Cindy P. Makhanya
Educator
Johannesburg,GP
Summary
Dynamic Educator with a proven track record at Sibhulo Secondary School, recognised for enhancing student engagement and implementing effective curricula. Achieved notable improvements in academic performance through strategic time management and technology integration for remote learning. Expertise in Microsoft Word and fostering collaborative learning environments has been instrumental in developing innovative learner motivation strategies. Committed to further advancing educational excellence and student outcomes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
Department Of Education
Mbombela, MP
02.2021 - Current
- Enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
- Organized field trips to enhance learning experiences for students.
- Provided appropriate feedback on work, behavior, and attitude towards learning.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, test scores.
- Implemented curriculums to develop subject matter knowledge in pupils.
- Implemented time management and organizational strategies to help students manage their study schedules.
- Communicated student progress to parents and teachers through written progress reports and direct conversations.
Educator/ Facilitator/Internal Moderator
Purpose College
07.2019 - 01.2021
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices in teaching methods.
- Organized and maintained records of volunteer hours and donations.
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
Student Teacher
Department Of Education
Mbombela, MP
07.2018 - 12.2018
Student Teacher
Department Of Education
Mbombela, MP
07.2017 - 09.2017
Peer Assisted Leader
University of Walter Sisulu (NMD Campus)
02.2016 - 11.2016
Administrator/ Tourist Assistant
Forever Hotel White River
08.2012 - 02.2015
Sales and Marketing Agent
Neotel/ Cape Town
01.2007 - 12.2009
Front Office Manager
Orion Hotel Promenade - Nelspruit
05.2005 - 06.2006
Rooms Division Manager
Protea Hotel Landmark Lodge Polokwane
09.2005 - 05.2006
Casual Waitress-Banqueting Assistant-Orientation Trainee
Protea Hotel Gold Reef City Johannesburg
01.1999 - 12.2000
- Organized client meetings to provide project updates.
- Worked alongside senior team members to learn related job tasks and roles.
Education
Honours Degree - Inclusive Education
Stadio University
Distance, South Africa01-2024
Some College (No Degree) - Christian Ministry Diploma
Revelation Message Christian Ministry
Mpumalang, South Africa05-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
TEFL Academy
Online02-2021
Bachelor of Education - Business Studies, Economics
Walter Sisulu University
Eastern Cape, South Africa01-2018
Old Syllabus Senior Certificate - English, SiSwati, Biblical Studies, Economic Business Management, Economics, Geography
Kabikweni Abet Exam Centre
01.2014
Certificate in Life Skills & Business coaching -
Orion Business School
01.2014
Certificate in Pastel V12 Accounting -
Unigrad
01.2012
Certificate in short course in Hiring Employment process -
Unisa
01.2006
Diploma & Certificate - Hotel Accounting, Food & Beverage Management, Hotel Law, Tourism, Hotel Management & Operations Management
Wits Hotel School & Protea Hotels Institute for professional Development
01.2004
Qualifi Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language -
The TEFL Academy
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Student Engagement
- Educational Objectives
- Professional training
- Formative assessment
- Academic Guidance Support
- Effective Time Management
- Support for Diverse Learners
- Networking Skills
- Strategic Goal Setting
- Collaborative learning
- Subject matter expertise
- Academic discipline
- Assessment development
- Child development
- Data collection and analysis
- Emotional intelligence
- Leadership development
- Engagement strategies
- Remote learning
- Active listening
- Differentiated instruction
- Teaching strategies
- Clear communication
- Lesson planning
- Program development
- Wellness promotion
- Excel
- Power Point
- Publisher
- Internet browsing
- Emails
- Lanmark
- Computer Login System
- Fidelio
- Excellent communication
- Listening
- Problem-solving
- Project management
- Teamwork
- Lifelong Learning Commitment
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Collaborative Feedback Facilitation
- Diverse Cultural Awareness
- Academic Performance Review
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Effective Classroom Management
- Collaborative Parent Engagement
- Evidence-Based Instruction
- Learner Motivation Strategies
- Responsive to New Challenges
- Interpersonal Collaboration
- Strategic Goal Setting
- Academic goals
References
- Mrs. Maseko, Lynnet, (Deputy Principal) at Sibhulo Secondary, 076 678 8332
- Dr. Greg Reintoff, Chritian Ministry Institute, 083 325 7206
- Sibeko L., Ngodini High School, HOD (EMS), 083 297 5205
Hobbies and Interests
- Debates
- Reading business magazines
- Craft handwork (knitting, crocheting, cooking, sewing, embroidering)
- Completing picture/word puzzles
- Mind games
Awards
- Excellency Award Winner for Increasing Revenue, 2006, Promenade Hotel
- Award & Floating Trophy Winner Of the Year, 2004, Landmark Protea Hotel
- 1st Prize Award & Trophy Winner for Debate Competition, 2011, Kabokweni Library
Personal Information
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: C1 Code 10
Affiliations
- Community engagement in assisting dropout learners to relocate to other opportunities such as skills development, apprenticeships and the world of work.
- Collaborate with parental support of learners who perfomed well in matric, hence may have missed the opportunity for university acceptance.
- Investigate and encourage inclusivity for all learners from neighbouring communities to school level, especially those from marginalised group including children with disabilities, girls and kids living with albinism.
- Assist and support elders by introducing adult learning opportunities in order to keep them abraest in real life situations such as reading and signing of important documents.
- Keep a database of past and current matriculants in contineous assistance in applying at TVET colleges, higher institutions, student fundings and bursaries
Accomplishments
- Academic awards in achieving !00% pass rate in LIfe Orientation at Sibhulo Secondary School from 2022 to 2024.
- A Tourism certificate for subject improvement in 2022
- Technological Award in sorting LENMAK system at Prominade Hotel in 2006
- 1st position ABET debate trophy on behalf of Kabokweni Library in 2011
Languages
Siswati
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Sign language
Beginner (A1)
A1
School SCO
Voluntary involvement in school prayers and religeous leadership
Timeline
Educator
Department Of Education
02.2021 - Current
Educator/ Facilitator/Internal Moderator
Purpose College
07.2019 - 01.2021
Student Teacher
Department Of Education
07.2018 - 12.2018
Student Teacher
Department Of Education
07.2017 - 09.2017
Peer Assisted Leader
University of Walter Sisulu (NMD Campus)
02.2016 - 11.2016
Administrator/ Tourist Assistant
Forever Hotel White River
08.2012 - 02.2015
Sales and Marketing Agent
Neotel/ Cape Town
01.2007 - 12.2009
Rooms Division Manager
Protea Hotel Landmark Lodge Polokwane
09.2005 - 05.2006
Front Office Manager
Orion Hotel Promenade - Nelspruit
05.2005 - 06.2006
Casual Waitress-Banqueting Assistant-Orientation Trainee
Protea Hotel Gold Reef City Johannesburg
01.1999 - 12.2000
Honours Degree - Inclusive Education
Stadio University
Some College (No Degree) - Christian Ministry Diploma
Revelation Message Christian Ministry
Some College (No Degree) - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
TEFL Academy
Bachelor of Education - Business Studies, Economics
Walter Sisulu University
Old Syllabus Senior Certificate - English, SiSwati, Biblical Studies, Economic Business Management, Economics, Geography
Kabikweni Abet Exam Centre
Certificate in Life Skills & Business coaching -
Orion Business School
Certificate in Pastel V12 Accounting -
Unigrad
Certificate in short course in Hiring Employment process -
Unisa
Diploma & Certificate - Hotel Accounting, Food & Beverage Management, Hotel Law, Tourism, Hotel Management & Operations Management
Wits Hotel School & Protea Hotels Institute for professional Development
Qualifi Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language -
The TEFL Academy
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