Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Languages
Education
Accomplishments
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Dorcas Lerato Phiri

Thaba Nchu

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Life Sciences Tutor

Black Mountain Sky Academy
Thaba Nchu, South Africa
02.2026 - Current
  • Tutorin Saturday classes and after care students
  • Tutored students in one-to-one and small group sessions to progress learning.
  • Analysed student progress and prepared feedback to improve test results.
  • Examined feedback and made necessary changes to improve practice.
  • Cultivated a safe and supportive learning environment where students felt comfortable asking questions and expressing difficulties.
  • Adapted teaching techniques to suit various learning styles, ensuring all students remain engaged and motivated.
  • Assisted students in developing effective study habits and organisational skills, contributing to long-term academic success.

Leadership /Management Facilitatator,ECD facilitat

Marematlou Training Institute
Bloemfontein
01.2020 - 12.2022
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
  • Achieved service time and quality targets.
  • Managed complaints with calm, clear communication and problem-solving.
  • Built and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Identified issues, analysed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Trained and mentored employees to maximise team performance.
  • Met schedule using excellent planning and coordination skills.
  • Developed team communications and information for meetings.
  • Promoted safe working environment by implementing regulatory standards, policies and guidelines.
  • Enhanced working relationships by participating in team-building activities.
  • Promoted an inclusive environment, enabling all participants to contribute their perspectives.
  • Developed and delivered training materials, incorporating visual aids and interactive elements for enhanced understanding.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of facilitation methodologies and industry best practices.
  • Designed and implemented tailored facilitation strategies to meet specific group needs.
  • Conducted pre-event planning sessions with stakeholders to align on objectives and desired outcomes.
  • Adapted facilitation style to suit virtual platforms, maintaining participant engagement in an online environment.

Life Sciences Coordinator

JENN TRAINING and Consultancy
Bloemfontein
01.2016 - 01.2020
  • Answered mailed, emailed, telephoned and in-person requests for service and information.
  • Monitored staff performance and developed improvement plans.
  • Facilitated communication between departments, streamlining workflow and enhancing team collaboration.
  • Managed smooth operations and communicated timely updates to coordinate administrative activities.

Educator in Seemahale Sec

Department For Education
Botshabelo
07.1999 - 09.2015
  • Created homework for students, based on curriculum guidelines and current teaching topics.
  • Fostered a supportive and inclusive classroom environment, encouraging pupils to actively participate in their learning.
  • Adapted teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of pupils, including those with special educational requirements.
  • Managed classroom behaviour through the implementation of positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Maintained long-lasting student relationships by acting as a counsellor, as well as providing emotional and educational support.
  • Engaged in continuous assessment and reflection on teaching practices to drive personal and professional development.
  • Provided feedback to students on their work, offering constructive criticism and guidance for improvement.
  • Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and identify areas for improvement.
  • Facilitated extracurricular activities, enriching students' educational experience beyond the classroom.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects, promoting a holistic learning approach.
  • Developed creative teaching materials, designed to assist in educating lesson topics.
  • Organised parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress and strategies for academic improvement.
  • Tutored students in one-to-one and small group sessions to progress learning.

Educator in TM Setiloane

Department For Education
Thaba Nchu
04.1992 - 06.1999
  • Developed homework assignments aligned with curriculum guidelines to reinforce current teaching topics.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to stay abreast of educational trends and best practices.
  • Kept students engaged and alert throughout lessons by creating educational and inspiring lesson plans
  • Continuously monitored student progress through setting and marking regular coursework.
  • Adapted teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of pupils, including those with special educational requirements.
  • Implemented positive reinforcement strategies to effectively manage classroom behaviour and promote a conducive learning environment.
  • Provided feedback to students on their work, offering constructive criticism and guidance for improvement.
  • Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and identify areas for improvement.
  • Developed creative teaching materials, designed to assist in educating lesson topics.

Educator Tiego Tawana Middle

Department For Education
Mahikeng
01.1990 - 03.1992
  • Delivered innovative and creative lesson plans to engage students and promote learning.
  • Fostered a supportive and inclusive classroom environment, encouraging pupils to actively participate in their learning.
  • Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress, identifying areas for targeted improvement.
  • Continuously monitored student progress through setting and marking regular coursework.
  • Provided feedback to students on their work, offering constructive criticism and guidance for improvement.
  • Developed creative teaching materials to enhance understanding of lesson topics.
  • Managed classroom behaviour through the implementation of positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Created homework for students, based on curriculum guidelines and current teaching topics.
  • Organised parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress and collaboratively establish academic improvement strategies.
  • Used established assessment criteria to evaluate student skills and knowledge gaps.
  • Coordinated with school administration to implement policies and procedures that support student learning.
  • Developed individualised strategies for students and parents to improve learning.

Education

Advance Certificate - Sports

Central University of Technology

PGDE Management - Education

University of Free State

Advanced Certificate - Technology

University of Kwazulu natal

BED-Honours - Education ,Training &Development

University of Johannesburg(RAU)

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Vista University

University Diploma in Education - Education

Strydom College of Education

matric -

Kebalepile High School

Skills

Facilitation strategies

  • Curriculum development
  • Employee training
  • Classroom management
  • Continuous assessment
  • Information dissemination
  • Conflict resolution
  • Strategic planning
  • Problem-solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Conflict resolution
  • Inclusive environment
  • Communication skills
  • Calm under pressure
  • Active listening
  • Analytical and critical thinking
  • Time Management
  • Lifelong learner
  • Commitment to excellence
  • Good listener
  • Problem-solving

Languages

Setswana
English
Afrikaans

Languages

4,B2,5,C1

Education

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Accomplishments

  • SACE REGISTRATION :84489
  • Computer Literacy Certificate
  • Certificate of competency in Assessor Course
  • Certification of Training ,Assesment and Overall competency

Timeline

Life Sciences Tutor

Black Mountain Sky Academy
02.2026 - Current

Leadership /Management Facilitatator,ECD facilitat

Marematlou Training Institute
01.2020 - 12.2022

Life Sciences Coordinator

JENN TRAINING and Consultancy
01.2016 - 01.2020

Educator in Seemahale Sec

Department For Education
07.1999 - 09.2015

Educator in TM Setiloane

Department For Education
04.1992 - 06.1999

Educator Tiego Tawana Middle

Department For Education
01.1990 - 03.1992

matric -

Kebalepile High School

University Diploma in Education - Education

Strydom College of Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Vista University

BED-Honours - Education ,Training &Development

University of Johannesburg(RAU)

Advanced Certificate - Technology

University of Kwazulu natal

PGDE Management - Education

University of Free State

Advance Certificate - Sports

Central University of Technology
Dorcas Lerato Phiri