Fadziso Makwinja
Fort Wayne,USA
Summary
Experienced , passionate and dedicated middle school Science and Geography educator with over eight years of international and U.S. A. teaching experience. Skilled in fostering inclusive, inquiry-based learning environments that promote critical thinking, collaboration, and student engagement. Proficient in integrating educational technology and digital tools to enhance instruction, assessment, and communication. Committed to continuous professional growth and student-centered teaching practices.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Homeroom Teacher – Grade 5
International Leadership School
- Current
- Serve as Grade 5 homeroom teacher, providing academic, social, and emotional support to students.
- Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned lessons across subject areas.
- Monitor student progress, maintain accurate records, and communicate regularly with parents.
- Foster a positive classroom culture that promotes leadership, responsibility, and collaboration.
- Integrate technology and hands-on learning activities to enhance student understanding.
7th & 8th Grade Science Teacher
Miami Middle School
Fort Wayne, IN
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Planned and delivered engaging, standards-aligned science lessons with differentiated support.
- Maintained a positive, well-managed classroom that supported student engagement and learning.
- Communicated regularly with students and families regarding academic progress and behavior.
- Integrated Smartboard and instructional technologies to enhance instruction.
- Used assessment data to identify learning needs and guide instructional decisions.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate science across the curriculum.
Middle & High School Geography Teacher
Westminster International School
Zimbabwe
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Met departmental deadlines and institutional reporting requirements consistently.
- Collaborated with department leadership to identify learning gaps and improve programs.
- Planned and organized daily instructional materials and resources.
- Maintained accurate student academic records and prepared report cards.
- Designed rigorous, outcome-aligned learning activities to promote critical thinking.
- Delivered differentiated geography instruction using interactive maps, digital tools, and multimedia resources.
Geography & Environmental Mgt Teacher
Valley Crest Academy
Zimbabwe
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Delivered engaging, student-centered lessons using varied instructional strategies to support diverse learners.
- Differentiated curriculum and adapted teaching methods based on assessment data and student needs.
- Implemented literacy-focused activities, including reading and writing workshops, to support academic growth.
Geography Student Teacher
Jonas Secondary School
Zimbabwe
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Developed and supported engaging, standards-aligned lessons while collaborating with teachers to implement best practices.
- Maintained a safe, well-managed classroom by reinforcing behavior expectations and providing small-group and one-on-one student support.
Education
Master of Science in Education -
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN06-2026
Bachelor of Science - Geography
Bindura University of Science Education
Zimbabwe12-2017
Skills
- Formative assessment and standards-based grading
- Differentiated instruction and IEP progress tracking
- Project-based and inquiry-based learning
- Parent and student communication
- Canva for instructional design
- PowerSchool, GradeLink,
- BrainPOP Science
- PhET Interactive Simulations
- Smartboard and classroom technology integration
- Earth Science, Environmental Science, Astronomy, Meteorology
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 8 staff members as the Head of the Science Department at Westminster International School in Zimbabwe.
- Installed a hydroponic garden at Westminster International School through the Environmental Management Club.
- Curriculum Implementation - Instructed pupils in reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, and physical education using the curriculum established by the Board of Education.
Certification
South Carolina Letter of Eligibility - Middle School Science and Geography
Certified Indiana ILEARN Test Administrator
Certified WIDA Test Administrator
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
7th & 8th Grade Science Teacher
Miami Middle School
08.2022 - 05.2025
Middle & High School Geography Teacher
Westminster International School
01.2020 - 08.2022
Geography & Environmental Mgt Teacher
Valley Crest Academy
01.2018 - 12.2018
Geography Student Teacher
Jonas Secondary School
01.2017 - 12.2017
Homeroom Teacher – Grade 5
International Leadership School
- Current
Bachelor of Science - Geography
Bindura University of Science Education
Master of Science in Education -
American College of Education