Enthusiastic and creative individual with solid understanding of student development and learning styles. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with students from diverse backgrounds. Experienced developing engaging lesson plans and assessments to measure student progress
Classroom Management & Instruction : Implemented techniques to create a positive, inclusive learning environment, delivered classroom instruction, and adjusted teaching to meet individual student needs.
Student Assessment & Progress : Monitored student progress, created and implemented assessments, provided feedback, and used data-driven instruction to address weaknesses and improve performance.
Leadership & Management : Led departmental operations, ensuring curriculum implementation, resource management, and compliance with national standards (CAPS).
Staff Development : Mentored educators, facilitated professional development through workshops and appraisals to enhance teaching quality.
Administrative Oversight : Managed budgets, resources, timetabling, and acted as Principal when needed.
Collaboration & Engagement : Promoted teamwork, collaborated with school leadership and stakeholders, and supported extra-curricular activities for holistic education.
Curriculum Planning & Delivery : Planned and delivered the Cambridge International English and History Syllabus for grades 8-12 (Stage 8-A-Level) in a thorough and innovative manner, ensuring effective teaching to meet Assessment Objectives and deadlines.
Skill & Content Mastery : Ensured students gained a thorough understanding and mastery of the skills and content outlined in the syllabus.
Assessment & Feedback : Created and graded worksheets and assessments according to Cambridge International Standards, providing detailed, constructive feedback to foster a positive and holistic learning experience.
Client Management : Managed client expectations and satisfaction to support a successful educational process.
Coursework Support : Assisted students in understanding general coursework, fostering deeper insight into the English language.
Skill Development : Promoted comprehensive and critical reading skills, and ensured proper understanding of diction, grammar, punctuation, and concord.
Feedback & Assessment : Proofread submissions, graded coursework and essays, and provided constructive feedback to support academic development.
Learning Environment : Created a positive learning environment to enhance student growth and engagement.
Adaptability
Technology integration
Attention to detail
Patience
Collaboration
Written & verbal communication
Differentiated instruction
Lesson planning & classroom management Problem-solving Assessment development
Prof. S van Schalkwyk (WITS)
simon.vanschalkwyk@wits.ac.za/011 717 4111
Kesandra Gounden (The Collective Genius)
kesandra@thecollectivegenius.co.za/072 419 1760
Christal Groenewald (Northern Academy Secondary School)
christalp@live.com/m073 175 2458
2016-2019 Golden Key International Honour Society (WITS)
2019 Post Graduate Merit Award (WITS)
Cooking, reading, stringed instruments, painting & sketching, postmodern literature
Date of Birth: 17/02/1997.
Identity Number: 9702170016085.
Fluency: English & Afrikaans
SACE Registration: 12989668
Marital Status: Single.
License: Code B.