Outdoor Activities (Hiking, Running, Surfing)
Anzel Van Kerken
Psychology Honours Student
Mossel Bay
Summary
My name is Anzel van Kerken. I am currently pursuing BA(Psych) Honours. I completed my degree in Psychology in 2023. I love children and wish to purse Education and Play Therapy in the future.
Passionate and dedicated person with a strong affinity for working with children. Skilled in creating engaging and educational activities tailored to different age groups. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment that promotes growth and development. Experienced in nurturing children's social, emotional, and cognitive skills through hands-on interaction and creative instruction. I am an enthusiastic learner and is willing to work hard. I am assertive, analytical, and detail-orientated. I am loyal, a team player, and have strong organization skills. I have the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy; willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
33
33
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
1. Financial Clerk
Rauch Gertenbach
01.2023 - Current
- Investments, Payments and Receipts, Other administrative Duties
- Monitored transactions and customer behavior to identify signs of fraud.
- Examined financial statements and records to collect important details and verify calculations.
2. Teaching Internship
Yellowwoods Prep School
Fort Beaufort
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Attended training classes, parent conferences and faculty meetings to stay up-to-date on student progress.
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
- Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
- Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Junior Sport Coordinator.
3. Events Coordinator
Maverici Events
Grahamstown
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Event Coordinating and Planning (Includes Weddings, and Other Events), Basic Accounting (Competent in Using Accounting Programs like Xero), Event Setups and Management of Events, Logistics and Staff Management, Wages and Other Administrative Duties
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
4. Junior Facilitator
Beyond Adventure
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Teaching and Instructing Students while doing Adventurous Activities, Creating and Presenting PowerPoint Presentations of Various Activities, Logistics and Program Management of Beyond Adventure
- Facilitated programs for corporate and social groups in hiking, mountain biking, court activities and team building events
- Delivered effective safety debriefings to guests to promote safe environment.
- Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
Education
High School Diploma -
Homeschooling
Eastern Cape 01.2014 - 12.2018
Diploma - Business Studies
Eduvisa Business Extended Diploma (Cum Laude)
04.2001 - 12.2019
Diploma - Outdoor Facilitation
Adventure Recreation Asossocition Level 2
01.2019 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Arts - BA(Psychology) Undergrad Degree
Cornerstone Institute
01.2021 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - BA(Psychology) Honours
Cornerstone Institute
01.2024 - 12.2024
Skills
Computer Literacy on Microsoft and Accounting Programs (Excel, Word, LegalSuite, Pastel, Xero)
Personal Information
ID Number: 0006150092085
References
- Julie Sparks, 083 448 0236
- Stephan van Zyl, 083 232 7234
- Steve Corkill, 082 825 4540
- Basson Piek, 044 601 9900
Interests
Junior Youth Ministry Worker
Music and Singing
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - BA(Psychology) Honours
Cornerstone Institute
01.2024 - 12.2024
1. Financial Clerk
Rauch Gertenbach
01.2023 - Current
2. Teaching Internship
Yellowwoods Prep School
09.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - BA(Psychology) Undergrad Degree
Cornerstone Institute
01.2021 - 12.2023
3. Events Coordinator
Maverici Events
01.2021 - 09.2021
4. Junior Facilitator
Beyond Adventure
01.2020 - 12.2020
Diploma - Outdoor Facilitation
Adventure Recreation Asossocition Level 2
01.2019 - 12.2024
High School Diploma -
Homeschooling
01.2014 - 12.2018
Diploma - Business Studies
Eduvisa Business Extended Diploma (Cum Laude)
04.2001 - 12.2019