Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Accomplishments
Hobbies & Interests
Personal Particulars
Timeline
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Jankè Gouws

Jankè Gouws

History Educator
Polokwane,LP

Summary

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

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Life Orientation HoD & History Educator

Northern Academy Secondary School
01.2024 - Current

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.


Head English & History Tutor

The Collective Genius
01.2020 - 2023

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.

Academic English Tutor

University of the Witwatersrand
01.2019 - 01.2020

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.

Education

Diploma - Level 5 TEFL

TEFL Academy
04.2001 -

PGCE - English HL (FET Phase), English FAL (Senior Phase)

STADIO
Centurion, South Africa
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts Honours - English Literature

WITS
Johannesburg, South Africa
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies & English Literature

WITS
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2019

High School -

Barberton High School
Barberton, South Africa
01.2015

Skills

    Adaptability

    Technology integration

    Attention to detail

    Patience

    Collaboration

    Written & verbal communication

    Differentiated instruction

    Lesson planning & classroom management Problem-solving Assessment development

References

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


Accomplishments

    2016-2019 Golden Key International Honour Society (WITS)

    2019 Post Graduate Merit Award (WITS)

Hobbies & Interests

Cooking, reading, stringed instruments, painting & sketching, postmodern literature

Personal Particulars

Date of Birth: 17/02/1997.

Identity Number: 9702170016085.

Fluency: English & Afrikaans

SACE Registration: 12989668

Marital Status: Single.

License: Code B.

Timeline

Life Orientation HoD & History Educator

Northern Academy Secondary School
01.2024 - Current

Head English & History Tutor

The Collective Genius
01.2020 - 2023

Academic English Tutor

University of the Witwatersrand
01.2019 - 01.2020

Diploma - Level 5 TEFL

TEFL Academy
04.2001 -

PGCE - English HL (FET Phase), English FAL (Senior Phase)

STADIO
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts Honours - English Literature

WITS
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies & English Literature

WITS

High School -

Barberton High School
Jankè GouwsHistory Educator