TUELO DOROTHY MONARE
Thamaga
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher with over 20 years of experience in inclusive and mainstream educational environments, committed to fostering equitable learning opportunities for all students. Expertise includes dyslexia intervention, structured literacy, outcome-based education, and the development of effective learner support systems. Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Special Education, driven by a passion for culturally responsive teaching that aligns with global inclusive education frameworks. A proven track record of empowering diverse learners and advocating for their unique educational needs demonstrates a strong dedication to student success and inclusivity.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teacher
Ministry Of Child Welfare and Basic Education
Thamaga
01.2015 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated three classroom activities that promoted student participation and learning. For example debate, presentation and learner teaching learner program which improved results from 55% to 87%.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions which improved results from 55% to 87%.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional strategies and share resources.
Teacher
Ministry of Child Welfare and Basic Education
Bobonong
06.2010 - 12.2014
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment .
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities which improved results from 60% to 75%.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
Teacher
Ministry of Child Welfare and Basic Education
Kalkfontein
02.2006 - 05.2010
- Implemented classroom management techniques to create a positive learning environment which improved by 20%
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Supported students in achieving academic goals through personalized guidance.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching practices.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Philippine Christian University
Philippines06-2026
Master of Arts - Special Education
Philippine Christian University
Philippines06-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Education
North West University
South Africa 05.2001 - 01.2005
Skills
- Special Needs & Inclusive Education
- Dyslexia Intervention & Structured Literacy
- Outcome-Based & Learner-Centered Pedagogy
- Sign Language (Basic to Intermediate)
- Guidance & Student Wellbeing Support
- Curriculum Differentiation
- Assessment & Reporting
- Teacher Training & Workshop Facilitation
Accomplishments
- Student Mentor - Volunteered as temporary student guidance counselor to help resolve student personal issues.
- Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths and weaknesses. Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classroom, reversing scores on special education from 55% average to 87% average.
- Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
- Interactive Learning - Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
Certification
- 2025 – Certificate in Sign Language, Botswana Society for the Deaf
- 2024 – Training in Outcome-Based Education, Philippine Christian University
- 2024 – Africa Reading Conference Participant, Lowapi Study Centre
- Short Course in Dyslexia – Kenya Dyslexia Organization
- Advanced Dyslexia & Structured Literacy Training – USA (Dr. Ghad)
- Facilitator and participant in workshops on Structured Literacy, Inclusive Education, and Curriculum Adaptation
Additional Information
BOTSWANA DRIVER'S LICENCE
- Class B
REFERENCES
Available on request
LANGUAGES
English – Fluent
Setswana – Native
Timeline
Teacher
Ministry Of Child Welfare and Basic Education
01.2015 - Current
Teacher
Ministry of Child Welfare and Basic Education
06.2010 - 12.2014
Teacher
Ministry of Child Welfare and Basic Education
02.2006 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Education
North West University
05.2001 - 01.2005
Master of Arts - Special Education
Philippine Christian University
Master of Arts - Special Education
Philippine Christian University
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