Charmaine C.
Senior Edtech Solutions Specialist
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Charmaine C. is a seasoned education professional with extensive experience in the integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in primary education. Over 28 years, she has authored textbooks, developed ICT-integrated curriculums, and trained teachers to incorporate new technologies into their classrooms. Her work includes curriculum development for ICT, the introduction of STEAM education, and the design of a coding curriculum for the Cape Town Science Centre. As a diligent Education Consultant, Charmaine provides professional development for educators, focusing on 21st Century Learning, Project/Problem-Based Learning, and leveraging tools from Microsoft's O365 and Google for Education. She has empowered educators to use technology effectively, integrating mobile device technologies over the past 13 years. As a Master Trainer, she has led initiatives with ClassroomAPP and CleverTouch Interactive Panels. Her recent role at 2Simple South Africa involved digital curriculum development and aligning it with the South African CAPS curriculum.
Experience
Edtech Solutions specialist
2Simple South Africa · 2023 — 2026Worked as an account manager and engaged in digital curriculum development, aligning the Purple Mash curriculum with CAPS.Master Trainer
Smart Idea Group · 2022 — 2023Trained educators on mastering the Digital Classroom using ClassroomAPP and CleverTouch Interactive Panels.Head of Learning
NBConsult Group · 2020 — 2022Developed and created courses focused on digital transformation for education and business, and delivered presentations both remotely and face-to-face.Classroom Success Manager
Microsoft Education South Africa · 2019 — 2020Promoted, presented, and trained educators on Microsoft tools for education.Independent Education Consultant
Edupaths · 2018 — 2019Provided professional development focused on integrating education platforms such as O365 and Google, along with mobile device technology in schools.Education Consultant
Edu 365 SA · 2017 — 2018Led teacher coaching and development while designing and delivering curriculum and ICT integration courses.Education Consultant, ICT Integration and Innovation
null · 2013 — 2017Consulted on ICT integration and innovation for various educational institutions, focusing on subjects such as EMS for Grade 7 and Edtech innovation.Senior Project Manager
Sherston Publishing Group – Sherston Sheshani · 2003 — 2013Localized existing language software for South African languages and contributed to marketing, sales, and presentations. Provided teacher training on integrating interactive whiteboard technology and curriculum software.IT Teacher, Operations Manager, Marketing and Sales
Computers 4 Kids · 1997 — 2002Performed duties including IT teaching and operations management while also handling marketing and sales. Created an integrated ICT curriculum for primary school.Author: textbooks for Gr 4 – 7 in Social & Natural Sciences (OBE)
null · 1996 — 1998Authored textbooks for grades 4 to 7 covering Social and Natural Sciences and engaged in freelance teacher training.Intersen teacher (all subjects)
null · 1980 — 1996Instructed students in various subjects as an Intersen teacher and led professional development initiatives.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Higher Diploma in Education (Remedial & N Sotho)College of Education for Further Training · 1987 — 1987
- Teacher’s Diploma (Natural Science & Physical Education)Johannesburg College of Education · 1979 — 1979
- Matric: University ExemptionGreenside High School, Johannesburg · 1976 — 1976
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