Mothusi Calvin Morapedi
Francistown,Botswana
Summary
Enthusiastic Physics Teacher with knack for making complex topics accessible and engaging. Improved student outcomes by designing interactive lesson plans and integrating technology into classroom. Known for fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages curiosity and critical thinking. Offering well-rounded background in physics education, with strong skills in communication, classroom management, and curriculum development. Knowledgeable about fostering positive learning environment and engaging students with interactive lessons. Innovative individual with talent for simplifying complex concepts and inspiring students. Possesses strong analytical skills and excellent communication abilities, fostering stimulating learning environment. Aims to drive academic success.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher of physics in high school
Ministry Of Education and Skills Development
Francistown , Botswana
08.2002 - Current
Motivated students to pursue and achieve personal goals.
- Demonstrated Physics concepts and practicals to reinforce learning.
- Prepared lesson content and delivery in line with curriculum guidelines.
- Identified student strengths and weaknesses, providing constructive feedback to improve results.
- Supervised laboratory activities and enforced safety standards to minimise accidents.
- Assessed student performance, behaviour and class engagement.
- Employed different tools to deliver Physics curricula to students.
- Reported on students progress and attitude to learning at parent-teacher meetings.
- Worked with communities to correct behaviour and maximise student learning.
- Prepared equipment and laboratories for experiments and examinations.
- Completed risk assessments, determining and controlling potential hazardous situations.
- Prepared students for exams by issuing Physics assessments and quizzes.
- Cross-checked teaching skills against student performance, identifying and correcting gaps.
- Collaborated with teaching assistants and mentors to deliver additional support to struggling students.
- Pursued professional training to sharpen leadership and management skills.
- Supported department development plans to meet new national curriculum requirements.
- Over 20 years Physics teaching experience
Telecommunications technician
ComlinkAfrica
Francistown , Botswana
06.2012 - 11.2012
- Maintained clear and complete records of installation, maintenance or repair actions over 6 months.
- Troubleshot and repaired cable signal issues by replacing faulty cables, power supplies and associated equipment.
- Repaired cable infrastructures to restore function and limit customer connection issues.
- Serviced telecommunications equipment to maintain good working order and function.
- Troubleshot problems with equipment and devices, tracing root causes and correcting problems.
- Adhered to industry regulations to maintain compliant health and safety practices.
- Assisted customers to identifying and correcting problems with installed equipment and systems.
- Responded quickly to customer complaints, providing positive solutions to maintain satisfaction.
- Ran cables to connect devices, equipment and power sources to newly installed systems.
- Installed and aligned antennae to pick up signals with maximum quality and reliability.
- Drove company vehicles responsibly to best maintain company image and uphold safety compliance.
- Calibrated instruments and devices to precisely capture data.
- Handled regular repairs and maintenance for information and communications equipment.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Diploma in Telecommunications Technician
PennFoster Schools
United States of America 01.2006 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Education (Science) - Science-Physics
University of Botswana
Botswana 08.1997 - 05.2001
GCSE - High School
Matshekge Hill Senior Secondary School
Botswana 01.1993 - 11.1995
Skills
- Physics curriculum development
- Laboratory demonstrations
- Educational leadership
- GCSE triple science curriculum
- Network crisis intervention
- Fault finding and diagnosis
TEACHING SKILLS
ELECTRONICS /TELECOMMUNICATIONS SKILLS
- IT support
- Telematics
- Network repairs and maintenance
- Tech-Savvy innovator
- Drone operation expertise
- Open-Minded innovator
- Drone hardware expertise
DRONES AND INNOVATION
Accomplishments
PERSONAL AWARDS AND PERSONAL ACHIVEMENTS
a) Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST)- Annual Innovation and Science Symposium 3rd price winner – 2017 (Exhibiting the project Gastrofull-The dog feeder).
b) North Region –Best performing Physics teacher- 2015 Award.
c) North Region-Best performing Physics teacher-2016 Award by District
d) Commissioner-Francistown.
e) BIUST - Annual Innovation and Science Symposium 1st price winner – 2019
f) (Exhibiting the project -The Combat Eagle-Rescue Drones).
g) Finalist at 2019 Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) Awards
h) London- United Kingdom -2019.
i) Presenting at Africa Science Buskers (Science Fair)- Zimbabwe-2019.
j) Invitation to present the drone project at Africa Robotics Competitions in Rwanda.
k) Invitation to present the drone project at International Robotics Competitions in India in August 2020.
ACHIEVEMENTS WITH STUDENTS
· First Prize National Maths and Science Fair (Electronics)2003
· First Prize Sub-Regional and Regional Fairs (Electronics and working models Categories) 2005
· First Prize National Maths and Science Fair (Electronics Category) 2006
· First Prize Regional National Maths and Science Fair (electronics Category) 2008
· First Prize Regional National Maths and Science Fair (Electonics and working models Category) 2009
· First Prize Regional Maths and Science Fair(ElectonicsCategory) 2010
· First Prize Regional National Maths and Science Fair (Electonics Category) 2011
· First Prize Regional and National Maths and Science Fair (Electonics Category) 2012
· First Prize Regional and National Maths and Science Fair (Electonics Category) 2013
· First Prize Regional and National Maths and Science Fair (Electronics Category) 2014
· Overall First Prize Regional Maths and Science Fair -2016 (Electronics and working Models
· Overall First Prize Regional Maths and Science Fair -2018 (Electronics and working Models
· Leading a team to Turkey International Science Fair 2018
· Leading a team scientists to Africa Science Buskers in Zimbabwe 2019
· Presenting the project Combat Eagle at Africa Science Buskers 2019
· Finalist at the 2019 Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) Innovation awards. Presenting The Combat Eagle Rescue drones.
Certification
-Cyber Security for Teachers
-Diploma in Cyber Security
-Certified Telecom Network Specialist
-Voice over the Internet Protocol (VOIP)
-Telecom Management
-Total Quality Management
-Cellphone Repair Technician
Knowledge in:
-CISCO Certified Nertwork Associates-CCNA
A+ Computer repair Technician
-Python Programming
-CIMA
Affiliations
- Coaching Softball
- Coaching and practicing Karate
- Cricket Coach
- Interest in Kaizen Project Management and Lean Six Sigma
- Interest in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Engineering
Responsibilities
-Botswana U17 cricket National team leader-Botswana Cricket Association
-Maths and Science club coodinator, Materspei college
-Environmental Club Coordinator, Materspei College
-Certified Cricket coach
-Apprentice at Civil Aviation Authority Botswana -CAA
References
1.Mr O Thonkga
Principal Education Officer
North-east Region
Francistown
Tel: 2412266
2.Mrs Bantshi
Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST)
Palapye, Botswana
Tel: 4900117
3.Mr Munyere .
School Head
Materspeii College
Tel:2412283
Timeline
Telecommunications technician
ComlinkAfrica
06.2012 - 11.2012
Higher National Diploma - Diploma in Telecommunications Technician
PennFoster Schools
01.2006 - 01.2008
Teacher of physics in high school
Ministry Of Education and Skills Development
08.2002 - Current
Bachelor of Education (Science) - Science-Physics
University of Botswana
08.1997 - 05.2001
GCSE - High School
Matshekge Hill Senior Secondary School
01.1993 - 11.1995
-Cyber Security for Teachers
-Diploma in Cyber Security
-Certified Telecom Network Specialist
-Voice over the Internet Protocol (VOIP)
-Telecom Management
-Total Quality Management
-Cellphone Repair Technician
Knowledge in:
-CISCO Certified Nertwork Associates-CCNA
A+ Computer repair Technician
-Python Programming
-CIMA
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