Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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References
Personal Information
Social Skills And Competences
Desired Employment - Occupational Field
Languages
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Edgar Minyoi

Edgar Minyoi

Windhoek

Summary

Seasoned Teacher with deep understanding of lesson planning, classroom management, and educational technology integration. Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning styles and needs. Strong communicator with a knack for fostering meaningful relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Proven track record of creating engaging learning environments and promoting positive student outcomes.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Van Rhyn Primar School
Windhoek
01.2024 - Current
  • Implemented effective teaching methods, including collaborative learning and positive reinforcement.
  • Organized field trips and educational visits to establish real-world connections with classroom learning.
  • Monitored student progress through assessments to identify and support struggling learners.
  • Contributed to school committees focused on enhancing policies, environment, and community relations.
  • Created engaging presentations, visual aids, and worksheets to improve the learning experience.
  • Facilitated critical thinking through inquiry-based learning activities and discussions.
  • Integrated technology into lessons with digital presentations and online resources for interactive learning.
  • Developed innovative lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles, boosting student engagement.

Online Tutor (Project-based Learning)

University of Namibia
Windhoek
08.2020 - 01.2023
  • Acquired significant expertise in adult education, overseeing more than 200 students across two courses.
  • Utilized inquiry-based learning techniques to enhance educational outcomes.Oversaw education for over 200 adult learners across two courses, achieving a pass rate above 95%.
  • Designed personalized learning plans to address diverse competencies and improve student outcomes.
  • Utilized inquiry-based learning techniques to foster critical thinking and engagement.
  • Provided constructive feedback and encouragement to enhance self-esteem and academic resilience.
  • Engaged in continuous professional development to remain informed on educational best practices.
  • Conducted classes, workshops, and remote programs to train adult learners effectively.
  • Planned targeted lessons to strengthen subject weaknesses and build upon existing skills.

Teacher: Grade 5-7

Wilhelm Nortier Primary School
Grootfontein
01.2011 - 08.2017
  • Company Overview: Public School
  • English Second Language and Social Studies
  • Public School
  • Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
  • Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

University of Oulu
Oulu, Finland
05-2026

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of Oulu
Oulu, Finland
05-2020

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Classroom management
  • Adult education
  • Project management
  • Critical thinking
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Innovative lesson planning
  • Elementary education
  • Creative lesson planning
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Student needs assessment
  • Instructional methods
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Student engagement
  • ESL- english as second language
  • Project-based learning
  • Technology integration
  • Youth mentorship

Additional Information

I am currently studying Intercultural Teacher Education Joint Masters Degree Programme at the University of Oulu, Finland. I am a motivated and hardworking person with a thirst for knowledge a drive to succeed. I have dedicated my life to education and I see every opportunity within this field as opportunity to learn and grow as a professional and also means to find personal gratification in the knowledge that I am helping make this world a better place through the children whose lives we impact on a daily basis as teachers.

References

  • Jerry Ekandjo, Van Rhyn Primary School, +264 81 302 0189
  • Elmarie Pieters, Delta Primary School, hod2@delta-school.com, +264 81 234 5963
  • Erkkie Haipinge, University of Namibia, ehaipinge@unam.na, +264 81 247 1507

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 11/17/84
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Namibia

Social Skills And Competences

7 years as a teacher also required me to engage with children, parents and fellow teachers. I have worked as a waiter during my student days which required a lot of social and interpersonal interactions with clients.

Desired Employment - Occupational Field

Education/Teacher/Language instructor

Languages

Oshikuanyama
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Afrikaans
Advanced (C1)
C1
Otjiherero
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Damara-Nama
Intermediate (B1)
B1
German
Beginner
A1
Finnish
Elementary (A2)
A2

Timeline

Teacher

Van Rhyn Primar School
01.2024 - Current

Online Tutor (Project-based Learning)

University of Namibia
08.2020 - 01.2023

Teacher: Grade 5-7

Wilhelm Nortier Primary School
01.2011 - 08.2017

Master of Arts - Education

University of Oulu

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of Oulu

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