Anethea Samuels
Cape Town,Western Cape
Summary
Final-year B.Ed student with over 5 years of teaching experience, passionate about creating engaging and inclusive learning environments. Known for a creative approach to lesson planning and instructional strategies that inspire and motivate learners. Skilled in leveraging strong curriculum knowledge to drive improved academic performance. Committed to fostering a supportive atmosphere that encourages learner achievement and personal growth. Dedicated to continuous professional development and making a positive impact in the field of education.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Primary assistant teacher
St. Theresa's Primary School
Athlone, Western Cape
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Aided teachers in marking classroom books, reducing their workload, and improving efficiency.
- Prepared teaching materials and resources to facilitate effective lesson delivery.
- Facilitated a positive learning environment for children through the implementation of creative teaching methods.
- Created positive, engaging learning environments to improve learner experiences.
- Supervised pupils during lunchtimes and educational visits.
- Prepared visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays for daily lessons.
Teacher
Babes and Tots Campus
Athlone, Western Cape
03.2017 - 03.2019
- Maintained accurate records of each child's academic progress and behavioural patterns.
- Regularly communicated with parents about the child's day-to-day activities, keeping them updated on their child's experience at preschool.
- Managed classroom behaviour, ensuring a safe, respectful atmosphere.
- Nurtured children's emotional intelligence to foster empathy and understanding.
- Facilitated outdoor activities enhancing motor skills development in early-age children.
- Inspired a love of learning with engaging lesson plans and activities.
- Implemented innovative play-based learning strategies, fostering creativity in children.
Education facilitator
Manenberg AfterCare Centre
Manenberg, Western Cape
02.2013 - 01.2015
- Instructed learners in reading skills
- Facilitated planning processes for concerts and events.
- Assisting in developing children's self-confidence.
- Guided children through life-skills activities and lessons to foster personal growth and self-improvement.
Assistant teacher
Manenberg Primary School
Manenberg, Western Cape
02.2012 - 10.2012
- Enhanced children's literacy skills through creative storytelling sessions.
- Ensured cleanliness and hygiene standards in the classroom environment at all times.
- Supported learners' emotional well-being by offering empathetic listening and guidance.
- Worked alongside teaching staff during parent-teacher meetings, providing relevant input when required.
- Prepared classrooms for lessons, ensuring all necessary resources were available.
- Assisted in managing classroom behaviour for a safe learning environment.
- Provided additional support to learners with special educational needs.
- Safeguarded children's welfare at all times.
- Maintained good knowledge of current topics to provide helpful, informative learner guidance.
Education
Bachelor of Education In Foundation Phase - Education
Varsity College
Claremont, Western Cape 03.2021 -
Higher Certificate in Early Childhood Care - Education
Varsity College
Claremont, Western Cape 01.2021 - 12.2021
National Certificate in Film and Television - Film and Media
RLABS
Athlone 01.2015 - 10.2016
Skills
- Event planning
- Facilitating
- Lesson planning
- Creativity in teaching
- Public Speaking
- Classroom technology integration
Languages
English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Fluent
Affiliations
mentoring
event planning
reading
arts and crafts
volunteering
photography
Accomplishments
Golden Key International Honour Society
Chairperson Award of Varsity College Cares Committee
Women in Leadership Award
Member of Varsity College Voice Member Award
Certification
Certificate in Early Childhood Care and Education
National Certificate in Film and Television Production
Certificate in Office Management and Technology
Student Teacher SACE Certificate
Certificate in Special Needs Education
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bachelor of Education In Foundation Phase - Education
Varsity College
03.2021 -
Primary assistant teacher
St. Theresa's Primary School
02.2021 - 12.2021
Higher Certificate in Early Childhood Care - Education
Varsity College
01.2021 - 12.2021
Teacher
Babes and Tots Campus
03.2017 - 03.2019
National Certificate in Film and Television - Film and Media
RLABS
01.2015 - 10.2016
Education facilitator
Manenberg AfterCare Centre
02.2013 - 01.2015
Assistant teacher
Manenberg Primary School
02.2012 - 10.2012
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