SAMANTHA PURCHASE
Dar Es Salaam
Summary
Encouraging manager with years of experience in classrooms with the ability to design curriculum and age appropriate learning experiences for the learner and help to mentor strong teaching teams that are able to holistically care for the children's well-being. A natural talent for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent parent school relations with an aptitude for relationship-building with in the school, stakeholders and community members.
Proficient in using independent decision-making skills with a sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Dedicated to applying training opportunities for teachers, evaluating the success and building strong teachers to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Organized, dependable and successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Director/Principal Consultant
Angaza Academy LTD
01.2023 - Current
- Increased company revenue by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Secured key partnerships that contributed to the company''s overall growth strategy and market reach.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Evaluated employee performance objectively using established metrics, leading to fair compensation adjustments based on meritocracy principles.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
School Manager
Maple Bloom
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Improved school operations by streamlining administrative processes and implementing efficient systems.
- Enhanced student experience by collaborating with faculty to develop engaging academic programs.
- Managed annual budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and financial stability for the school.
- Oversaw staff recruitment, training, and performance evaluations, fostering a productive work environment.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and the community through effective communication and involvement in local events.
- Boosted parental engagement through regular newsletters, informative workshops, and open-door policies.
Class Teacher
The Latham School
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and strategies tailored to individual learning styles.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering a sense of community within the classroom.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication and informative meetings, strengthening the home-school connection.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world problem-solving exercises.
School Principal
One Planet Preschool and Day Care
04.2019 - 07.2019
- School setup including outside and inside environment, school marketing and advertising, administration, curriculum planning and teacher training.
School Principal
Little Wings Day care Centre and Preschool
09.2018 - 03.2019
- Preschool setup including school registration, school setup including outside and inside environment, school marketing and advertising, administration, curriculum planning and teacher training.
Day Care Manager and Teacher Trainer
Busy Bees Day Care Centre
08.2015 - 08.2018
Liberty Church
01.2008 - 01.2016
- Missionary Work which included teaching, planning and compiling ECD Curriculum, mentoring teachers, training staff/community teachers, implementing English Curriculums for pre-schoolers, teaching English to teachers, writing and reporting budget proposals, monitoring and evaluating for International Donors, service centre coordinator, Principal of preschool, leadership roles including kitchen responsibilities, doctor/hospital visits with children.
Pineforest Nursery School
01.2005 - 12.2007
- Assistant teacher for the Grade 0 (PK1), Lead teacher for the 18 months - 3 year age group, Lead teacher Grade 000 (3-4yrs age group), Lead teacher Grade 00 (4-5yr age group).
Education
Matric -
Welkom High School
South AfricaEarly Childhood Development and Reception Year (Diploma) -
UNISA
South Africa 11.2005
New/Old Testament Survey -
Rosebank Union College
Petra Institute for Children Ministry -
TEFL 120hours Advanced English teaching -
Masterclass blogging -
Skills
- Passionate about leadership and teacher development
- Good communication skills with teachers, students and parents
- Skilled at problem solving
- Adapting to a variety of different teaching methods
- Staff Development
- Organizational Development
- Financial Reporting
- Curriculum Development
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Marketing Strategy
- Story Pitching
Accomplishments
- Malawi - Kegels Nursery School: Community woman joined our school and after intense training; the teachers were able to support their families and even open their own successful community preschool.
- Tanzania - Busy Bees Pre-school: Mentoring and Training teachers with local ECD certificates. Three of the teachers applied the training, worked very hard and today have taken lead roles at different schools.
Additional Training Courses
- Paediatric basic CPR course
- Gross motor movement skill development workshop
- How to handle a disruptive child
- Introduction to OBE
- Early childhood Development
- Skills training (Lo's)
- Playroom planning
- Planning daily Programme
- Assessments
- Jolly Phonics
I like to be creative and I am happy when I am crafting and designing.
I am a successful crafter that enjoys to design and make useable objects both for pleasure but also for the school environment. I work in paint, fabric and recyclable materials to create new and fun items.
Timeline
Director/Principal Consultant
Angaza Academy LTD
01.2023 - Current
School Manager
Maple Bloom
01.2022 - 08.2022
Class Teacher
The Latham School
08.2021 - 01.2022
School Principal
One Planet Preschool and Day Care
04.2019 - 07.2019
School Principal
Little Wings Day care Centre and Preschool
09.2018 - 03.2019
Day Care Manager and Teacher Trainer
Busy Bees Day Care Centre
08.2015 - 08.2018
Liberty Church
01.2008 - 01.2016
Pineforest Nursery School
01.2005 - 12.2007
Matric -
Welkom High School
Early Childhood Development and Reception Year (Diploma) -
UNISA
New/Old Testament Survey -
Rosebank Union College
Petra Institute for Children Ministry -
TEFL 120hours Advanced English teaching -
Masterclass blogging -
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