Overview
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IVAN DAWSON

HERMANUS

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Summer Camp Teacher

Barry Comberford
Vethem
04.2024 - 11.2024
  • Assisted children with developing important life skills and love for outdoor spaces.
  • Devised creative lesson plans and projects to promote learning for students.
  • Provided guidance and supervision to campers during all activities both onsite and offsite.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, progress reports and notes from parent meetings.
  • Assisted in developing individualized plans for special needs campers based on their physical or mental limitations.
  • Checked exhibits frequently for cleaning and maintenance needs to keep areas organized and tidy.
  • Educated children on the local aquatic environment and its inhabitants.

Summer Camp Teacher

Barry Comberford
Vethem
04.2023 - 08.2023
  • Conducted regular evaluations of camper performance in order to assess growth over time.
  • Educated campers about various topics such as nature conservation, wildlife preservation, teamwork and leadership skills.
  • Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
  • Ensured proper sanitation procedures were followed at all times throughout the day by staff members and campers alike.

Assistant Teacher

H Cupido
Wellington
08.2022 - 10.2022
  • Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
  • Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Assisted teacher with enrichment activities, correcting papers, or supervising classroom to foster positive learning environment
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.

Assistant Teacher

H Cupido
Wellington
04.2020 - 06.2020
  • Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
  • Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
  • Created calm and disciplined classroom environment to improve student focus.
  • Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
  • Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
  • Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.

Assistant Teacher

Neil van Jaarsveld
Durban
04.2018 - 06.2018
  • Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
  • Supported and documented student growth and progress to achieve academic, social and emotional goals.
  • Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
  • Observed student performance and analyzed individual records to assess progress.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades.
  • Arranged age-appropriate activities to help children develop interests and talents.

Education

Bachelors in Education - Mathematics Literacy

Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Wellington, South Africa
12-2024

TEFL Certificate - English Language

International Open Academy
United Kingdom
02-2021

High School Diploma -

High School Strand
Cape Town, South Africa
12-2017

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Behavior management
  • Inquiry-based learning
  • Community involvement
  • Interactive teaching and learning
  • Effective listening
  • Student motivation
  • Empathy and patience

Affiliations

  • I love to travel.
  • Photography is a big passion of mine
  • Watching or being involved in any sport
  • Surfing

Timeline

Summer Camp Teacher

Barry Comberford
04.2024 - 11.2024

Summer Camp Teacher

Barry Comberford
04.2023 - 08.2023

Assistant Teacher

H Cupido
08.2022 - 10.2022

Assistant Teacher

H Cupido
04.2020 - 06.2020

Assistant Teacher

Neil van Jaarsveld
04.2018 - 06.2018

Bachelors in Education - Mathematics Literacy

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

TEFL Certificate - English Language

International Open Academy

High School Diploma -

High School Strand
IVAN DAWSON