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Bongiwe Nkumane

@bongiwenkumane

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Creative educator with a strong background in accounting and leadership.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values creativity and collaboration, offering opportunities for growth.

I am a dedicated educator with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Rhodes University and a Master’s in Leadership in Education from John Moores Liverpool University. My journey has taken me through various teaching roles, where I have developed a passion for fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills in students. I thrive in environments that require informed risk-taking and creativity, leveraging my diverse background to enhance learning experiences.

Throughout my career, I have successfully designed and delivered engaging lessons in mathematics and English, adapting content to meet the diverse needs of learners. My experience as an ESL teacher has honed my ability to create interactive and immersive learning environments, ensuring that students not only grasp the fundamentals but also enjoy the process of learning. I am now eager to transition into a collaborative and dynamic software development setting, where I can apply my analytical skills and commitment to personal growth.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Homeroom PYP IB Teacher

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Nanchang International School

Jan 2022 - Jan 2023 (1 year)

Designed and delivered Math, IB Unit of Inquiry, and English lessons, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving in students. Led extracurricular activities to enhance student engagement.

Curriculum Design Critical Thinking Problem Solving Team Collaboration

ESL Teacher

American Eagle Institute

Jan 2024 - Jan 2024 (0 months)

Taught children aged 3 to 8, introducing them to the fundamentals of English through interactive and engaging lessons focused on speaking skills.

Communication Skills

ESL Teacher

GVI

Jan 2024 - Jan 2024 (0 months)

Led extracurricular ESL sessions, adapting content to diverse learning needs and enhancing learners’ language acquisition. Designed and delivered engaging lessons focused on critical thinking and problem-solving.

ESL Critical Thinking

ESL Teacher

Education First (EF Beijing)

Sep 2018 - Sep 2019 (1 year)

Designed immersive, engaging lessons that combined play and structured learning, focusing on oral English development for older students.

Play Based Learning

Audit Trainee

KPMG

Jan 2018 - Feb 2018 (1 month)

Conducted auditing procedures in compliance with International Standards of Auditing (ISA). Performed financial calculations and analyzed statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.

Auditing Financial Analysis Compliance Accounting Standards

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

John Moores Liverpool University

Master's degree, Education

2021 - 2023

Masters in Leadership in Education.

Rhodes University

Postgraduate Diploma, Accounting

2016 - 2017

Postgraduate diploma in accounting.

Rhodes University

Bachelor's degree, Accounting

2012 - 2015

I thrive in environments that require informed risk-taking and creative problem-solving, bringing a unique perspective from my background in education and international experience. With a strong commitment to personal growth and adaptability, I’m ready to leverage these skills in a collaborative and dynamic software development setting.