Jolande Friedrichs
Port Elizabeth,EC
Summary
It is a passion for me to be able to be a proud teacher with professing Christianity and steadfast value. Afrikaans is my home language that I would like to build on. My goal is to be an asset to any school and able to cultivate expansion of my home language. Promoting reading and the positive impact it can make on learners. I like to read that carries compelling information.
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.
Industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Trained in attendance, assessment and grading requirements.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Gr 1 Homeroom Teacher
CIA International School Chbar AMPOV Branch, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
08.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress through ongoing evaluations and adapted instruction accordingly.
- Collaborated with parents and faculty to support student development and address academic challenges.
- Utilized educational technology tools to enhance learning experiences and facilitate remote instruction.
- Mentored junior teachers, providing guidance on curriculum development and classroom management strategies.
- Organized extracurricular activities that promoted school spirit and community involvement among students.
- Led professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching methodologies and best practices in education.
- Enhanced critical thinking skills by challenging students with thought-provoking questions during class discussions.
- Promoted a safe and positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and enforcing consistent discipline.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and ensure all students could succeed academically.
- Organized extracurricular activities and clubs to enhance student engagement in the school community beyond academics.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and improve teaching methods.
- Coordinated field trips that aligned with curriculum objectives, broadening students'' understanding of subject material through experiential learning.
- Maintained open lines of communication with families through regular conferences, newsletters, phone calls, and emails.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster an open and supportive school community.
- Managed classroom resources effectively, ensuring materials were readily available for lesson implementation and student use.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on classroom management strategies.
- Led after-school tutoring sessions for struggling learners, providing additional support to help them succeed academically.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, monitoring individual growth and providing feedback for improvement.
- Integrated real-world examples into lessons to increase relevancy and aid students in making connections between topics learned in class and their everyday lives.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Class Teacher
International School of Shenzhen
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Class teacher Gr. 5: English Additional Language/Mathematics "Unit of Inquiry" Curriculum: IB
Class Teacher
Wycombe Abbey International School
02.2022 - 07.2024
- 2022-2023 Subject Teacher English, Gr.3, 4, 5
- 2023-2024 Class Teacher Gr. 1
ESL Teacher
Eyas Learning Academy
02.2021 - 01.2021
- Teacher: 2-3 year old students (Toddlers) Teaching English
ESL Teacher
Hsuan-Huaei International Science Kindergarten
07.2019 - 01.2021
- Class Teacher: Toddlers 4-6 year old Chinese students. English -2nd language
Class teacher
Al-Tawam International School
08.2017 - 03.2019
- Aug. 2017- Jun 2018 Gr 4 English , Science
- Aug. 2018- Mar. 2019 Subject presentation: English as an additional language. Size 6-7
Class Teacher
United Private Schools
08.2010 - 07.2011
- Subject Teacher : Science Gr3-7 Aug 2010-July 2011
Substitute teacher
Wilgehof Primary School
01.2010 - 06.2010
- I was on standby at Wilgehof school as part of the permanent relay staff. I taught several subjects, following the teacher who was absent. Sometimes came in for a day, sometimes for longer, for example 3-5 days.
Exam Supervisor
Central University Of Technology of Freestate
05.2009 - 12.2009
- Here I supervised during exam sessions. Papers handed out and order maintained while writing papers.
Subject Teacher
Accelerated Christian College
05.2008 - 12.2008
- Afrikaans Second Language , EMS Gr 4-7
Waiter
Mamma Roma Restaurant
11.2007 - 04.2008
- Waiter.
English teacher
Yin-Yang Learning Center
12.2006 - 06.2007
- Teaching English as a Second Language. (ESL) Gr5-7
Waiter
Golden Cloud Spur Steak Ranch
06.2005 - 11.2006
- Waiter as well as take-away meal manager
Director
Paperweight Bookstore
02.2005 - 05.2005
- Sales, display of stock, checkout.
Class teacher
Elliot High School
01.2001 - 12.2004
- English Grd. 6-7
- English Additional language Grd 6-7
- English Grd. 6-7
- EBW Grd.4-5
- Life Orientation Grd.4-5
- Art Gr.4-5 Class
- Teacher Gr. 5 (2002)
- Class Teacher Gr.4 (2003, 2004)
Subject Teacher
Plooysburg Primary School
07.2000 - 12.2000
- Afrikaans Gr. 4, 6, 7
- Geography Gr. 4, 6, 7
- English 2nd Language. Gr3-7
Subject Teacher
Dr.Visser Primary School
04.1999 - 03.2000
- Geography Gr.7
- History Gr. 4, 5.
- English Additional Language Gr4-7
Subject Teacher Afrikaans Grades 8-12
Excelsior CVO School
02.1998 - 10.1998
- Afrikaans Subject Teacher, Grades 8-12
Teacher GR 5-12 Subject : English 2nd Language
Outcome CVO School
01.1997 - 02.1998
- Offering English as an additional language.
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Collaborative Problem-solving
- Instructional strategies
- Educational technology
- Project-based learning
- Literacy development
- Special education
- Creative arts integration
- Physical education
- Language acquisition
- Social studies education
- Critical thinking
- Classroom management
- Verbal and written communication
- Motivating students
- Relationship building
- Positive role model and mentor
- Student engagement
- Team building
- Lesson planning
- Student-centered learning
- Behavior management
- Curriculum implementation
- Student motivation
- Group and individual instruction
- Record keeping
- Learning strategies
- Innovative lesson planning
- Classroom instruction
- Child development
- Student assessment
- FLUENT IN [LANGUAGE]
- Student rapport
- Student evaluations
- Classroom technology
- Educational activities
- Alternative learning methods
- Program development
- Performance assessments
- Serving diverse communities
- Curriculum compliance with British and Cambridge International Curricula
- Reporting and documentation
- Quizzes, tests, and exams
- Parent and student communication
- Family involvement
Accomplishments
- Curriculum Implementation - Instructed pupils in reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, and physical education using the curriculum established by the Board of Education.
- Interactive Learning - Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
Affiliations
SACE
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Gr 1 Homeroom Teacher
CIA International School Chbar AMPOV Branch, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
08.2025 - Current
Class Teacher
International School of Shenzhen
08.2024 - 11.2024
Class Teacher
Wycombe Abbey International School
02.2022 - 07.2024
ESL Teacher
Eyas Learning Academy
02.2021 - 01.2021
ESL Teacher
Hsuan-Huaei International Science Kindergarten
07.2019 - 01.2021
Class teacher
Al-Tawam International School
08.2017 - 03.2019
Class Teacher
United Private Schools
08.2010 - 07.2011
Substitute teacher
Wilgehof Primary School
01.2010 - 06.2010
Exam Supervisor
Central University Of Technology of Freestate
05.2009 - 12.2009
Subject Teacher
Accelerated Christian College
05.2008 - 12.2008
Waiter
Mamma Roma Restaurant
11.2007 - 04.2008
English teacher
Yin-Yang Learning Center
12.2006 - 06.2007
Waiter
Golden Cloud Spur Steak Ranch
06.2005 - 11.2006
Director
Paperweight Bookstore
02.2005 - 05.2005
Class teacher
Elliot High School
01.2001 - 12.2004
Subject Teacher
Plooysburg Primary School
07.2000 - 12.2000
Subject Teacher
Dr.Visser Primary School
04.1999 - 03.2000
Subject Teacher Afrikaans Grades 8-12
Excelsior CVO School
02.1998 - 10.1998
Teacher GR 5-12 Subject : English 2nd Language
Outcome CVO School
01.1997 - 02.1998
TRAINING
- No Degree, 4-year HOD, 12/1996
- Bloemfontein College of Education - Bloemfontein
- Subjects:
- English II, Afrikaans
- II History
- Education II
- Biblical Studies Mathematics Natural Science Biology
CONTACT DETAILS
- Address: Bloemfontein, South Africa
- Contact No: 0767306891
- Email: jdvandeventer@gmail.com
PERIOD FROM NOV-DEC 2024
- During this period, I travelled to SA to assist my mother who lives alone. Nov.-Dec.2024
- I am studying and completing a second TEFL course
- Actively apply for jobs abroad.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- SACE Registered
- TEFL Certificate
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