Early childhood educator, Elementary School teacher (Jan, 2014
–Dec, 2016) at Cold Comfort Junior School, Harare
Foundational development*: Build basic skills — language, motor skills, social interaction, self-regulation
- *Play-based learning*: Use games, songs, stories, and hands-on activities to teach concepts
- *Care + education*: Combine teaching with basic care — feeding, toileting, naps, emotional comfort
- *Observation & assessment*: Track developmental milestones, spot delays early
- *Parent partnership*: Daily communication with parents about routines, behavior, progress
- *Safe environment*: Create nurturing, safe spaces that encourage exploration
*Elementary School Teacher*
_Typically ages 6–11, Grades 1–6_
*Core roles:*
- *Academic instruction*: Teach core subjects — literacy, math, science, social studies — to set academic foundations
- Curriculum delivery: Follow structured curriculum standards and prepare students for assessments
- Skill building: Develop critical thinking, reading comprehension, writing, problem-solving
- Classroom management: Handle larger groups, set rules, manage behavior, foster independence
- Differentiated learning: Adapt lessons for varied ability levels in the same class
- Formal assessment Grade work, give tests, write report cards, meet learning targets
-Broader collaboration. Work with specialists, counselors, and administrators on student progress