Priscilla Ruzive
Orlando,FL
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
UCP Of Central Florida
08.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students'' learning experiences outside the traditional classroom setting.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Tutor and Fashion Designer
Mu_Nash Creations
01.2020 - 06.2023
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through engaging activities and consistent reinforcement of complex concepts.
- Collaborated with fellow tutors to develop effective strategies for addressing diverse student needs and abilities.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Served as an ongoing resource for both students and parents, providing guidance related to academic planning, study habits, test-preparation strategies, and more.
- Coached and mentored less-experienced tutors to observe and measure outcomes.
- Created unique and trendsetting garments, securing a loyal customer base and positive media coverage.
- Organized and participated in fashion shows, generating significant media attention and industry recognition.
- Participated in international trade shows to expand the brand''s reach into new markets successfully.
Teacher
Ministry Of Primary And Secondary Education
09.2013 - 12.2019
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion And Textiles
Midlands State University
Gweru01.2015
No Degree - Diploma in Education
Gweru Polytechnic
Gweru04.2013
Associate of Arts - Industrial Clothing Design And Construction
Masvingo Polytechnic
Masvingo12.2010
Skills
- Curriculum Implementation
- Group Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Small Group Instruction
- Test Grading
- Social-Emotional Learning Training
- Critical Thinking
- Behavior Management
- Special Needs Students
- Community Involvement
- Student Rapport
Playing netball
playing for Gweru Polytechnic team and social clubs
Languages
Shona
Native or Bilingual
Chichewa
Full Professional
Timeline
Teacher
UCP Of Central Florida
08.2023 - Current
Tutor and Fashion Designer
Mu_Nash Creations
01.2020 - 06.2023
Teacher
Ministry Of Primary And Secondary Education
09.2013 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion And Textiles
Midlands State University
No Degree - Diploma in Education
Gweru Polytechnic
Associate of Arts - Industrial Clothing Design And Construction
Masvingo Polytechnic
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