LEA MATHEUS
Walvis Bay
Summary
Passionate educator with diverse experience across various learning environments, including specialized and mainstream settings. Skilled in creating engaging curriculums tailored to individual student needs, fostering inclusive classroom atmospheres that inspire curiosity and learning. Demonstrated ability to adapt teaching methodologies to enhance student understanding and achievement. Successfully implemented innovative teaching strategies that improved learner engagement and academic performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Duinesig High School
Walvis Bay, Namibia
01.2018 - Current
- Taught geographic concepts to NSSCO and NSSCAS students.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
- Met with parents to discuss learners' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
- Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.
Part-time Lecturer
International University of Management
Walvis Bay
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Instructed first- through fourth-year B.Ed. cohorts in Geography and Social Studies Education.
- Facilitated advanced curriculum planning sessions for third-year education classes.
- Reviewed and selected textbooks and other educational materials, ensuring they meet the course objectives and academic standards.
Student Researcher
Swansea University
Swansea City
09.2016 - 12.2017
- Submitted weekly writing assignments and study reports.
- Presented experimental findings in presentations with graphs, charts and other visual aids.
- Attended conferences and seminars related to the field of study.
- Contributed to the writing and editing of research papers, reports, and presentations.
- Conducted comprehensive literature reviews to support ongoing research projects.
- Performed statistical analysis on data and results, identifying and utilizing appropriate techniques.
Education
Master of Science - Geographic Information and Climate Change
Swansea University
Wales, United Kingdom01.2017
Bachelor of Education - Geography
University of Namibia
Windhoek, Namibia01.2006
Skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Effective Assessment Strategies
- Qualitative and Quantitative Research Skills
- Python Data Analysis
- Skilled in Geographic Information Systems
- Satellite Imagery Interpretation
- Climate Change Awareness
- Environmental Assessment
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Strategic Decision Making
- Detail-Oriented
- Student assessment
- Excellent classroom management
Accomplishments
Directorate of Education - Erongo Region awards:
- Certificate of excellence for excellent achievement in learners OCT/NOV 2023 NSSCAS results
- Certificate of recognition for best improvement in learners OCT/NOV 2023 NSSCO results
- Certificate of recognition for best improvement in learners OCT/NOV 2022 NSSCAS results
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Part-time Lecturer
International University of Management
08.2024 - 11.2024
Teacher
Duinesig High School
01.2018 - Current
Student Researcher
Swansea University
09.2016 - 12.2017
Master of Science - Geographic Information and Climate Change
Swansea University
Bachelor of Education - Geography
University of Namibia
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