Erica Knip
English Teacher
Maputo
Summary
Dedicated teacher and professional with successful experience in fast-paced office settings. Hardworking team player with expertise in completing various clerical tasks and offering staff support. Responsible, punctual and productive professional when working with little to no supervision.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Shalom Christian College
11.2020 - 11.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
English Teacher
Willow International School
01.2015 - 11.2020
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
- Mentored new teachers within the department, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching methods.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on educational trends and research-based strategies for instruction.
- Led after-school tutoring sessions for students needing extra support or enrichment opportunities, resulting in improved academic outcomes.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students.
HSE Officer
TM Peters Timber
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Facilitated regular HSE meetings with cross-functional teams, fostering open dialogue about safety concerns and driving continuous improvement efforts.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations through diligent monitoring and reporting processes.
- Worked closely with contractors to ensure adherence to established safety protocols during construction projects, reducing potential hazards onsite.
- Investigated workplace incidents thoroughly to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions for prevention of future occurrences.
- Managed internal audits of company''s HSE policies and procedures to ensure continuous improvement opportunities were identified and acted upon efficiently.
- Reduced the number of accidents by developing and implementing comprehensive safety training programs for employees.
Assistant
Ricoh
01.2006 - 12.2009
- Increased efficiency by implementing new processes and providing administrative support to management.
- Optimized resource usage by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and maintaining equipment functionality.
- Facilitated smooth project execution by managing deadlines, resources allocation, and progress updates.
- Supported business growth by assisting in marketing campaigns and coordinating events.
- Assisted managers in decision-making processes based on thorough research and analysis of available data.
- Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Empangueni High School
South Africa 04.2001 -
No Degree - Informatics
Quelimane Tek
Quelimane, Mozambique 04.2001 -
Skills
Fluent in English
undefinedTimeline
Teacher
Shalom Christian College
11.2020 - 11.2023
English Teacher
Willow International School
01.2015 - 11.2020
HSE Officer
TM Peters Timber
01.2013 - 12.2013
Assistant
Ricoh
01.2006 - 12.2009
High School Diploma -
Empangueni High School
04.2001 -
No Degree - Informatics
Quelimane Tek
04.2001 -
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