Hayley Sing Jam
Worcester
Summary
Dedicated Senior Education Specialist focused on supporting learners with severe to profound intellectual disabilities. Develops Individual Support Plans to address unique learner needs and ensures effective implementation of educational programmes. Engages stakeholders through training and collaboration, driving continuous improvement in educational practices.
Overview
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32
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Education Specialist
Western Cape Education Department
Worcester
10.2018 - Current
- Monitor implementation of inclusive education programmes and provide guidance on best practice.
- Guided educators in curriculum differentiation and adaptation of learning activities to meet diverse learner needs.
- Facilitate professional development and training for educators and caregivers.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech therapists, and psychologists.
- Delivered specialist support to schools and learning centres in implementing effective programmes for learners with severe to profound intellectual disabilities.
- Support learner assessment processes and documentation.
- Provide training to therapists,educators, facilitators and caregivers.
- Develop individual support plans(ISP) for learners.
- Travel regularly to the Department of basic Education (DBE) to participate in report writing, review learner statistics,proofread psycho-educational and therapy reports and verify evidence-based reporting.
Primary School Teacher
Western Cape Education Department
De Doorns
08.2017 - 04.2018
- Fostered a positive and inclusive classroom environment, addressing individual educational needs and abilities.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively, applying positive reinforcement and conflict resolution strategies.
- Set examinations and assignments, marked and graded work and recorded results for performance tracking.
- Organised classrooms and created displays to encourage positive learning environments.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan and coordinate school events, enhancing the overall educational experience.
Head of Department
Eastern Cape Education Department
Worcester
01.2001 - 07.2017
- Oversaw a team of 20 educators, ensuring effective teaching and learning practices.
- Reviewed and evaluated departmental performance, presenting reports to senior management with actionable insights and recommendations.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, offering constructive feedback and setting individual objectives.
- Collaborated with other managers to plan and direct organisational tasks.
- Fostered a positive working environment, encouraging teamwork and addressing any conflicts swiftly.
- Held the position of secretary on the School Governing Body for three years, managing documentation and meeting agendas.
Tearcher in Special Needs
Eastern Cape Department of Education
07.1997 - 12.2000
- Developed individual support plans (ISP) for learners with physical challenges, ensuring personalised strategies for academic success.
- Used effective teaching methods to assist with student development, including collaborative learning, positive reinforcement, modelling and explicit instruction.
- Nurtured trusting relationships with students by delivering educational and emotional support tailored to individual needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers, and school administrators to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Observed and assessed student performance to identify areas requiring improvement.
Teacher in a Primary School
Eastern Cape Educaction Department
Worcester
10.1996 - 06.1997
- Prepared creative teaching materials to motivate and engage students.
- Organised classrooms and created displays to encourage positive learning environments.
- Cultivated a positive classroom atmosphere by instilling values of respect and kindness. through appropriate discipline and behaviour management.
- Managed classroom resources effectively, ensuring materials were readily available and utilised efficiently for lesson delivery.
- Communicated children's performance to parents or guardians and recommended ways to address problematic behaviour.
Primary School Special Needs Educator
Western Cape Education Department
Worcester
01.1995 - 09.1996
- Evaluated students' abilities and limitations and crafted personalised training curricula and programs matching individual learner needs.
- Collaborated with students, parents, and teachers to develop personalised educational plans, fostering holistic student development.
- Identified and implemented tailored teaching methods and resources, enhancing individual learners' potential for independent living.
- Supervised student activities, providing feedback and guidance that improved practical skills development.
- Facilitated successful Arts and Culture events to enhance community engagement and participation.
Education
Bachelor of Education Honours - Education Management,Law and policy
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, GP01-2011
Higher National Diploma - Special Needs Education
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, GP01-2009
Diploma of Higher Education - Senior Phase
Sohnge College
Worcester, WC01-1993
Skills
- Inclusive education
- Curriculum differentiation
- Individual support plans
- Educational assessment
- Training facilitation
- Professional development
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Programme implementation
- Education support planning
- Classroom management
- Communication skills
- Conflict resolution
- Problem-solving
- Educational Reporting
- Mentorship and Coaching
- Team building
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Project reporting
- Systemic analysis
- People management
- Problem analysis
- Resource management
- Educational Reporting
- Mentorship and Coaching and motivation
- Education support planning
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Training Recieved
- Sensory Intelligence Consulting: Goal setting Goal Setting
- Makaton South Africa Makaton
- ELRC/PCTA/Naptosa Stigma And Discrimination/Prevention of HIV/Aids Stigma And Discrimination/Prevention of HIV/Aids
- Inclusive Solutions Augmentative and Alternative Communicatioin Augmentative and Alternative Communication
- Barriers to Learning Barriers to Learning
- Department of Basic Education Learning Programme for learners with profound intellectual disabilities.
- Department of Basic Education Training: Evidence Based Report writing.
- Reader and Scribe
- Scholastic Assessments
- DARE Consult Introduction to Wheelchairs and Seating in Schools
- ASD Education Team(WCED) An introduction to ASD: Theory and Intervention
- Understanding the Autism Spectrum Disorder
Timeline
Senior Education Specialist
Western Cape Education Department
10.2018 - Current
Primary School Teacher
Western Cape Education Department
08.2017 - 04.2018
Head of Department
Eastern Cape Education Department
01.2001 - 07.2017
Tearcher in Special Needs
Eastern Cape Department of Education
07.1997 - 12.2000
Teacher in a Primary School
Eastern Cape Educaction Department
10.1996 - 06.1997
Primary School Special Needs Educator
Western Cape Education Department
01.1995 - 09.1996
Bachelor of Education Honours - Education Management,Law and policy
University of Pretoria
Higher National Diploma - Special Needs Education
University of Pretoria
Diploma of Higher Education - Senior Phase
Sohnge College