Fundisiwe Promise Ndaba

• Mentoring and coaching student teachers from Rosebank International during four-week TP blocks.
• Observing lessons and providing written and verbal feedback using College assessment rubrics.
• Guide student teachers in CAPS lesson planning, classroom management, and assessment practices.
• Sign off on portfolios, lesson plans, and final TP reports for institutional submission.
• Facilitate professional growth by modelling best practice in Foundation Phase teaching.

• Supported the Grade 1 class teacher in delivering the CAPS curriculum in English across Literacy, Numeracy, and Life Skills.
• Conducted guided reading and phonics groups to develop early literacy, and English oral skills.
• Differentiated instruction to support EAL learners in understanding instructions and classroom vocabulary.
• Assisted with assessment administration, marking, and maintaining learner portfolios and records.
• Created engaging teaching aids and managed learning centres to promote an English-rich classroom environment.
• Gained practical experience in lesson planning, classroom management, and parent communication in an English-medium setting.

• Support grade 3 learners across foundation phase subjects in English medium lessons.
• Prepare teaching aids using charts, flashcards, worksheets, and educational games.
• Read stories, teach phonics, and practise practical basic numeracy skills daily.
• Assisted with administrative tasks including attendance, filing and classroom displays.

Planned and delivered CAPS-aligned lessons in literacy, numeracy, and life skills for 33 Grade 1 learners.

Developed foundational reading and numeracy skills using phonics, group work, and concrete materials.

Assessed and tracked learner progress through formal and informal assessments, maintained portfolios, and produced reports.

Created an inclusive, engaging classroom environment that supported diverse learning needs.

Delivered CAPS curriculum in IsiZulu Home Language, English FAL, Mathematics, and Life Skills to 38 Grade 2 learners.

Improved class reading levels by implementing guided reading groups and phonics interventions.

Planned, assessed, and recorded learner progress; maintained portfolios and termly reports in line with DBE policy.

Differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs, and supported learners with barriers through SBST.

Created an engaging classroom environment with interactive displays and learning stations.

Built strong parent partnerships through regular communication on learner progress and behaviour.

Delivered CAPS curriculum in English home language, isiZulu, mathematics, and life skills.

Prepared Grade 3 learners for exit assessments through reading comprehension support.

Conducted formal and informal assessments, recording portfolios and SBA evidence.

Implemented intervention strategies that lifted literacy and numeracy pass rates by 15%.

• Developed learner independence and study skills for a smooth transition to intermediate phase.

Delivered the CAPS curriculum in IsiZulu Home Language, English FAL, Mathematics, and Life Skills to 42 Grade 2 learners.

Improved class reading levels by implementing guided reading groups and phonics interventions.

Planned, assessed, and recorded learner progress; maintained portfolios and termly reports in line with DBE policy.

Differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs, and supported learners with barriers through SBST.

Created an engaging classroom environment with interactive displays and learning stations.

Planned and implemented a CAPS-aligned, play-based curriculum for 30 Grade R learners.

Developed school readiness in literacy, numeracy, and life skills through themed activities and learning centres.

Conducted ongoing observations and assessments, and maintained learner portfolios and progress reports.

Created a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment that promoted social, emotional, and developmental growth.

Built strong partnerships with parents to support children's learning, and development.