Summary
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Work History
Education
Personal Details
Certification
Skills
Accomplishments
Hobbies and Interests
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Dennian Du Toit

Dennian Du Toit

Hermanus

Summary

Final-year Bachelor of Education (BEd) student, specialising in Economics and Business, with hands-on experience as a teacher, intern and student teacher. Knowledgeable in Curriculum Assessment Policy Statements (CAPS) and skilled in teaching Languages and Life Orientation. Experienced sports coach in rugby, cricket, and athletics, effectively connecting with learners from diverse backgrounds to support their individual needs.

Overview

1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Fisherhaven Acadamy
Hermanus
08.2026 - 09.2026
  • Teaching Tourism and Life Orientation (Gr 11)
  • Coaching rugby
  • General classroom and school admin

Rugby Coach

Rugga Roots Overberg
Hermanus
01.2026 - 08.2026
  • Coached rugby skills to learners across multiple schools, enhancing their understanding and enjoyment of the game.
  • Planned and conducted engaging rugby training sessions, fostering skill development and team cohesion.
  • Taught passing, tackling, kicking, and game skills.
  • Promoted teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship, contributing to a positive and collaborative training atmosphere.
  • Ensured a safe and positive training environment.
  • Maintained rugby equipment to support safe and effective training activities.

TEACHER

Okkie Smuts Primary
Stanford, Western Cape
07.2025 - 12.2025
  • Taught Grade 4 and Grade 5 learners across the Intermediate Phase.
  • Taught Mathematics, with a focus on developing learners’ numeracy, problem solving and mathematical reasoning skills.
  • Taught Afrikaans Home Language, developing learners’ reading, writing, comprehension, language and communication skills.
  • Taught Afrikaans First Additional Language (FAL), supporting learners in developing functional language and communication skills.
  • Planned and delivered CAPS-aligned lessons and learning activities.
  • Designed and administered formal and informal assessments, including tests, assignments and class activities.
  • Monitored learner progress and provided individualised support and intervention where necessary.
  • Maintained an inclusive, learner-centred classroom environment that catered for diverse learning needs.
  • Managed classroom discipline and maintained effective classroom routines and learner engagement.
  • Prepared teaching resources, worksheets, learning materials and classroom activities.
  • Provided constructive feedback to learners to support academic growth and improvement.
  • Maintained accurate learner records, assessment results and administrative documentation.
  • Communicated effectively with parents, colleagues and school management regarding learner progress and development.
  • Participated in school activities, extracurricular programmes and general school duties.

TEACHER

Gansbaai Primary
Hermanus
03.2025 - 07.2025
  • Taught Grades 5–7 Natural Sciences, Technology, EMS, and Social Sciences.
  • Assessed and graded tests, assignments, and projects according to CAPS.
  • Communicated learner progress, achievements, and concerns to parents.
  • Attended workshops to improve teaching skills and curriculum knowledge.
  • Supervised learners during breaks, school trips, and events.
  • Umpired rugby matches, ensuring fair play and following school rules.

TEACHER

Die Bron Primary
Standford
06.2024 - 12.2024

• Taught Grade 6 and 7 English, History, and Life Orientation.
• Managed learner behaviour in the classroom.
• Marked learner work and tests.
• Kept track of attendance and noted absences.
• Adapted teaching methods to meet the needs of different learners.
• Helped learners grow emotionally and personally.
• Communicated with parents about learner progress.
• Involved learners in fun and engaging activities.
• Coached the U/13 A rugby team.
• Looked after learners at weekend sports events.
• Supported sports and other school activities.
• Accompanied learners on school trips and sports trips.
• Umpired rugby matches.
• Attended workshops for professional development.

HOSTEL ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR

Durbanville High School Hostel
Cape Town
01.2020 - 06.2024

• Managing discipline in the hostel.
• Supervising learners during study times and all meal times.
• Ensuring learners get to school on time.
• Checking learner absenteeism at the hostel.
• Inspecting learners' rooms for neatness and tidiness.
• Responsible for ringing bells at various times throughout the day.
• Coordinating hostel activities and events.
• Maintaining a safe and orderly environment in the hostel.
• Assisting with the development of hostel rules and regulations.
• Communicating with parents and staff regarding learner behaviour and wellbeing.
• Monitoring and reporting on learner progress and concerns.

INTERN TEACHER

Durbanville Primary
Durbanville
01.2020 - 06.2024

• Taught Grade 6 and 7 English, History, and Life Orientation.
• Managed learner behaviour in the classroom.
• Marked learner work and tests.
• Kept track of attendance and noted absences.
• Adapted teaching methods to meet the needs of different learners.
• Helped learners grow emotionally and personally.
• Communicated with parents about learner progress.
• Involved learners in fun and engaging activities.
• Coached the U/13 A rugby team.
• Looked after learners at weekend sports events.
• Supported sports and other school activities.
• Accompanied learners on school trips and sports trips.
• Umpired rugby matches.
• Attended workshops for professional development.

STUDENT TEACHER

Durbanville High School
Cape Town
01.2023 - 11.2023

• Taught lessons.
• Prepared lesson plans.
• Observed within the classroom and school.
• Shadowed teachers to learn best practices.
• Supervised classroom activities.
• Kept record of teaching portfolio.

INTERN TEACHER

Panorama Primary School
Cape Town
01.2019 - 12.2020

• Supervised and supported pupils.
• Observed and supervised classes.
• Assisted in physical education activities.
• Coached rugby, cricket, cross country, and athletics.
• Assisted with marking and lesson prep.
• Provided student support.
• Helped with school events.

Education

National Senior Certificate -

Durbanville High School
Cape Town, WC
12-2018

BEd - SEN PHASE FET TEACHING

UNISA
South Africa
01-2024

Personal Details

• ID: 0008075233083
• Gender: Male
• Languages: Afrikaans & English (fluent in both)
• Criminal Record: Clear
• Health: Excellent
• Driver’s Licence: Code B/PDP
• Professional Body: SACE (in progress)

Certification

• WP Rugby Referee Level 1 – 01/01/19
• BokSmart Rugby Level 1 – 01/01/19
• Smart Rugby (Rugby Coach) – 01/01/20
• Readers and Scribes Training – 01/01/21
• 120-Hour TEFL Certificate – 01/01/24
• "Thinking like a Historian" Workshop (WCED) – 01/01/24

Skills

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Time management.
• Ability to integrate technology into teaching and learning.
• Experience in facilitating online and blended learning environments.
• Computer literate in the majority of Microsoft Office Portals: MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Word, Google Classroom, Microsoft Teams, Zoom.
• Ability to coach various sports.
• Rugby umpiring experience.

Accomplishments

  • Durbell Second Team Backline Player of the Year, 01/01/23
  • Durbell U/20 Backline Player of the Year, 01/01/19
  • WP Athletics, 01/01/15 - 01/01/16
  • Boland Craven Week Rugby U/13, 01/01/13
  • Boland Kus Tournament Rugby U/12, 01/01/12

Hobbies and Interests

  • Rugby (Durbell Rugby Club)
  • Hiking
  • Gym
  • Running/Jogging

References

• Lionel Pedro – De Bron Primary School | 028 341 0803
• Chris Faber – Durbanville HS Hostel | 082 828 6535
• Pierre du Toit – Durbanville Primary | 084 831 1332

Timeline

Teacher

Fisherhaven Acadamy
08.2026 - 09.2026

Rugby Coach

Rugga Roots Overberg
01.2026 - 08.2026

TEACHER

Okkie Smuts Primary
07.2025 - 12.2025

TEACHER

Gansbaai Primary
03.2025 - 07.2025

TEACHER

Die Bron Primary
06.2024 - 12.2024

STUDENT TEACHER

Durbanville High School
01.2023 - 11.2023

HOSTEL ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR

Durbanville High School Hostel
01.2020 - 06.2024

INTERN TEACHER

Durbanville Primary
01.2020 - 06.2024

INTERN TEACHER

Panorama Primary School
01.2019 - 12.2020

National Senior Certificate -

Durbanville High School

BEd - SEN PHASE FET TEACHING

UNISA
Dennian Du Toit