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Mathematics Teacher the same time. I teach mathematics from Grade 8 to Grade 12,
and also do extra lessons with my students as well as the
broader community via my Facebook Page (CSM Mathematics)
and a WhatsApp group. My intent with these forums is to
Mathematics explain concepts, as well as offering alternative solutions to
Sakhile
is the future.
questions and problems. While I spend most of my days (and
It is why I
evenings) teaching mathematics, I wouldn’t change it for
chose a
anything - I believe this is the only way for me to further
career in
learn, develop my skills in the subject and inspire others
helping and
along the way.
educating
Mkhize
others – I
Outside of work, I enjoy playing chess as I believe that
can change a lot of students’ lives mathematics and chess go hand in hand – requiring you to
using numbers and inspiring them
think, strategise and problem-solve before you can find
to pursue a career in mathematics answers. I am a very active person - I believe in being
and related fields.
mentally and physically fit. And lastly, I am a family man who
enjoys spending time with his family.
I grew up in a small town called
Illovo in Durban, and obtained an A
in mathematics in matric, so I knew
I wanted to pursue a career dealing
with numbers. I graduated with a
Clive Statistics from the University of
BSc (Honours) in Mathematics and

Kwa-Zulu Natal (UKZN), and then
went on to study a PGCE in
Mathematics and qualified as a
professional mathematics teacher. I
am currently finishing my Masters in
Statistics, also at UKZN.

My day to day life tends to be
hectic, but fun and challenging at

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