Brendon Kim Olyn
Assistant Educator
Bloemfontein,FS
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Ezekiel Christian School, excelling in lesson planning and classroom management. Adept at fostering cooperative learning environments and enhancing student engagement through innovative curriculum development. Committed to student success, I effectively communicate with parents and implement tailored strategies to meet diverse learning needs. Committed professional successfully supervises, guides, and supports students. Develops meaningful relationships with students and mentors for growth and improvement. Establishes and maintains safe and healthy environment for children by keeping learning environment clean and orderly.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4032
4032
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certificates
Work History
Supervisor
Ezekiel Christian School
01.2024 - Current
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely responses to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures to increase effectiveness.
- Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
Assistant Teacher
Ezekiel Christian School
05.2016 - 12.2023
- Provided one-on-one help to struggling students during study hall sessions.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure student success.
- Promoted a cooperative learning environment that encourages collaboration among students.
- Assisted in developing IEPs for special education students as needed.
- Attended faculty meetings as requested by the lead teacher.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills among students by posing thought-provoking questions during class discussions.
- Helped maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
- Facilitated communication between families and school personnel about issues relating to students' academic progress.
- Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Assessed student progress through observation, testing, and feedback from teachers.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades.
- Created weekly newsletters for parents detailing upcoming events and activities.
- Assisted in planning field trips and special events such as assemblies or performances.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching strategies.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into the curriculum.
Virtual Executive Assistant
Virtual Assistance Online
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Maintained a professional online presence for executives by managing social media accounts and email correspondence.
- Supported executives in decision-making processes with thorough research and data analysis.
- Demonstrated adaptability in responding to shifting priorities or needs within the executive office setting.
- Enhanced communication between departments by coordinating meetings and sharing relevant information.
- Managed sensitive information and maintained confidentiality by implementing secure filing systems.
- Facilitated positive relationships between executives, clients, staff, vendors, and partners, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Contributed to company growth by assisting in new hire onboarding processes and training materials development.
- Streamlined executive schedules by efficiently managing appointments and prioritizing tasks.
- Developed comprehensive meeting agendas that facilitated efficient use of time during executive conferences.
Education
Associate of Arts - Hiv And Aids
Biz Aids
Bloemfontein08-2014
Associate of Arts - English Oympiad
DE BEERS
BloemfonteinHigh School Diploma -
Unicom Agricultural Secondary School
TweespruitAssociate of Arts - Trading And Investing
Skillist
USA06-2020
Associate of Arts - International Finance
Corporate Finance Institute
USA06-2022
Associate of Arts - Organizational Leadership And Management
UpSkillist
Ireland, Dublin10-2024
Associate of Arts - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
TEFL Development Institute
UK, Scotland01-2025
Associate of Arts - Basic Fire Fighting Level 2
ACEDEME
Bloemfontein02-2026
Skills
Friendly, positive attitude
Teamwork and collaboration
Computer skills
Customer service
Microsoft office
Problem-solving
Flexible and adaptable
MS office
Data entry
Microsoft Word
Organization and time management
Supervision and leadership
Timeline
Virtual Executive Assistant
Virtual Assistance Online
01.2025 - 01.2026
Supervisor
Ezekiel Christian School
01.2024 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Ezekiel Christian School
05.2016 - 12.2023
Associate of Arts - Hiv And Aids
Biz Aids
Associate of Arts - English Oympiad
DE BEERS
High School Diploma -
Unicom Agricultural Secondary School
Associate of Arts - Trading And Investing
Skillist
Associate of Arts - International Finance
Corporate Finance Institute
Associate of Arts - Organizational Leadership And Management
UpSkillist
Associate of Arts - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
TEFL Development Institute
Associate of Arts - Basic Fire Fighting Level 2
ACEDEME
Languages
English
Beginner (A1)
German
Beginner (A1)
Bengali
Beginner (A1)
Southern Sesotho
Advanced (C1)
Afrikaans
Advanced (C1)
Certification
Trading and Investing
Languages
Professional Working Proficiency: ENGLISH
Full Professional Proficiency: AFRIKAANS
Native / Bilingual Proficiency: SOUTHERN SOTHO
References
References available upon request.
Education and Training
Matric (National Senior Certificate) is classified as NQF Level 4 on the South African National Qualifications Framework. It represents the completion of Grade 12.
Languages
Professional Working Proficiency: ENGLISH
Full Professional Proficiency: AFRIKAANS
Native / Bilingual Proficiency: SOUTHERN SOTHO
Work Preference
Location Preference
HybridSalary Range
R25000/yr - R200000/yrReferences
References available upon request.