Bulisani Solani
Educator
Bellville South
Summary
Experienced with developing engaging lesson plans and fostering positive learning environment. Utilizes innovative teaching methods to meet diverse student needs. Strong understanding of classroom management and effective communication techniques.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
6044
6044
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Educator
WCED
Cape Town, South Africa
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Implemented classroom management techniques that successfully fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
- Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and academic growth.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
- Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in classroom to enhance learning experience.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-life examples into lesson plans.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Led professional development sessions for fellow teachers on topics such as technology integration or assessment design, contributing to a culture of ongoing improvement within the school community.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, enhancing student learning through interdisciplinary connections.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to target areas of weakness and continuously improve student performance throughout the school year.
- Designed curriculum-aligned assessments to measure student progress and inform instructional decisions.
Human Resources Frontline Administrator
The Foschini Group (TFG)
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Managing and screening HR and finance related queries.
- Informing staff about the process to be followed to resolve HR queries while sticking to SLA.
- Categorizing queries with correct information.
- Assigning requests to the parties across the HR division including finance.
- Following up and liaising with relevant team owners.
- Resetting customer HR Connect passwords.
- Escalating queries to appropriate line managers for speedy feedback.
- Ensuring and maintaining an all-around quality customer service experience for all TFG customers across Africa.
Teacher Assistant
Ilingelethu Secondary School
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Grading homework and tests, and computing and recording results, using answer sheets.
- Instructing and monitoring students in using and caring for materials, to ensure they follow guiding instructions and principles.
- Distributing teaching materials such as textbooks, workbooks, and papers to learners.
- Distribute tests and homework assignments and collect them when they are completed.
- Presenting subject matter to learners under the direction and guidance of teachers, using class, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods.
- Assisting learners individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by the teacher.
- Ensuring classroom discipline.
Human Resources Officer
IRVIN & JOHNSON LIMITED
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Preparing internal and external adverts functions.
- Conducting interviews, onboarding, and training new staffers.
- Collaborating with the recruitment team to source, onboard and engage new talent.
- Advising and supporting line managers with IR-related incidents and processes including coordination of disciplinary matters such as notice to attend, the appointment of the chairperson, record-keeping and notice of the outcome.
- Accountable for driving absenteeism and case management initiatives.
- Supporting all employee relations processes with templates, documentation, and consultation minutes.
- Drafting CCMA bundles and contributing to case preparation interviews.
- Filing and capturing IR, recruitment, training, and payroll documentation.
- Ensuring accurate capturing of payroll time sheets and leave form applications.
- Submitting and capturing payroll documentation before the cut-off.
Graduate In Training Human Resources
ESKOM HOLDINGS LIMITED
03.2018 - 05.2019
- Investigated new complaints and checked ongoing cases.
- Arranged and attended Regional Forum meetings with Senior Managers & Trade Unions.
- Presenting IR scoreboard to the HR team.
- Interpreted and explained recognition agreements, policies, and procedures to employees.
- Mediated discussions between relevant parties and proposed dispute resolutions (harmonization sessions).
- Prepared communication on labour-related activities and any relevant changes that may have been agreed upon.
- Investigated incidents relating to breaches of disciplinary codes and procedures.
- Compiled case bundles for all CCMA conciliation and arbitration referrals.
- Compiled bundles for all internal disciplinary cases and conduct ad-hoc IR research using reputable labour law sources.
Customer Service Controller
DEFY SA
07.2011 - 01.2014
- Oversight over agents logging calls and emails.
- Coordinated cross-functionally to facilitate client relationships and complete special projects related to customer service.
- Planned overtime, standby and emergency work schedules.
- Completed and captured job cards on the ERP SAP system.
- Performed ad-hoc duties including cash office administration and customer surveys.
- Leveraged finely enhanced communication and negotiation skills to strengthen trusting relations between the company and clients.
Stock Controller
JD GROUP
05.2007 - 07.2011
- Efficiently managed sales team to achieve monthly sales targets.
- Efficiently managed inventory by forecast supply and demand to prevent overstocking and running out of stock (OOS).
- Purchased, received, inspected, and reported any inventory conformances to Head Office and suppliers.
- Evaluated suppliers’ offers and negotiate profitable deals.
- Performed ad-hoc HR-related activities such as conducting job interviews, reference checks, induction, and training of new employees.
- Checked and signed-off daily cash office administration such as receipt books and banking.
- Caretaking the store in the absence of the store manager.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Economics and Business Studies
University of The Western Cape
Bellville, South Africa01.2022
B. Com degree - Industrial Psychology and Business Management
University of The Western Cape
Bellville, South Africa04.2017
High School Diploma -
Naphakade Secondary School
Malmesbury, South Africa01.2005
Skills
Curriculum development
Group and individual instruction
Student relations
Peer mentoring
Parent interaction
Teaching strategies
Continuing education
Time management
Academic goals
Program development
Differentiated instruction
Student motivation
Team collaboration
Parent-teacher communication
Problem-solving
Online teaching
Student interaction
Subject matter expertise
Practical learning
Child development
Positive reinforcement
Collaborative learning
Educational technology
Active listening
Student records management
Conflict resolution
Formative assessment
Peer evaluation
Project-based learning
Empathy and patience
Behavior management
Personal Information
Nationality: South African
Cell Number
0773701316
Certification
SACE
Timeline
SACE
11-2023
Educator
WCED
07.2023 - 12.2024
Human Resources Frontline Administrator
The Foschini Group (TFG)
07.2021 - 04.2023
Teacher Assistant
Ilingelethu Secondary School
12.2020 - 04.2021
Human Resources Officer
IRVIN & JOHNSON LIMITED
06.2019 - 02.2020
Graduate In Training Human Resources
ESKOM HOLDINGS LIMITED
03.2018 - 05.2019
Customer Service Controller
DEFY SA
07.2011 - 01.2014
Stock Controller
JD GROUP
05.2007 - 07.2011
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Economics and Business Studies
University of The Western Cape
B. Com degree - Industrial Psychology and Business Management
University of The Western Cape
High School Diploma -
Naphakade Secondary School