Lerato Msiwa

• Provide mentoring and support to departmental heads in curriculum management and delivery.
• Design and develop educational content and materials to enhance teaching and learning.
• Train educators on content delivery, assessment strategies, and syllabus mediation.
• Implement a comprehensive moderation program for all schools within the district.
• Facilitate the ratification of promotional schedules for schools.
• Conduct school readiness assessments and provide both administrative and technical support to assigned schools.
• Support schools in curriculum management and effective implementation.
• Monitor the National Senior Certificate examinations, ensuring compliance with examination protocols and providing necessary support.

• Content and material design for teaching and learning
• Training of Educators on content, assessment, and syllabus mediation.
• Implementation of a moderation program for all schools in the district.
• Promotional schedules ratification for schools.
• Conduct school readiness and provide administrative and technical support to schools allocated to me.
• School support in curriculum management and implementation.
• National Senior Certificate examination monitoring: providing support and ensuring compliance on examination protocols.

• Curriculum Development: Oversee the development and implementation of the language and arts curriculum, ensuring alignment with educational standards and objectives.
• Team Leadership: Lead and manage a team of educators, fostering collaboration and professional growth within the department.
• Performance Evaluation: Conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to staff to enhance teaching practices.
• Mentoring and Coaching: Provide ongoing support and mentoring to teachers in lesson planning, instructional strategies, and classroom management.
• Resource Management: Identify and allocate resources, including teaching materials and technology, to support effective instruction.
• Assessment Design: Oversee the development and implementation of assessment tools that measure student learning and progress.
• Data Analysis: Analyze student performance data to inform instructional practices and curriculum adjustments.
• Training Workshops: Organize and facilitate professional development workshops for educators in the areas of language and arts.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on educational trends and best practices, promoting a culture of continuous improvement within the department.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate effectively with parents, school administration, and community stakeholders regarding department goals and student progress.
• Events Coordination: Plan and coordinate events, such as exhibitions, performances, and language fairs, to showcase student achievements.
• Policy Implementation: Ensure compliance with school and district policies regarding curriculum, assessment, and reporting.
• Budget Management: Manage the departmental budget, including planning and allocation of funds for resources and events.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments to integrate language and arts into cross-curricular initiatives.
• Conflict Resolution: Address and resolve conflicts within the department or with students as needed.

• Teacher Development in Creative Arts and coordinating of curriculum activities (including interpretation of the subject policy) to enhance effective teaching and learning of the subject
• Development of Creative Arts resources used for teaching and learning tailored for various grades.

• Curriculum Delivery: Develop and deliver engaging lessons in English language and literature, as well as creative arts (such as visual arts, music, or drama).
• Differentiated Instruction: Tailor lessons to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities, ensuring all students can participate and succeed.
• Assessment: Create and administer assessments (quizzes, tests, projects) to evaluate student understanding and progress.
• Classroom Environment: Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and creativity.
• Behavior Management: Implement effective classroom management strategies to address behavioral issues and promote a respectful learning atmosphere.
• Individualized Support: Provide additional support and resources to students who may struggle with language concepts or creative projects.
• Feedback and Assessment: Offer constructive feedback on students’ written and artistic work, guiding them toward improvement.
• Parent Engagement: Communicate with parents regarding student progress, upcoming projects, and ways to support learning at home.
• Collaboration: Work with other teachers to integrate English and creative arts into interdisciplinary projects and initiatives.
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated on current educational practices, trends in literature, and developments in the arts.
• Workshops and Training: Participate in professional development workshops to enhance teaching skills and strategies.
• Resource Selection: Select and curate appropriate texts, materials, and resources for teaching English and creative arts.
• Project Planning: Design creative projects that encourage students to express themselves and develop their artistic skills.
• Clubs and Events: Facilitate or participate in extracurricular activities related to English and the arts, such as drama clubs, art exhibitions, or literary events.
• Community Engagement: Encourage students to engage with the community through performances, exhibitions, or service projects related to language and the arts.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and assessments.
• Curriculum Documentation: Contribute to the documentation and reporting of curriculum and instructional practices within the school.

• Ensure compliance with the station's license condition regarding program content, as set out by ICASA.
• Ensure compliance with the station's code of conduct, the mission statement, and vision as prescribed by BCCSA and ICASA.
• Chairperson of the Station's Programme Forum.
• Maintain and implementation of the station's programming policy and ensure a balanced and high quality of daily on-air product.
• Long and short-term programming.
• Monitor all programming staff performance, maintain, and institute all performance evaluations.
• Management of programming suppliers, including relations with record companies and programming contractors.
• Oversee integrated training sessions within the programming.
• Handle all complaints reports to ICASA as prescribed in the ICASA licence conditions.
• Ensure a good working relationship with other media players, both community and commercial.
• Ensure the maintenance of the programme section of the station's website.
• Make and monitor program department budgets.

• Curriculum Development: Design and implement a comprehensive curriculum that covers various aspects of dramatic arts, including acting, directing, stagecraft, and playwriting.
• Instructional Delivery: Teach classes in dramatic techniques, performance skills, and theater history, adapting lessons to suit diverse student needs.
• Rehearsal and Production Management: Organize and lead rehearsals for school plays and performances, ensuring that students develop their skills in a supportive environment.
• Assessment and Feedback: Evaluate student performances and provide constructive feedback to help them improve their skills and confidence.
• Classroom Management: Foster a positive and respectful classroom environment that encourages creativity and collaboration among students.
• Extracurricular Activities: Coordinate and lead drama clubs or after-school theater programs, promoting student engagement in the arts.
• Collaboration: Work with other teachers to integrate drama into other subjects.

Duties as Cultural Liaison.

• Cultural Programming: Develop and organize
• cultural events, workshops, and performances that celebrate diverse cultures within the school community.
• Community Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with local cultural organizations, artists, and community members to enhance the school's cultural offerings.
• Resource Development: Identify and curate resources related to cultural education and dramatic arts, providing teachers and students with access to diverse materials.
• Cultural Sensitivity Training: Provide training and support for staff and students on issues of cultural sensitivity, inclusivity, and appreciation of diversity.
• Advisory Role: Serve as an advisor to school administration on matters related to cultural programming and the promotion of an inclusive school environment.
• Event Coordination: Plan and oversee cultural events, such as festivals, art exhibits, and performances, to foster community engagement and student participation.
• Student Support: Advocate for students from diverse backgrounds, ensuring their voices are heard and included in the school’s cultural activities.