Jessica Jacobs
TEACHER
De Doorns
Summary
Dynamic educator with experience at WCED, skilled in enhancing student interaction and implementing student-centered teaching methods. Proven ability to foster a supportive learning environment and maintain effective parent-teacher communication. A positive role model, dedicated to promoting engagement and monitoring student progress for continuous improvement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
HEXVALLEI SECONDARY SCHOOL
01.2020 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Student Teacher
HEXVALLEI SECONDARY SCHOOL
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
Education
Post Graduate Education Certificate (PGCE) - Afrikaans HT & English FAL
Stellenbosch University
South Africa 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Language And Culture
Stellenbosch University
South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Enhancing student interaction
Student-centered teaching methods
Curriculum implementation
Group instruction
Parent-teacher communication
Lesson planning
Positive role model and mentor
Subject matter expertise
Certification
SACE
Timeline
Teacher
HEXVALLEI SECONDARY SCHOOL
01.2020 - Current
Student Teacher
HEXVALLEI SECONDARY SCHOOL
06.2019 - 08.2019
Post Graduate Education Certificate (PGCE) - Afrikaans HT & English FAL
Stellenbosch University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Language And Culture
Stellenbosch University
04.2001 -