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JO-MARI MARX

Language Teacher
Langebaan

Summary

With expertise in overseeing curriculum development, lesson planning, and administrative coordination, I have successfully improved academic performance for high school students. I build strong relationships with learners and ensure adherence to local and international education standards. I excel at leading engaging learning programs that achieve student, school, and parent objectives. Throughout my teaching career, I have excelled in responsibilities such as customizing lesson plans, leading lectures and discussions, assigning and grading exams and papers, preparing classroom materials, facilitating school events, and maintaining communication with parents. As a passionate advocate for educational excellence, I am committed to enhancing the learning experience through the implementation of advanced classroom technology and programs. With exceptional classroom management skills, I will encourage, challenge, and inspire pupils to deepen their knowledge and understanding of the curriculum. I believe in helping children develop skills they can use throughout their lives. Additionally, I adapt easily to any classroom environment and possess excellent knowledge and understanding of the curriculum.

Overview

1824
1824
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Teacher

Longacres Private School
Langebaan
01.202 - Current
  • Afrikaans HL for grades 10-12
  • Afrikaans FAL for grades 11-12
  • Life Orientation for Grade 11.
  • Subject head of Afrikaans, English, and Life Orientation.
  • School Newspaper Representative.
  • 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.

Teacher (Temporary Position)

Dorothea Special School
Stellenbosch
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Company Overview: Dorothea Special School is for learners with special needs who are mentally impaired, ranging from the age of 14 to 18 years of age.
  • Teaching Ancillary Health and Life Skills for Grade 4.1, Grade 4.2, and Grade 5.1.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.

Education

Honours - Applied Psychology for Professional Contexts

University of South Africa
South Africa
01.2021 - 12.2023

Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) - English Home Language, Life Orientation (Psychology)

Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch, South Africa
04.2020 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Humanities, Psychology, Philosophy, English Studies

Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch
04.2017 - 12.2019

High School Diploma -

Hopefield High School
Hopefield
01.2010 - 12.2015

Skills

Deadline oriented

Self-motivated

Energetic

Theoretical understanding of curriculum

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

Canva

CEMIS

References

  • Mr. S.B. Thiart, Springbok Primary School, Former Phase head, stanleythiart@ncdoe.school.za
  • Ms. I. Cloete, Longacres Private School, High School head, ilze2c@gmail.com

Extra mural activities

  • Editor of newsletter and other communication
  • Organiser of Mr. and Ms. LAPS
  • Debate team coach
  • Matric farewell organisor
  • Fundraiser coordinator

Timeline

Teacher (Temporary Position)

Dorothea Special School
08.2022 - 12.2022

Honours - Applied Psychology for Professional Contexts

University of South Africa
01.2021 - 12.2023

Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) - English Home Language, Life Orientation (Psychology)

Stellenbosch University
04.2020 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Humanities, Psychology, Philosophy, English Studies

Stellenbosch University
04.2017 - 12.2019

High School Diploma -

Hopefield High School
01.2010 - 12.2015

Teacher

Longacres Private School
01.202 - Current
JO-MARI MARXLanguage Teacher