Jade Nkalane
Educator
East London
Summary
Experienced language educator with 20 years of experience, skilled in building strong relationships with students and colleagues. Specializing in creating dynamic and engaging classroom environments to inspire a love for learning. Utilizes technology to improve educational experiences and implements innovative teaching methods. Demonstrates excellent communication skills, connecting effectively with learners from diverse backgrounds. Develops engaging lesson plans and assessments to monitor progress.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Educator
Cambridge Primary School
East London
01.2024 - Current
- Grade 7 English Home Language, Afrikaans First Additional Language, Life Orientation, Computers, Social Sciences, Economic Management Sciences, Creative Arts, Natural Sciences.
- Head of Afrikaans and Life Orientation
- All learning areas taught according to CAPS requirements.
- Maintaining class records
- Maintaining learners’ records
- Classroom Administration
- Extra-mural activities: Drama, Prefects.
Educator
Kingsridge High School for Girls
King William's Town
06.2012 - 12.2023
- Grade head for Grade 7 (2021 to 2023)
- Grade head for Grade 6 (2020 to 2021)
- Head of English and Life Skills in the Intersen and Senior Phase
- Head of Leaders/Monitors and House Captains in the Senior Primary Department
- Grade 7 English Home Language, Social Sciences, Creative Arts and Life Orientation.
- Grade 6 English Home Language, Social Sciences and Personal and Social Well-Being.
- Grade 4 – 9 Creative Arts
- Grade 4 – 6 Personal and Social Well-Being (Life Orientation)
- All learning areas taught according to CAPS requirements.
- Maintaining class records
- Maintaining learners’ records
- Classroom Administration
- Extra-mural activities: Choir, Drama, Recorder lessons, Marimbas, Netball coach, Athletics coach, Foundation Phase ball skills
- Head of Drama
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
Grade 1 Educator
St Thomas Private School
King William's Town
01.2012 - 05.2012
- Grade 1 Language, Mathematics and Life Skills according to CAPS requirements
- All learning areas taught according to CAPS requirements.
- Maintaining class records
- Maintaining learners’ records
- Classroom Administration
- Head of Sport
Grade R Educator
King William’s Town Primary
King William's Town
01.2006 - 12.2010
- Teaching all learning areas in Grade R classroom – Literacy, Numeracy and Life Skills
- Classroom Administration
- Administering parents’ meetings
- Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
Grade 4 Educator
Schornville Primary School
King William's Town
01.2005 - 12.2005
- Teaching all learning areas in Grade 4 classroom
- All learning areas taught according to CAPS requirements.
- Maintaining class records
- Maintaining learners’ records
- Classroom Administration
- Choir Instructor
- Music lessons
Education
PGCE - Education
UNISA
East London 01.2018 - 01.2020
BA - Industrial Psychology and Music
Rhodes University
GrahamstownBAdmin Honours - Industrial Psychology
University of Fort Hare
East LondonSkills
Computer Literacy
Ms Office
Powerpoint
Lesson planning
Classroom management
Parent interaction
Time management
tudent motivation
Problem-solving
Student interaction
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/12/83
- Driving License: Code B, PDP
Timeline
Educator
Cambridge Primary School
01.2024 - Current
PGCE - Education
UNISA
01.2018 - 01.2020
Educator
Kingsridge High School for Girls
06.2012 - 12.2023
Grade 1 Educator
St Thomas Private School
01.2012 - 05.2012
Grade R Educator
King William’s Town Primary
01.2006 - 12.2010
Grade 4 Educator
Schornville Primary School
01.2005 - 12.2005
BA - Industrial Psychology and Music
Rhodes University
BAdmin Honours - Industrial Psychology
University of Fort Hare