Justine Schmidt
Benoni
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.
Experienced with holistic therapeutic techniques and client-focused care. Utilizes active listening and empathy to create supportive environment. Knowledge of crisis intervention and individualised treatment planning, ensuring effective support for diverse client needs.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Voluntary work
CANSA
Educator
St Francis College
01.2021 - Current
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualised attention and success.
- Designed and executed project-based learning units, connecting classroom learning to real-world scenarios.
Child care
01.2008 - Current
- Provide child care for several families on weekends, evening, afternoons and school holidays
- Minded twin boys from birth on the weekends (2012) - 2016
- Minded two kids (1 boy & 1 girl, ages 3 & 7 (ages now) from 2013 till 2015
- Minded 2 girls ages 9 & 10 (ages now) from 2008 to 2012
- Minded 2 boys (ages 2 and newborn) from 2016 to end of year of 2016
- Minded a boy and girl (ages 3 years and 3 months) from Jan 2017 to Dec 2017
- Minded twin boys full day (2 months to 14 months) from Jan 2018 to Dec 2018
Trauma Counsellor
Alpha House
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and self sufficiency.
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
Administrative Duties
The Roof man
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Administrative Duties (answering phones, drawing up quotes, dealing with clients, invoices)
Onsite assistant
Terrapinn
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Onsite assistant for seminars at Sandton Convention Centre
In store promotions
Atomic Marketing
10.2012 - 01.2014
- In store promotions of various items e.g
- Tumble dryers, coffee machines, cell phones
Assistant teacher
Peek a Boo nursery school
11.2012 - 12.2012
- Assistant teacher to various teachers
- Did some lessons activities with grade 00 & 0 learners
Child Entertainer
HDI Youth Marketers
01.2012 - 12.2012
- Child Entertainer at East gate shopping centre during holiday periods
- Responsible for entertaining children, face painting, games etc
Education
PGCE - Life Orientation - Senior Phase And FET Phase
Varsity College
Randburg, South Africa12-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Health Sciences and Social Services, Psychological Counselling
UNISA
01.2020
NCS -
Woodlands International College
01.2010
Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Organization and Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making
- Active Listening
- Calm Under Pressure
- Attention to Detail
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Dependable and Responsible
- Multitasking
- Computer Skills
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 04/30/92
Awards
- Prefect grade 7 and grade 12
- Half colours - first team field hockey
- Academic half colours 2008-2010
- Participated in a 4 week exchange student program to Germany in 2009
References
- Johnny Schmidt, The Roof man, 079 972 7203
- Magdeli Koekemore, Child care, 079 498 6842
- Michelle Pitt, Child care, 083 459 9444
- Roeve Consolves, Child care, 072 125 0499
- Jacqui Spruit, Child care, 084 422 1069
- Claire Ansara, 084 604 3524
- HDI Youth Marketers, 011 706-6016, SK
- Atomic Marketing, 011 869-2208, Nadine Rodrigues / Lauren
- Peek a Boo Nursery school, Mrs Zillan, 082 883 0419
- Terrapinn, Jade Edwards, 011 516-4945
- CANSA, Stephanie Pearse, 084 949 5878
- St Francis College, 010 035 0947
- Alpha House, 083 310 8282
Contact
0620655719, Schmidt.justine@ymail.com
Timeline
Educator
St Francis College
01.2021 - Current
Trauma Counsellor
Alpha House
01.2021 - 12.2023
Administrative Duties
The Roof man
01.2019 - 12.2019
Onsite assistant
Terrapinn
01.2015 - 01.2017
Assistant teacher
Peek a Boo nursery school
11.2012 - 12.2012
In store promotions
Atomic Marketing
10.2012 - 01.2014
Child Entertainer
HDI Youth Marketers
01.2012 - 12.2012
Child care
01.2008 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Health Sciences and Social Services, Psychological Counselling
UNISA
NCS -
Woodlands International College
Voluntary work
CANSA
PGCE - Life Orientation - Senior Phase And FET Phase
Varsity College
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