Bantu Makalima

[email protected] • +270729014521

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dynamic debate coach and competitive debater with over 10 years of experience, including 5 years dedicated to coaching high-performing teams. Proven track record of leading students to provincial championships and national competitions, enhancing their critical thinking and public speaking skills. Adept at fostering a collaborative environment that encourages mentorship and growth, resulting in a 30% increase in team performance metrics. Passionate about empowering the next generation of leaders through effective communication and strategic argumentation.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Public Speaking Coach

01/2025 - 11/2026

Brackenfell Primary School , Cape Town

• Design and deliver structured public speaking training sessions for students.

• Teach speech writing, delivery techniques, voice control, body language, and audience engagement.

• Develop students’ confidence, clarity, and persuasive communication skills.

• Provide individual coaching and constructive performance feedback.

• Prepare students for speech competitions, presentations, and formal events.

• Train students in impromptu speaking and structured prepared speeches.

• Guide learners in organizing ideas logically and communicating effectively under pressure.

• Foster leadership, self-expression, and professional presentation skills.

Debate Coach

04/2025 - 11/2025

CBC St John's , Cape Town

• Plan, prepare, and deliver structured debate training sessions for students.

• Teach argument construction, rebuttal techniques, case building, and strategic analysis.

• Develop students’ public speaking, critical thinking, and research skills.

• Prepare teams for tournaments at regional, provincial, and national level.

• Adjudicate practice debates and provide constructive, performance-based feedback.

• Mentor students in leadership, teamwork, and confidence building.

• Research and develop debate motions relevant to current affairs and academic themes.

• Organize internal debate programs and coordinate participation in external competitions.

• Track student progress and implement improvement strategies.

Debate Coach

02/2018 - 11/2018

Alphendale Secondary School , East London