SITHANDIWE CHARITY MLABA
Maplewood,NJ
Summary
I am an enthusiastic 24 year old, South African BSc in Applied Chemistry and a Chemistry (Hons) graduate who is highly motivated and seeking a position that allows me to take my skills into the real world. My preparedness and willingness to learn allows me to easily adapt in different environments. I am determined and have a passion for new ventures. My main objective is to strive for success in all that i do and use my knowledge to make a difference.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Au Pair
Cultural Care
Maplewood, NJ
10.2022 - Current
- Taught basic life skills such as personal hygiene, manners, politeness and respect for others.
- Planned educational activities such as crafts, games and outings that promoted physical activity.
- Provided transportation to school, extracurricular activities, and other appointments.
- Facilitated communication between parents and kids when needed.
- Created nutritious meals according to dietary guidelines set by parents.
Laboratory Demonstrator
University Of KwaZulu-Natal
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Demonstrated practicals to chemistry undergraduates, giving support to technical officers, managing students and making sure they adhere to safety procedures and performing duties allocated by their lecturers.
- Organized and maintained lab materials, equipment, and chemicals according to safety protocols.
- Prepared and set up experiments for student demonstrations in the laboratory.
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment by disposing of hazardous waste properly.
Education
Critical Thinking Certificate -
Hudson County Community College
Jersey City, NJ08-2023
Honors in Chemistry - Chemistry
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Durban, South Africa12-2021
Bachelor of Science - Applied Chemistry
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Durban, South Africa12-2020
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Creative Thinking
- Superior Communication Skills
- Computer Use
- Organic synthesis
- HPLC & GC-MS
- Technical Report Writing
- Laboratory Management
- Data Analysis
Languages
IsiZulu
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Afrikaans
Professional
Sotho
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Au Pair
Cultural Care
10.2022 - Current
Laboratory Demonstrator
University Of KwaZulu-Natal
07.2021 - 12.2021
Critical Thinking Certificate -
Hudson County Community College
Honors in Chemistry - Chemistry
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Bachelor of Science - Applied Chemistry
University of KwaZulu-Natal