cecilysfund.org

6. Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement Program - Alumni

website: https://zm.usembassy.gov

7. JETS Zambia - District organising Committee Member.

8. Zambia Association for Science Educators(ZASE)- member.

Certification

Certifications

1. Certificate in NGO Management and Administration - 2024,

Royal Institute of Management

2. Certificate as a JETS member - 2024

JETS Zambia.

3. Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement Program, Certificate of Completion - 2025 University of Massachusetts, Lowell USA.

4. Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement Program, Certificate of Completion -2025

US Department of State, Washington DC, USA.

5. SDG certificate in Climate Change - 2024

Wildlife and Environmental Conservation Society of Zambia.

6. Certificate of Practicing as a Secondary School Teacher and Administrator - 2017 to 2022 Teacher, 2022 to date Administrator.

Teaching Council of Zambia.


Languages

English.
Advanced (C1)
Bemba, Tonga and Nyanja
Advanced (C1)
Spanish and French
Intermediate (B1)

Research Abilities

1. How to effectively plan for lessons involving Children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in an Inclusive Classroom. January to March 2025, Andover High School, Andover, USA.

2. How to effectively handle re-entry Policy for the girls in School. January to March 2025, University of Massachusetts, Lowell, USA.

3. How Schools can play a role in mitigating Climate Change. 2024, Ministry of Green Economy and Environment, Lusaka, Zambia.

4. Accelerating good performance for girls in STEM subjects, January to December 2021, Pamodzi Girls Secondary School, Mufulira, Zambia.

Timeline

Substitute /Partner Teacher

Andover High School
01.2025 - 03.2025

Subject Teacher

Pamodzi Girls Secondary School
01.2017 - 01.2022

Volunteer Teacher

Murundu Secondary School
10.2015 - 11.2016

Mukuba University

Bachelor of Education from Education With Natural Sciences
Jan.2011 - Sep.2015 (4 education.years_Label & 8 education.months_Label)

Head of Science Department

Mano Secondary School

University of Massachusetts, Lowell

Certificate of Completion, Fulbright Teaching. from Instructional Technology in Education.

Royal Institute of Management And Engineering

Certificate in NGO Management And Administration from Management And Administration
Richard PhiriEducator - Secondary School Teacher