Barbra -Anne Toohey
Mathematics Educator
Pretoria,GP
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of the Mathematics Department
Tyger Valley College
Pretoria, South Africa
01.2015 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Mentor new mathematical literacy teachers and moderate all their assessments.
- Mark grade 12 IEB final examinations.
- I set and moderate examinations for our subject cluster of teachers.
Mathematics Teacher
Carter High School
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
01.2009 - 12.2014
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Improved students'' problem-solving abilities by incorporating real-life applications into mathematical concepts.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through interactive and collaborative activities, contributing to improved student outcomes.
- Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Led community outreach projects with pupils.
Mathematics Teacher
Eastwood Secondary School
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
01.1999 - 12.2008
- Established a positive learning environment by enforcing consistent discipline and using effective classroom management techniques.
- Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on educational trends and best practices in mathematics education.
- Increased parent involvement through consistent communication and involvement in school events, strengthening the home-school connection.
- Implemented various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring accessibility of content for all students.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs and learning disabilities.
- Consistently received positive evaluations from supervisors based on observation of instructional practices and impact on student learning.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Collaborated with fellow math teachers on curriculum development, resulting in a more cohesive and comprehensive program.
- Served on school-wide committees focused on improving academic performance, working collaboratively toward common goals.
- Mentored new teachers by sharing resources and providing guidance on effective instructional strategies, contributing to their success in the classroom.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enriching students' learning experiences.
- Initiated after-school tutoring sessions for students needing extra help, significantly improving their mathematical abilities.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress, providing targeted feedback for continuous improvement.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
Education
Higher Diploma in Education HDE - Education
Edgewood College of Education in Conjunction UKZN
Pinetown, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Friendly, positive attitude
Teamwork and collaboration
Computer skills
Customer service
Time management
Flexible and adaptable
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Timeline
Head of the Mathematics Department
Tyger Valley College
01.2015 - Current
Mathematics Teacher
Carter High School
01.2009 - 12.2014
Higher Diploma in Education HDE - Education
Edgewood College of Education in Conjunction UKZN
04.2001 -
Mathematics Teacher
Eastwood Secondary School
01.1999 - 12.2008