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Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
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James Dirk De la Rose

James Dirk De la Rose

Potchefstroom

Summary

Dynamic educator and site manager with a proven track record at Potchefstroom High School for Boys, excelling in workshop facilitation and project management. Adept at enhancing student engagement and ensuring safety compliance, I leverage design skills in Canva and WordPress to create impactful learning environments and effective communication strategies.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Hoërskool Die Wilge
Potchefstroom
05.2020 - 12.2023
  • I taught Year 1 and 2 electrical workshops, enhancing practical skills among students.
  • Coached rugby team, fostering teamwork and athletic development.
  • Conducted steel and woodwork projects on school premises, promoting hands-on learning.
  • Collaborated with departmental staff to align curricula and teaching strategies.
  • Oversaw safety protocols during workshops, ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Updated the school's website using Canva and WordPress.
  • Did all the school's advertising and sponsorships use Canva and Photoshop?

Teacher

Potchefstroom High School for Boys
Potchefstroom
01.2016 - 05.2020
  • Served on SGB Disciplinary Committee to address student conduct issues.
  • Compiled three-year timetable, ensuring effective teacher workload distribution.
  • Managed all risk assessments for safety compliance in school and hostel.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and participation.
  • Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to align curriculum with educational standards and goals.
  • Media creator using Canva, Photoshop, and WordPress to update the school's website
  • Created and edited website using Wix, Canva and Shopify

Site Manager

DC Groups PTY
Carletonville
01.2011 - 12.2016
  • Streamlined quotes and invoicing processes to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Led cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and timely project delivery.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans outlining scope, timelines, and resource needs.
  • Coordinated regular meetings to track progress and address challenges.
  • Analyzed risks and implemented strategies to minimize disruptions.
  • Managed stakeholder communication, ensuring all parties remained informed on project status.
  • Oversaw stock control, maintaining optimal inventory levels for timely production output.
  • Conducted periodic inspections of job sites to assess quality and progress.
  • Did all media creation using MS PowerPoint and WordPress?
  • I did business website design and updates using WordPress.

Site Manager

Chamke Mining and Construction
Carlentonville
01.2007 - 12.2009
  • Managed daily site operations to ensure adherence to project timelines.
  • Coordinated subcontractor workflow to enhance on-site efficiency.
  • Implemented quality control measures to uphold project standards.
  • Conducted regular site inspections to verify safety compliance.
  • Analyzed production reports to pinpoint performance improvement areas.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for catering and transportation services.
  • Scheduled maintenance tasks, ensuring proper equipment functionality.
  • Organized monthly meetings with clients and subcontractors for project updates.
  • Created and updated the company website using WordPress and Wix.
  • Did all advertisement and Media creation with Photoshop, MS-PowerPoint.

Education

NPDE 3 YEAR DIPLOMA - GEOGRAPHY, REMEDIAL EDUCATION

Potchefstroom
Potchefstroom
01.2003

I.T. -

Pretoria
Pretoria
01.2000

GRADE 12 - AFRIKAANS, ENGLISH, GEOGRAPHY, HISTORY, MATHS, HOTEL AND CATERING, COMPUTER SCIENCE, BIOLOGY

Potchefstroom
Potchefstroom
01.1998

Skills

  • Safety compliance and risk assessment
  • Project management and quality assurance
  • Customer engagement and relations
  • Contract management and negotiation
  • Staff evaluation and development
  • Design and planning skills
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Photoshop, WordPress, and Canva proficiency
  • Shopify expertise
  • Workshop facilitation

Affiliations

  • Arc and CO2 welding : proficient
  • MS Office : proficient
  • Programming with Python : beginner
  • Media creator: Canva, WordPress, Adobe : proficient
  • SEO and keyword search : proficient
  • Woodwork : proficient
  • Civil construction: proficient
  • Health and safety : proficient

Accomplishments

  • Best-performing site manager at Chamke Mining and Construction
  • Reaching Targets at DC Groups PTY on Monthly basis
  • Made history in Die Wilge High School with Rugby and Soccer teams, winning leagues for the first time in history of the school

Certification

  • Boksmart Level 1 coaching
  • Canva introduction certificate
  • Project management online course
  • NPDE 3-Year National Education Diploma
  • First Aid Certificate
  • South African Certificate for Education - International Teaching license

Languages

Afrikaans
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1

Personal Information

  • James Dirk De la Rose
  • 072 414 6795
  • rosebertenter@gmail.com
  • Married
  • South Africa
  • ID number: 7908065146083
  • Driver's license: EB
  • Home language: Afrikaans
  • Christian

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Teacher

Hoërskool Die Wilge
05.2020 - 12.2023

Teacher

Potchefstroom High School for Boys
01.2016 - 05.2020

Site Manager

DC Groups PTY
01.2011 - 12.2016

Site Manager

Chamke Mining and Construction
01.2007 - 12.2009

NPDE 3 YEAR DIPLOMA - GEOGRAPHY, REMEDIAL EDUCATION

Potchefstroom

I.T. -

Pretoria

GRADE 12 - AFRIKAANS, ENGLISH, GEOGRAPHY, HISTORY, MATHS, HOTEL AND CATERING, COMPUTER SCIENCE, BIOLOGY

Potchefstroom
James Dirk De la Rose