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Elton Govender
Teacher
Durban
Summary
I am a professional peacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques while being a skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. I excel at meeting and exceeding district standards. I am a fully qualified primary and secondary school Teacher with 6 years of mathematics teaching experience. I've been able to manage classrooms of up to 50 students with dedication to fostering student progress and achievement of learning objectives. I am always successful at cultivating inclusive and welcoming learning environments focused on student engagement and academic progress.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Secondary School Teacher
Sastri Park Secondary School
Durban
03.2018 - Current
- CAPS Curriculum
- I have been teaching Mathematics and Mathematical Literacy for the past 6 years at this very challenging school
- My main duties included being a classroom administrator and mathematics teacher to learners from predominantly low-income households
- I have handled planning, standardised test preparation, parent-teacher visits as well as timetabling
- As of September 2022, I have been the Departmental Head (DH) for the maths and sciences department at school, and have managed the curriculum being delivered by 7 other educators in my department
- I have continually offered them strategies for improvement and professional development (workshops to develop them)
- I am the grade supervisor for grade 8 and handle all discipline issues
- Photograph
- I am also the school’s sports administrator and have coached the boys’ volleyball team for many years.
Volunteer Maths/English educator
02.2021 - 08.2022
- At homework centre,
- Meeting the Needs Foundation, Africa
- I volunteered my services at a local NGO which offered a homework centre to underprivileged children in the community
- I taught grade 3-7 english and maths.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Mathematics,natural Sciences, Geography
University of Kwa-Zulu Natal
South Africa 01.2014 - 04.2018
B. Ed. Honours degree - Mathematics And Science Education
The University of Kwa-Zulu Natal
South Africa 01.2022 - Current
Skills
Professional Development, Courses and Trainingundefined
Accomplishments
- Spearheaded a project to help develop a mathematics centre at my school.
- Mentored over 10+ new teachers in instructional and classroom management strategies.
- Supervised team of 7 staff members who make up the maths and science department at my school
Interests
Pool billiards
Academics - currently striving to achieve my PhD
Timeline
B. Ed. Honours degree - Mathematics And Science Education
The University of Kwa-Zulu Natal
01.2022 - Current
Volunteer Maths/English educator
02.2021 - 08.2022
Secondary School Teacher
Sastri Park Secondary School
03.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Education - Mathematics,natural Sciences, Geography
University of Kwa-Zulu Natal
01.2014 - 04.2018
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