ANNA SLATTER
Johannesburg
Summary
Dedicated and experienced educator with over 30 years of international teaching experience across South Africa, Saudi Arabia, China, and Qatar. CAPS-trained with strong expertise in British and American Common Core curricula. Passionate about creating inclusive, engaging classrooms that support learner growth through literacy, STEAM, differentiated learning, and assessment-driven intervention. Recently completed postgraduate studies in Special Educational Needs (SEN). Qualified to teach Senior Afrikaans, English, and Language of Learning and Teaching (LoLT). Innovative Teacher with a strong background in curriculum development and differentiated instruction. Implemented inquiry-based learning and positive behaviour interventions, enhancing critical thinking and classroom management. Dedicated to fostering an inclusive atmosphere that supports diverse learning needs and engagement.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade 2 Homeroom Teacher
Vision International School
Doha
08.2018 - 06.2026
- Delivered English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies aligned with American curriculum standards to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Strengthen literacy through Jolly Phonics and Raz-Kids Plus, achieving measurable learner improvement.
- Plan, deliver, and assess curriculum while supporting diverse learning needs.
- Conduct formative and summative assessments, including Continuous Assessment Strategies (CASS), to guide intervention.
- Integrate STEM and inquiry-based learning to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Implement Positive Behavioural Interventions and Supports (PBIS) for structured classroom management.
- Mentored colleagues and classroom assistants to improve instructional strategies and enhance classroom effectiveness.
- Engaged parents and stakeholders to foster a supportive learning environment and strengthen community involvement.
- Achievement Award: Class with Most Improvement in Jolly Phonics (2024-2025).
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities, arts and crafts club, and community programmes.
- Completed supplementary tasks to support team objectives.
- Investigated challenges by analysing data and proposed effective solutions.
ESL Teacher - KG1 & Grade 1
Maple Leaf International School
China
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Planned, delivered, and assessed ESL curriculum in a multicultural classroom.
- Conducted interactive ESL classes focusing on speaking, listening, reading, and writing to improve overall language competence.
- Applied differentiated instruction for varied English proficiency levels.
- Used phonics, games, songs, art, and storytelling to improve engagement and retention.
- Tailored teaching methods and materials to meet individual learning needs, promoting inclusivity and accessibility in the classroom.
- Maintained student interest in English language teaching through engaging, enthusiastic delivery.
- Supervised classroom behaviour to create a positive learning environment. and supported diverse learner needs.
- Motivated and supported students in overcoming language barriers, enhancing their language acquisition and confidence.
- Facilitated extracurricular activities that provided students with additional language exposure and cultural experiences. and maintained parent communication.
- Organised extracurricular activities, such as language clubs and cultural exchange events, to enhance language immersion.
Elementary Teacher
Kingdom School
Riyadh
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Adapted teaching materials, fostering inclusivity and supporting diverse learning needs.
- Delivered lower primary curriculum, enhancing engagement for multilingual learners.
- Managed multiple duties in contact-based teaching, facilitating effective learning outcomes.
Foundation Phase Teacher
The Ruiter Primary School
Johannesburg
01.2010 - 08.2016
- Delivered CAPS curriculum for Grades 2-3 with strong academic outcomes.
- Managed double-medium classrooms exceeding 40 learners.
- Provided remedial support for learners with ADD/ADHD and perceptual challenges.
- Facilitated a safe and nurturing environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Encouraged children to reach their potential, giving tailored and constructive feedback.
- Implemented strategies to actively engage parents in children's learning and development, fostering stronger home-school connections.
- Coordinated sports and cultural extracurricular programmes, enhancing student participation and community engagement.
- Coached athletics, netball, and cross-country, including provincial participants.
- Managed all aspects of netball operations, including scheduling and team coordination.
- Managed Afterschool Centre (Grade R-7), overseeing financial administration and bookkeeping to ensure smooth operations.
- Instilled positive values through role-modelling.
- National Teacher Award - 2014.
Head of Department & Grade 3 Teacher
Rosemoor Primary School
George
01.2009 - 12.2010
- Supervised and mentored Grade 3 teaching staff to improve instructional strategies and student outcomes.
- Standardised assessments and coordinated grade-level planning to align curriculum and enhance student learning.
- Led training sessions for school and provincial netball teams, fostering skill development and teamwork among players.
Foundation Phase Teacher
The Ruiter Primary School
Johannesburg
01.1988 - 12.2007
- Delivered Foundation Phase subjects including English, Afrikaans, Mathematics, Life Skills, and Creative Arts.
- Enhanced literacy and handwriting skills through structured phonics programmes.
- Facilitated child learning development through interactive play experiences.
- Planned and coordinated engaging activities that fostered children's participation and enjoyment throughout the day.
- Monitored children's progress, identifying areas for additional support and tailoring activities to individual needs.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians, providing regular updates on child development and well-being.
- Prepared lesson content and delivery based on curriculum requirements.
- Maintained accurate records of children's progress, attendance, and any incidents.
- Helped children become more independent when performing daily tasks, assisting with dressing and toileting.
- Used imagination, innovation and creativity during activities, facilitating learning and development.
- Instilled positive values through role-modelling.
- Encouraged children to reach their potential, giving tailored and constructive feedback.
- Oversaw daily operations of Afterschool Centre for students in Grade R-7, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
- Coached athletics, netball, and cross-country.
- Participated in staff meetings and professional development courses to improve practice.
- Prepared learning materials and set up educational displays to enhance the learning experience.
- Attended teacher and childcare training to keep up to date on curriculums and best practices.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to support children's holistic development.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate in Special Educational Needs - SEN
IITHE
Learnovate Qatar01-2023
Certificate in Child Psychology - Level 4
Icon Training Centre
Qatar01-2022
EFL/TEFL Diploma - China
Elite English TEFL Institute
China01-2016
Higher Diploma in Primary Education - B.Ed Equivalent, 4-year qualification
University of Pretoria
Johannesburg, GP01-1987
Skills
- Phonics and literacy development
- Differentiated instruction
- Remedial support
- STEM learning
- Inquiry-based learning
- CAPS
- British Curriculum
- Game-based learning
- American Common Core
- Teacher mentoring
- Assistant mentoring
- PBIS behaviour management
- Athletics coaching
- Netball coaching
- Cross-country coaching
- Team leadership
- Parent engagement
- Google Workspace for Education
- Microsoft Teams
- Raz-Kids Plus
- IXL
- ClassDojo
- Promethean Board
- Apple applications
- Microsoft applications
- AI-assisted lesson planning
- Empathetic
- Adaptable
- Creative
- Strong organisation
- Teamwork
- Effective communication
- Stakeholder engagement
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Literacy enhancement
- Team collaboration
- Behavioural interventions
- Mentorship and coaching
- Communication skills
- Inclusive education
- Critical thinking
- Willingness to learn
- Leadership
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Patience and resilience
- Creative thinking
- Lesson and activity planning
- Child-focused
- Early Years safeguarding knowledge
- Play-based learning
- Computer literacy
- Positive reinforcement strategies
- Self-motivation
- Assessment for learning
Custom
Registered Educator, South African Council for Educators (SACE), 1127708
Timeline
Grade 2 Homeroom Teacher
Vision International School
08.2018 - 06.2026
ESL Teacher - KG1 & Grade 1
Maple Leaf International School
09.2017 - 06.2018
Elementary Teacher
Kingdom School
08.2016 - 07.2017
Foundation Phase Teacher
The Ruiter Primary School
01.2010 - 08.2016
Head of Department & Grade 3 Teacher
Rosemoor Primary School
01.2009 - 12.2010
Foundation Phase Teacher
The Ruiter Primary School
01.1988 - 12.2007
Post-Graduate Certificate in Special Educational Needs - SEN
IITHE
Certificate in Child Psychology - Level 4
Icon Training Centre
EFL/TEFL Diploma - China
Elite English TEFL Institute
Higher Diploma in Primary Education - B.Ed Equivalent, 4-year qualification
University of Pretoria