Gcinile Blessing Carlvalho
Educator
Ezakheni,KZN
Summary
Aspiring ecologist aiming to incorporate both ecology and soil science to form one discipline. An exceptional communicator and highly organized young person who is very passionate when it comes to science studies and intermittently determined to help others and great skill with teamwork. I have a positive mind, the ability to adapt and create a stable environment around me. Furthermore, with five years' experience in tutoring and teaching assistant has aided in interpersonal skills such as being patient, considerate and structured person that I do not hesitate to take leadership and thrive for the best at all times. I have the right attitude, relevant academic background and great work experience when it comes to students considering I was a tutor, Teaching Assistant, and just graduated for a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE). Lastly, I am always open to learning more and taking over new opportunities.
Overview
2024
2024
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Statistics Tutor
Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL) - University of the Free State
Phuthaditjhaba
02.2023 - 12.2023
- A_STEP tutor, tutoring elementary statistics, and physical and inorganic chemistry
- Conducting tutorial for 45+ students
- Help students prepare for standardized tests, including exam preparations
- Administrative duties such as ensuring attendance registers are submitted and communication is sent regarding tutorials are sent to students
- Offered complete instructional support for students unable to attend classes, due to class clashes
Teaching Assistant
Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL) - Universit
Phuthaditjhaba
Mar2021 - Dec2022
- Worked as a UFSS teaching assistant, which is a core module that is taken by all first years
- This module is responsible for developing first year student's mindset, helps with study tips, giving strategies for success and also how to build their future
- Facilitating online and face-to-face classes 50+ students
- Marking assessments
- Reviewing module content
- Peer Advising
- Connect students to student support stakeholders
- Maintain continual evaluation and tracking of designated interventions
- Ensure effective student communication
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
Statistics Tutor
Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL) - University of the Free State
Phuthaditjhaba
02.2019 - 12.2020
- A_STEP tutor, tutoring elementary statistics, this module is constituted of several chapters such as Interest rates, Probability, Hypothesis testing as well as data organization
- Conducting tutorial for 45+ students
- Help students prepare for standardized tests, including exam preparations
- Administrative duties such as ensuring attendance registers are submitted and communication is sent regarding tutorials are sent to students
- Offered complete instructional support for students unable to attend classes, due to class clashes
- Contributed to ongoing improvement of departmental assessment tools by providing input on current challenges faced by students and potential areas for enhancement.
- Increased student retention rates through personalized tutoring sessions tailored to individual learning styles and needs.
Child Care Assistant
Sunnyside Day-care
Ladysmith
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Providing support for the Childcare Teacher
- Monitoring and supervising the children constantly
- Assisting the Childcare Teacher in maintaining a safe and positive environment
- Alerting the Childcare Teacher to emergencies
- Kept children between ages of 3 and 5 safe and secure with vigilant oversight.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching majoring in Life Sciences and Mathematics
University of The Free State
Phuthaditjhaba, South Africa 02.2023 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science Honour's Degree in Botany - Botany
University of The Free State
Phuthaditjhaba, South Africa 02.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Botany and Chemistry
University of The Free State
Puthaditjhaba 02.2017 - 12.2021
Skills
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/25/99
- Gender: Female
Ethnicity
African
Timeline
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching majoring in Life Sciences and Mathematics
University of The Free State
02.2023 - 06.2024
Statistics Tutor
Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL) - University of the Free State
02.2023 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science Honour's Degree in Botany - Botany
University of The Free State
02.2022 - 12.2022
Child Care Assistant
Sunnyside Day-care
05.2019 - 03.2020
Statistics Tutor
Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL) - University of the Free State
02.2019 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Botany and Chemistry
University of The Free State
02.2017 - 12.2021
Teaching Assistant
Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL) - Universit
Mar2021 - Dec2022
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