Chandre Biggs
Teacher
Kuilsriver, Cape Town
Summary
Dynamic teacher and administrator with a proven track record at J.G Meiring High School and CPUT. Excelled in fostering learner engagement and implementing innovative curriculum strategies, achieving notable improvements in learner outcomes. Skilled in classroom management and collaborative learning, adept at enhancing team efficiency and problem-solving. Demonstrated success in reducing overdue balances by over 30% at Creditworx, showcasing exceptional negotiation and time management abilities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Teacher
J.G Meiring High School
Goodwood
01.2016 - 12.2023
- Developed strong relationships with learners, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Identify struggling learners early on and provide additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Assessed learner performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborate with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connect subject matter and to promote deeper understanding among learners.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each learner has an equal opportunity for success.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of learner progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Foster a positive learning environment that encourages learner curiosity and critical thinking.
- Helped learners explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet learners' academic needs.
- I worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize learner education.
- Grade head: ensuring discipline
Computer Lab Supervisor
CPUT, Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape Town
05.2012 - 12.2014
- Create a welcoming atmosphere within the computer lab by fostering an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration among users.
- Reduced downtime for lab users by swiftly resolving technical issues and maintaining equipment.
- Assessed user feedback on computer lab services, making improvements based on suggestions received from students and staff members.
- Provided prompt technical support for students and faculty, addressing their concerns in a professional manner.
- Supervised a team of lab assistants, providing guidance and coaching to ensure exceptional customer service.
- Ensured smooth operation of the computer lab, managing daily tasks such as equipment setup and network maintenance.
Admin and Debt Collector
Creditworx T/A Snyman and Partners
Bellville
01.2008 - 12.2011
- Delivered exceptional customer service on collection calls and maintained calm and professional demeanor.
- Identified and contacted customers with overdue accounts to address payment status.
- Achieved successful settlements by skillfully negotiating terms agreeable to both parties involved in disputes.
- Regularly monitored accounts to identify overdue balances and potential areas of risk.
- Resolved customer disputes and disagreements through professional, calm communication to find mutually beneficial solutions.
- Maintained consistently high success rate of collecting on overdue accounts.
- Provided excellent customer service during difficult conversations, empathizing with debtors while remaining firm on repayment expectations.
- Negotiated payment plans with customers to prevent accounts from entering collections.
Education
Honor's In Curriculum Inquiry - Education
Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch, South Africa 01.2024 - 12.2024
Bachelors Degree Bed: FET:Specialization - Education
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Mowbray 01.2012 - 12.2015
Skills
Student Engagement
Classroom Instruction
Curriculum Implementation
Group Instruction
Classroom Management
Lesson Planning
Behavior Management
Collaborative learning
Problem-solving abilities
Time management abilities
Teamwork and Collaboration
Time Management
Creative lesson plan development
Cognitive and behavioral development
Certification
First Aid
Timeline
Honor's In Curriculum Inquiry - Education
Stellenbosch University
01.2024 - 12.2024
First Aid
01-2023
Roboting and Coding: Department of basic Education (Metro North) 2022-06-25
06-2022
Certificate of Acknowledgement: For outstanding contribution and support to Metro North in Curriculum: Technology: Western Cape Education Department - 21 September 2017
09-2017
Teacher
J.G Meiring High School
01.2016 - 12.2023
Computer Lab Supervisor
CPUT, Cape Peninsula University of Technology
05.2012 - 12.2014
Bachelors Degree Bed: FET:Specialization - Education
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
01.2012 - 12.2015
Admin and Debt Collector
Creditworx T/A Snyman and Partners
01.2008 - 12.2011
Certificate of Comprehensive Course on the Principles Act, and Effective Telephone Collections Certified , Russells- 20 November 2007
11-2007
General Managers Award and 2nd Best Performing Admin Controller in the Western Cape: Certified Admin Controller, Russells - January 2005
01-2005
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