I'm a Malawian-born educator and engineer currently based in Poland, with a background in chemical engineering and TEFL. I have taught chemistry, science, and English across international settings, and I enjoy translating complex ideas into engaging lessons for learners of all ages. I’m passionate about bridging technical and educational spaces to create practical, impactful learning experiences. Beyond teaching, I love language, travel, and music. I’m a guitarist and church singer, a budding poet, and I enjoy coding (Python, SQL) and data engineering. I’m fluent in English and Chichewa, conversational in Mandarin, and I thrive on collaborative projects that combine creativity with real-world outcomes.

Zipporah Bvalani Phiri

I'm a Malawian-born educator and engineer currently based in Poland, with a background in chemical engineering and TEFL. I have taught chemistry, science, and English across international settings, and I enjoy translating complex ideas into engaging lessons for learners of all ages. I’m passionate about bridging technical and educational spaces to create practical, impactful learning experiences. Beyond teaching, I love language, travel, and music. I’m a guitarist and church singer, a budding poet, and I enjoy coding (Python, SQL) and data engineering. I’m fluent in English and Chichewa, conversational in Mandarin, and I thrive on collaborative projects that combine creativity with real-world outcomes.

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I’m a Malawian-born educator and engineer currently based in Poland, with a background in chemical engineering and TEFL. I have taught chemistry, science, and English across international settings, and I enjoy translating complex ideas into engaging lessons for learners of all ages. I’m passionate about bridging technical and educational spaces to create practical, impactful learning experiences.

Beyond teaching, I love language, travel, and music. I’m a guitarist and church singer, a budding poet, and I enjoy coding (Python, SQL) and data engineering. I’m fluent in English and Chichewa, conversational in Mandarin, and I thrive on collaborative projects that combine creativity with real-world outcomes.

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Language

English
Fluent
Chichewa; Chewa; Nyanja
Fluent
Chinese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Teacher at Regent College International High School and Primary School
September 1, 2025 - Present
Teaching secondary school Chemistry, Cambridge Primary Science and Math; English as a Second Language at RCISL Language School.
Online Corporate Coach and Early Education Teacher
August 1, 2025 - September 15, 2025
Online corporate coaching and early education instruction; 30-40 hours per week.
English Teacher at Novakid Inc.
February 1, 2025 - September 15, 2025
Teaching English to students aged 3-14.
English Teacher / Business English Instructor at Daily Education China
February 1, 2025 - September 15, 2025
Teaching Business English to Chinese professionals from companies such as BMW, COSCO Shipping, etc.
Corporate English Instructor at Global English Advanced Language Community (GEADLCC Chile)
May 1, 2023 - September 15, 2025
Teaching corporate English communication to Chilean professionals from Siemens Energy.
Quality Assurance Intern at Bakhresa Malawi
October 1, 2021 - September 15, 2025
Chemical analysis of wheat flour produced at Buhler Mills; delivering daily reports.
Junior Consultant (Management Internship Role) at Land O' Lakes Venture 37 Malawi
February 1, 2023 - September 15, 2025
Assisting the Senior Portfolio Manager in tracking, monitoring and verifying data documentation as well as quarterly reports reviews for 12 Technology Innovation Commercialization partners in the Business Incubation Unit.
Teacher at Maximo Nivel, Costa Rica
February 1, 2023 - September 15, 2025
Teaching adults General English.
Teacher at Regent College International High School and Primary School
September 1, 2025 - Present
Teach secondary school Chemistry, Cambridge Primary Science and Maths; English as a Second Language at RCIS Language School; develop lesson plans, assess student progress, and support learners across curricula.
Online Corporate Coach and Early Education Teacher at NovaKid Inc. USA
August 31, 2025 - September 15, 2025
Provide English language coaching to young learners and corporate clients; design and deliver online lessons; manage 30–40 hours per week.
Business English Instructor at Daily Education China
February 28, 2025 - September 15, 2025
Teaching Business English to Chinese professionals from companies such as BMW and COSCO Shipping.
Corporate English Instructor at Global English Advanced Language Community (GEADLCC) Chile
May 31, 2023 - September 15, 2025
Teaching Corporate English communication to Chilean professionals from companies such as Siemens Energy.
General English Instructor at Maximo Nivel Costa Rica
February 28, 2023 - September 15, 2025
Teaching adults General English.
Junior Consultant (Management Internship) at Land O’ Lakes Venture 37 Malawi
February 28, 2023 - September 15, 2025
Assisting the Senior Portfolio Manager in tracking, monitoring and verifying data documentation and quarterly reports for 12 Technology Innovation Commercialization partners in the Business Incubation Unit; monitoring project progress and coordinating with rural contract farmers and SME directors.
Quality Assurance Intern at Bakhresa Malawi
October 31, 2021 - September 15, 2025
Chemical analysis of wheat flour produced at Buhler Mills and delivery of daily reports.
Teacher at Regent College International High School and Primary School
September 1, 2025 - Present
Teaching secondary school chemistry, Cambridge Primary Science and Math; English as a Second Language at RCIS Language School
Online Corporate Coach & Early Education Teacher at NovaKid Inc. (USA)
August 31, 2025 - September 15, 2025
Online English teaching to students aged 3-14 (30-40 hours per week).
Online English Teacher at Daily Education China
February 28, 2025 - September 15, 2025
Teaching Business English to Chinese professionals from companies such as BMW, COSCO Shipping.
Corporate English Communication Teacher at Global English Adventure Language Community (GEADLC) Chile
May 31, 2023 - September 15, 2025
Teaching corporate English communication to Chilean professionals from Siemens Energy.
Junior Consultant (Management Internship) at Land O’ Lakes Venture 37 Malawi
February 28, 2023 - September 15, 2025
Assisted the Senior Portfolio Manager in tracking, monitoring and verifying data documentation as well as quarterly reports; involved with 12 Technology Innovation Commercialization Partners in the Business Incubation Unit.
Quality Assurance Intern at Bakhresa Malawi
October 31, 2021 - September 15, 2025
Chemical analysis of wheat flour produced at Buhler Mills and delivering daily reports.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering at Malawi University of Science and Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022
Cambridge IGCSE at Kamuzu Academy
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012
Advanced Levels at Kamuzu Academy
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
TEFL 120-hour Certificate at Global TEFL
February 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023
Data Engineering Certificate (Professional Certification) at IBM Data Engineering Program
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering at Malawi University of Science and Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022
Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) at Kamuzu Academy
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012
Advanced Level at Kamuzu Academy
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
TEFL Certificate (120 hours) at Global TEFL
January 11, 2030 - September 15, 2025
Data Engineering Course Professional Certificate at IBM
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Registered Graduate Engineer at Malawi Engineering Institution
January 1, 2016 - September 15, 2025
Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering at Malawi University of Science and Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022
Cambridge IGCSE at Kamuzu Academy, Cambridge International
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Advanced Level at Kamuzu Academy, Cambridge International
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Global TEFL 120-hour TEFL certificate at Global TEFL
January 11, 2030 - September 15, 2025
Data Engineering Course (Professional Certificate) at IBM
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Registered Graduate Engineer at Malawi Engineering Institute
April 1, 2016 - September 15, 2025
Course: Python Programming, SQL, and Machine Learning for Data Engineering at Various
January 11, 2030 - September 15, 2025

Qualifications

TEFL 120-hour Certificate
February 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023
Registered Graduate Engineer (Malawi Engineering Institution)
January 1, 2016 - September 15, 2025
Cambridge IGCSE
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012
Cambridge A-Levels
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
Data Engineering Course (Professional Certification)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Data Engineering Course Professional Certificate
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Cambridge IGCSE (Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education)
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Cambridge Advanced Level
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
TEFL Certificate (120 hours)
January 11, 2030 - September 15, 2025
Registered Graduate Engineer
January 1, 2016 - September 15, 2025
Global TEFL 120-hour TEFL certificate
January 11, 2030 - September 15, 2025
Data Engineering Course (Professional Certificate)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Cambridge IGCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education)
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Advanced Levels
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Registered Graduate Engineer
April 1, 2016 - September 15, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Other