Hi, I’m
Belinda Sterzel
Teacher
Vanderbijlpark
Summary
Dynamic Foundation Phase Teacher with a proven track record at Emmanuel Private School, adept at fostering curiosity and engagement through creative lesson plans and hands-on activities. Skilled communicator and passionate educator, I excel in enhancing reading skills and boosting social development. Successfully increased parent involvement and tailored instruction to meet diverse learning needs, demonstrating a commitment to continual improvement and creative problem-solving.
Overview
26
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Emmanuel Private SchoolVanderbijlpark
Foundation Phase Teacher
01.2003 - Current
Job overview
- teach Foundation Phase learners Grades 1-3.
- I am the HOD for the phase.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Maintained accurate records of each child''s progress throughout the year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Evaluated student performance regularly through observation, assessment tools, and parent-teacher conferences to ensure academic growth was being achieved consistently across all areas of development.
- Increased parent involvement by effectively communicating with families about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and student progress reports.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Contributed to the successful implementation of school-wide initiatives by collaborating with colleagues on curriculum development, professional development, and other projects.
- Assisted in the assessment of each student''s abilities, tailoring instruction to meet individual needs and learning styles.
- Enhanced student reading skills by implementing engaging literacy activities and utilizing age-appropriate books.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom setting without sacrificing overall quality of education provided to all students.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Assisted and supervised 15 children through entire school day.
Self EmployedVanderbijlpark
Day Mother
01.1999 - 12.2002
Job overview
- 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.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
North West UniversityVanderbijlpark
NPDE And Ace from Teaching
05.2015
Skills
I am a good communicator
Accomplishments
I have a certificate for 120 hours with TEFL Universal
Certification
TEFL
Timeline
TEFL
09-2024
Foundation Phase Teacher
Emmanuel Private School
01.2003 - Current
Day Mother
Self Employed
01.1999 - 12.2002
North West University
NPDE And Ace from Teaching
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