Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Putuavanga Secondary School, enhancing student engagement through innovative technology integration and rigorous curriculum standards. Skilled in staff management and fostering a collaborative culture, I successfully improved retention rates and championed professional development, ensuring a supportive learning environment for all students.
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RICHARD URIKEE TJAZAPI
OPUWO
Summary
Overview
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Putuavanga Secondary School
School Principal
03.2000 - Current
Job overview
- Introduced new technology tools for enhancing classroom instruction, streamlining administrative tasks, and improving communication between stakeholders.
- Expanded extracurricular offerings to promote well-rounded student development both inside and outside the classroom.
- Implemented rigorous curriculum standards that aligned with state requirements to ensure academic excellence across all grade levels.
- Boosted staff morale by fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture, resulting in increased job satisfaction and retention rates.
- Implement the National Curriculum of the Namibian Education System as layout in the Education Act 3 of 2020
- Promote a positive school climate.
- Creating an effective Learning Environment.
- Leading and Managing the Staff.
- Be responsible for Staff Development.
- Be Accountable for all activities being conducted within the school .
Opuwo Town Council
Local Authority Councillor
11.2015 - 11.2020
Job overview
- Participated in budget planning sessions, ensuring responsible allocation of funds for key projects and programs.
- Championed environmental sustainability efforts within the community, leading to increased participation in recycling programs.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering professional development opportunities within the council office.
- Collaborated with other council members to develop strategic plans for community growth.
- The Chairperson of the Management Committee.
Directorate of Education in Kunene Region
Acting Senior Education Officer
01.2016 - 12.2017
Job overview
- Streamlined assessment processes for greater efficiency, contributing to improved data analysis and reporting mechanisms.
- Spearheaded grant-writing initiatives, securing funds for vital school resources and equipment.
- Championed the integration of social-emotional learning strategies into daily instruction, fostering a supportive learning environment for all students.
- Oversaw the successful implementation of new instructional methods, resulting in improved student outcomes.
- Supervise and Monitor the Social Science Department within the Region.
Education
Institute of Open LearningWindhoek, Khomas, Namibia
Bachelor of Education Honors Degree from Educational Leadership And Management
09-2021
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University of NamibiaWindhoek, Khomas, Namibia
Advance Diploma in Educational Management And Lead from Educational Leadership And Management
05-2011
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North-West UniversityPotchefstroom , South Africa
Higher Education Diploma (Secondary) from History And English Subject (Secondary)
05-2007
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Windhoek College of EducationWindhoek
Basic Education Teacher Diploma from Social Sciences Education
03-2000
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Mureti High SchoolOpuwo
IGCSE from School Certificate Secondary
11-1996
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Skills
- Staff management
- Instructional leadership
- Ethical leadership
- Student engagement
- Staff Development
- Leading and Guiding Staff
- Monitoring Staff Performance
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
Best History Teacher Grade 12 in Kunene Region with 82% quality Grades at Putuavanga Secondary School.
The Principal of the year 2022 in kunene Region.
Best performing Grade 12 History Teacher 2020.
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Acting Senior Education Officer
Directorate of Education in Kunene Region
01.2016 - 12.2017
Local Authority Councillor
Opuwo Town Council
11.2015 - 11.2020
School Principal
Putuavanga Secondary School
03.2000 - Current
Institute of Open Learning
Bachelor of Education Honors Degree from Educational Leadership And Management
University of Namibia
Advance Diploma in Educational Management And Lead from Educational Leadership And Management
North-West University
Higher Education Diploma (Secondary) from History And English Subject (Secondary)
Windhoek College of Education
Basic Education Teacher Diploma from Social Sciences Education
Mureti High School
IGCSE from School Certificate Secondary
Politics , Soccer , Reading and Researching
Politics , Soccer , Reading and Researching
I am a politician in my own right and cant spend a day discussing local , Regional and International Politics.
As a former soccer player in my youth years , i developed a relationship with Soccer at any level.
I love reading novels , political magazine and reading research work done by others.
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