Delmonique Van Zyl
Foundation Phase Educator
Ventersdorp
Summary
My career goals are to build a long term career as a Foundation Phase teacher with career opportunities of becoming a Departmental Head in Foundation Phase and showcasing my strong passion for the young child together with my leadership skills that will enable me to make a difference at any school.
I am a success driven and energetic lady with a passion to make a difference.
I believe in strong moral values and that a balanced lifestyle is important for family, personal and career success. I can function well in a team and have a desire to work hard.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade 3 Educator
Toevlug Primary School
01.2022 - Current
- Planned, prepared, and delivered engaging lessons aligned with the Grade 3 curriculum across core subjects, fostering academic growth and curiosity in learners.
- Created a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encouraged participation, collaboration, and respect among students.
- Differentiating instruction and applying varied teaching methods to meet the needs of all learners, while creating an inclusive classroom environment and supporting struggling learners.
- Collaborating with parents through regular communication to foster learner progress and address individual needs.
- Committed to continuous professional growth through training, workshops, and skill development for effective classroom teaching.
- Grade Head (Foundation Phase) 2023-2024 Provide leadership and support across all Foundation Phase subjects, assisting the Departmental Heads with curriculum implementation, administration, and learner progress monitoring.
- SQLTC Deputy Chairperson: Working hand in hand with community stakeholders to strengthen partnerships, support school initiatives, and enhance learner opportunities.
- SBST Coordinator (Grade 3): Coordinate learner support interventions, identify barriers to learning, and implement strategies in collaboration with teachers, parents, and specialists.
- Event Organization: Successfully plan and coordinate the Grade R Graduation Ceremony annually (2022–2025).
- Fundraising: Active member of the School Fundraising Events Organizing Team, assisting in planning and hosting school-wide events to support resources and learner development.
- Obtained Netball Umpiring Level D certification in 2022.
- Coach U12 and U13 girls’ netball teams, fostering teamwork, discipline, and sporting skills.
- Officiate and support school sporting events to encourage participation and fair play.
Grade 3 Teacher
Ventersdorp Combined School
03.2017 - 01.2021
- Prepared, created and taught lessons in all areas of the curriculum using the National Curriculum (CAPS).
- Assist in planning and implementing school programs and other activities.
- Administered various assessments, analyzed results, and differentiated instruction.
- Implemented various teaching approaches, strategies, and technologies to foster a diverse.
- Attended educational trainings and workshops for professional growth.
- Created overall positive, respectful classroom environments, ensuring adherence to rules of conduct while maintaining an open, friendly, calm, professional demeanor.
- Actively participated in weekly PLC meetings with my grade level team to develop a Response to Intervention model using team created formative math assessments.
- Mentored a NWU Student Teacher in 2019 in the first term.
- Coached netball for the u/11 and u/12 girl teams throughout the years until 2021.
- Coached athletics for the hurdles primary school learners.
- Organized Miss and Mr Ventie Pageant in 2017.
- Responsible for the coaching and preparing the Grade 3 class for their yearly concert in 2017.
- Worked in a team with fellow teachers to build a raft to parade in the streets for the Ventie Festival in 2017.
- Worked and helped making food or selling food by every function throughout the years 2017 till 2021.
Grade 1 Teacher
CVO Ventersdorp School
01.2017 - 03.2017
- Teach assigned subjects to first grade students according to the curriculum plan.
- Develop lesson plans and instructional ideas according to school standards for Grade 1 learners.
- Interact with parents to inform about their children’s academic progress.
- Assist in planning and implementing school programs and other activities.
- Attended educational trainings and workshops for professional growth.
- Responsible for coaching after school activities (netball and athletics).
- Participate in school events such as functions, orientations and programs.
Grade R Teacher
CVO Ventersdorp School
11.2016 - 12.2016
- Lesson planning and delivering in line with the Nasional Curriculum.
- Classroom and behavior management ensuring all students are developing.
- Communicating, consulting and co-operating with other members of the school staff.
- Participating in school assemblies.
- Athletics coach.
- Attended information and training sessions for the BCVO schools curriculum and the early identification of problems in children and how to manage them.
Education
Matriculated -
Klerksdorp High School
12-2012
B.Ed Degree in Foundation Phase (cum Laude) - Foundation Phase
North West University
03-2016
Skills
Fostering trust with learners and maintaining parent - teacher communication and partnership
Collaborative teaching and using different teaching methods
Project based learning
Maintaining discipline , routine and a positive learning environment
Seeking new techniques each day to improve teaching and learning
Personal Information
- ID Number: 9407280091081
- Health Status: Very Good
- Date of Birth: 1994-07-28
- Marital Status: Married
Personal Declaration
I am a success driven and energetic lady with a passion to make a difference. I believe in strong moral values and that a balanced lifestyle is important for family, personal and career success. The strong leadership skills I have allows me to inspire others to succeed and exceed their expectations. I can function well in a team and have a desire to work hard.
Other Achievements
- Elected to the Golden Key organization, 2015, For my excellent academic achievement over the past 3 years in my studies.
- Passed B.ed Degree in Foundation Phase with Cum Laude, 2016, North West University Potchefstroom Campus
- Completed coaching courses, Netball, Choir
- Received the Best Teacher's award, 2018, Grade 3 Educator
- Obtained netball umpiring Level D certificate, 2022
- Appointed as Grade Head in the Foundation Phase, 2023-2024, Assist the Departmental Heads with curriculum and administration monitoring and moderation from Grade 1 until Grade 3.
Testimonials
- Prof. Ferdinand Potgieter, NWU University: Potchefstroom Campus, 018299199
- Miss. Michelle Coetzee, Teacher, La Hoff Primary School, 0184682471
- Ms. A Visser , Former Mentor and Educator, Ventersdorp Combined School 0835457779
Sace Number
P12359856
Persal
92269311
References
- Bina Campher, Former Principal, Ventersdorp Combined School, 0823746935
- Annemien Holtzhausen, Principal, Toevlug Primary School, 0716999603
- Annelize Visser, Former Mentor and educator, Ventersdorp Combined School, 0835457779
Outdoor enthusiast , animal lover and quality time with family and friends
Outdoor enthusiast : Enjoy hiking and camping
Animal Advocate: Passionate about animals and their well being
Relationship Builder: Value strong personal connections , prioritize spending quality time with family and friends
Timeline
Grade 3 Educator
Toevlug Primary School
01.2022 - Current
Grade 3 Teacher
Ventersdorp Combined School
03.2017 - 01.2021
Grade 1 Teacher
CVO Ventersdorp School
01.2017 - 03.2017
Grade R Teacher
CVO Ventersdorp School
11.2016 - 12.2016
Matriculated -
Klerksdorp High School
B.Ed Degree in Foundation Phase (cum Laude) - Foundation Phase
North West University