Rungano Nyoni
Austin,TX
Summary
Driven Teaching Assistant with firm command of curriculum development, daily lesson planning and student tutoring. Leads individual and group instruction to supplement teacher lessons and build instructional abilities. Communicative and empathetic with commitment to creating inclusive learning spaces.
Versatile professional with several years of experience instructing students and supporting lead teachers. Highly skilled at reinforcing lesson information, tutoring, enforcing rules, and preparing materials. Team player well-versed in coordinating with teacher and carrying out established lesson plans and activities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Manor Independent School District
Austin , TX
08.2024 - Current
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and teachers.
- Provided clerical support to teachers, including photocopying, filing, and organizing instructional resources.
- Utilized technology resources such as computers, tablets, projectors and interactive whiteboards.
- Utilized educational technology to enhance classroom learning.
- Organized educational activities such as field trips and assemblies.
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
- Utilized instructional techniques and hands-on curriculum to retain interest and maximize receptive learning in students.
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and providing instructional materials.
- Developed instructional materials and visual aids to supplement lesson plans.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching techniques.
- Assisted in organizing and supervising school events and field trips.
- Provided one-on-one support for special needs students.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Managed the distribution and collection of textbooks and other teaching materials.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet the varying needs of individual students.
- Coordinated with teachers to identify and support students with special needs.
- Supervised students in the classroom, cafeteria, hallways and playgrounds.
- Participated in professional development workshops and training sessions.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
Teacher
Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education
Gokwe North , Zimbabwe
01.2014 - 08.2024
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geography And Environmental Science
Great Zimbabwe University
Masvingo, Zimbabwe 06-2020
Associate of Science - Geography
Hillside Teachers College
Bulawayo 08-2014
Skills
- Classroom supply management
- Student and parent relations
- Classroom support
- Student safety
- Student assessments
- Powerpoint presentations
- Complex Problem-solving
- Helping students with special needs
- Computer skills
- Student records management
- Special needs education
- Supervising student activities
- Collaborative teamwork
- Creating visual displays
- Reading and writing support
- Preparing instructional materials
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Manor Independent School District
08.2024 - Current
Teacher
Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education
01.2014 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Geography And Environmental Science
Great Zimbabwe University
Associate of Science - Geography
Hillside Teachers College