Francesca Elizabeth Oonagh Mercer
Johannesburg,Gauteng
Summary
Dedicated educator with a strong focus on tracking pupil progress and fostering cooperative learning environments. Skilled in incorporating differentiated instruction and motivating disengaged learners, with a proven ability to provide constructive feedback. Experienced in working with SEN students, aiming to enhance educational outcomes through tailored teaching strategies.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
English HL teacher (Gr 4 - Gr 7)
Topolino Private School
Langebaan, Western Cape
2024.01 - 2024.09
- Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensured inclusive learning environment.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their children's performance and behaviour at school.
- Created inclusive classroom setting to ensure all students felt accepted and valued.
- Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Led after-school clubs, facilitated students' participation in extracurricular activities.
Grade 4 class teacher
Otters' Creek Junior School
Cape Town, South Africa
2023.01 - 2023.12
- Responsible for teaching all subjects to Grade 4 learners. Subjects included English Home Language, Mathematics, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, Life Orientation, Physical Education, Music & Creative Arts.
- Responsible for coaching athletics to learners from Grade 4 - Grade 7.
- Fostered positive learning environment by maintaining strong classroom discipline.
- Prepared detailed reports on each pupil's performance at end of term meetings.
- Offered emotional support for students dealing with personal challenges or difficulties.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding students' progress and behaviour issues.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Intermediate Phase
Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch, Western Cape 2019.02 - 2019.12
Bachelor of Education - Intermediate Phase
Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch, Western Cape 2025.02 - 2025.11
Skills
- Tracking pupil progress
- Fostering cooperative learning
- Incorporating differentiated instruction
- Motivating disengaged learners
- Constructive feedback provision
- Experience with sen students
Languages
English
Native
Afrikaans
Upper intermediate
Italian
Elementary
Accomplishments
Completed 120-hour TEFL course.
Completed Honours degree in Educational Support.
Certification
Prompting, Reading, and Scribing: Essential Roles in Inclusive Education.
120 hour TEFL course.
Timeline
Bachelor of Education - Intermediate Phase
Stellenbosch University
2025.02 - 2025.11
English HL teacher (Gr 4 - Gr 7)
Topolino Private School
2024.01 - 2024.09
Grade 4 class teacher
Otters' Creek Junior School
2023.01 - 2023.12
Bachelor of Education - Intermediate Phase
Stellenbosch University
2019.02 - 2019.12