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Liezel van der Westhuizen

Malmesbury

Summary

Dedicated and passionate professional recognized for punctuality and a strong commitment to creativity and innovation. Possesses a unique ability to inspire and motivate team members, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages out-of-the-box solutions. A proactive approach to challenges ensures effective problem-solving and achievement of team goals. Eager to contribute fresh ideas and drive success in dynamic work settings.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Education Specialist : NS/NST

WCED
01.2017 - 06.2024
  • Resignation
  • Skill: Skills as an Advisor includes patience, empathy, cultural awareness, being adaptable, communication, listening, collaboration and networking. Also, the ability to engage in the classroom, recognize value in real-world experiences, as well as the exchange of best practices and the encouragement of lifelong learning. The ability and skill to lead, direct, manage, supervise, and strengthen the quality of teaching and learning offered to learners is key in creating a learning environment in every school. Strong verbal and written communication abilities, as well as the skill to do analytical report writing is valuable . Efficiency in computer (Word, Power Point, Excel) is an important skill as an advisor too. It is imperative that the skill of facilitation and presentation of workshops/training is developed, as well as the planning and organization of projects, to uplift the subject. Monitoring, evaluation and development of educators and curriculum- based activities also leads to a successful career as an educator. Progression and Promotion, as well as NSC exam monitoring. To assist and guide educators in the subject area. Organizational skill is a must-have ability.
  • Responsibility: The ability to facilitate and coordinate the implementation of the National Curriculum Statement (NCS) in all Public Ordinary and Special Schools; training and development of Teachers; monitoring, evaluation and support of Curriculum Implementation; moderation and assessment of Curriculum Implementation; planning and administration, as per the KRAs. Progression and Promotion, as well as NSC exam monitoring, in term 4. To assist and guide educators in the subject area. To compile the school visit program per term. Editor and compiler of Read Aloud Poster per term to create reading awareness and integrate Language Across the Curriculum. Organize and plan the annual National Science Week activities, as well as the competitions during this week. Participate in the ESKOM EXSPO as a judge for the past few years, pre and post COVID. Lesson planning, during lockdown and presentation of NST NS strands to novice teachers per term, 2023, as a Head Office initiative to ensure that educators are familiar with the content and implementation of the RATPs, STEM club and school garden project coordinator, as well as the West Coast Education District Recycling program (#trashforcash). Team Builder and Motivational presentation sessions. Creator of quarterly voice overs and power point presentations to assist , guide and support Subject Heads , novice teachers and experienced teachers alike Motivating educators to research and apply STEM Fairytales to integrate with NST/NS content, by means of voice overs , added to the Read Aloud Posters. Multi Grade Guardian : to support and assist Multi Grade schools in interpreting the MG curriculum and applying an integrated , differentiated approach to enhance teaching. Being available to teachers to provide moral and emotional support. Acting as a soundboard to teachers in distress. Mentoring , motivating , moderating , measure and monitor the progress and professional growth of educators , as per the M5 Journey, embraced by the West Coast Education District. Create e-books per term to act as a guide to assist grade 4 teachers, to simplify the content per term. Integration of differentiated methodologies across the curriculum to lighten the administrative workload of educators.
  • Award: ESKOM EXSPO judge.
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Deputy Chief Education Specialist

West Coast Education District
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Acting position
  • Skill: Knowledge of the NCS and CAPS / RATP is essential. A good understanding of issues in education is key to manage and drive the education processes and activities in the district. The management of projects, the facilitation and presentation thereof are necessary skills. To be a successful DCES one needs to be able to drive and implement strategic planning, be able to problem solve and analyze performances. It is also imperative to be able to work under pressure, as an individual and as a team member. The DCES is able to show leadership, network, consult and advocate key issues. The manager needs to be a supervisor with excellent human relation and interpersonal skills. Good inter personal skills is a necessity.
  • Responsibility: The duties would entail the management of all curricular programs and activities in the phase. Strategic management of the curriculum is done, with regards to policies and general day to day curriculum management. The evaluation and appraisal of the performance indicators in the QMS process is done with good understanding and a level of precision, as well as the management, motivation and encouragement of advisors and administrative staff in the component. Subject related projects, such as Mathematics and Language activities, School Based Assessments (SBAs) , moderation processes and quality assurance is a key element in creating a smooth day to day management of the curriculum delivery process. Sound knowledge of budgets and procurement procedures is essential in the organizational activities of the subjects in the InterSen Phase. The motivation and encouragement of the team is key , as a sense of ownership needs to be created , so that advisors are motivated to develop and mature in their individual subjects and fields of expertise. People skills is a must have , as the manager has to motivate , communicate and lead the curriculum team and be able to identify the strengths and weaknesses of each individual. The DCES plays an important role in creating a unified curricular front , as all role players are expected to equally enhance their specific subjects and growth as a team.
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HOD

Danie Ackermann PS
07.2005 - 12.2016
  • Grades 4-7 - Intermediate and/or Senior Phase
  • Grades 4-7- Natural Sciences and Technology
  • Grades 4-7- Technology
  • Grades 4-7- Mathematics
  • Reason for leaving: Promotional post
  • Skill: People management skills. Empathy and sympathy. Report writing skills. Leadership skills. Communicational skills. Computer skills. Life long learner.
  • Responsibility: To act as a go to between the subject team and management. Lead, guide and support team members. Member of SBST . SGB member and secretary. Fundraising planner and organizer. Prefect coordinator. DBE workbook coordinator and manager. Contact person between teachers and child welfare. IQMS senior and panel member. Member of SMT. Supervisor of ablution facilities. General well being of team members and learners with socio-economic needs.
  • Award: Church hall fundraising committee.
  • Community: Church hall fundraising committee.
  • Achievement: Soccer , Choir , Grow smart
  • Extra: Soccer , Choir , Grow smart

Educator

Danie Ackermann Primary
01.2003 - 12.2016
  • Grades 4-7 - Intermediate and/or Senior Phase
  • Grades 4-7- Mathematics
  • Grades 4-7- Afrikaans as 1st Additional language
  • Grades 4-7- Afrikaans Home Language
  • Grades 4-7- English as 1st Additional language
  • Grades 4-7- Natural Sciences and Technology
  • Grades 4-7- Natural Sciences
  • Grades 4-7- Social Sciences
  • Grades 4-7- Economic Management Sciences
  • Grades 4-7- Technology
  • Grades 4-7- Life Orientation/Life Skills
  • Grades 4-7- Creative Arts
  • Reason for leaving: Promotional post
  • Skill: Excellent report writing skills. Ability to teach all subjects , grades 4- 7. Coordination of fundraising activities. Prefect leadership skills. GROW SMART coordination and support. Knowledge of SBST requirements and learning support .
  • Responsibility: Class teacher : grades 4,5,6,7. Fundraising initiatives . SBST chairperson . GROWSMART coach. NST/NS Subject Head. Lead teacher : NST/NS. Responsible for workbook storage , handout and management : grades R-7. SGB secretary. Acting HOD. Selection and management of prefects. Pick n Pay school club coordinator
  • Award: Fundraising committee at church. Sunday School Teacher
  • Community: Fundraising committee at church. Sunday School Teacher
  • Achievement: Soccer coach . Drama teacher. Choir coach Casual day organizer. Fundraiser
  • Extra: Soccer coach . Drama teacher. Choir coach Casual day organizer. Fundraiser

Educator

Dr.G.J.Joubert Primary
01.2002 - 12.2002
  • Grades 4-7 - Intermediate and/or Senior Phase
  • Grades 4-7- Social Sciences
  • Grades 4-7- Creative Arts
  • Reason for leaving: Temporary post
  • Skill: Team member : InterSen Fundraising
  • Responsibility: Social Sciences : Grade 6 , 4 Creative Arts : Grade 4 Fundraising activities with team and learners - Tour to Durban .
  • Award: Sunday School Teacher Fundraising at church to generate funds for the construction of the church hall.
  • Community: Sunday School Teacher Fundraising at church to generate funds for the construction of the church hall.
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Educator

Saxonsxea Primary
01.1992 - 06.2001
  • Grades 4-7 - Intermediate and/or Senior Phase
  • Grades 4-7- Mathematics
  • Grades 4-7- Afrikaans Home Language
  • Grades 4-7- English as 1st Additional language
  • Grades 4-7- Social Sciences
  • Grades 4-7- Natural Sciences
  • Grades 4-7- Life Orientation/Life Skills
  • Grades 4-7- Creative Arts
  • Reason for leaving: Could not get transfer
  • Skill: Administrative tasks as required. Class teaching : Grades 4,5,6 . PE teachers : Grades 4,5,6,7. Coach : drama , folkdance , volleyball , chess, athletics. Member of school youth club. Ability to teach ALL subjects .
  • Responsibility: Chairperson of Atlantis Folkdance Association. Accompany learners to Folkdance Finale at Good Hope Center. Coach and enter learners in Folkdance competition. Volleyball Referee. Chess coach . Create and coach learners for annual school extravaganza. Scholar patrol responsibilities.
  • Award: Gold medals for folkdance. Gold for drama.
  • Community: Sunday School Teacher Fundraising at church to generate funds for the construction of the church hall.
  • Achievement: Gold medals for Folkdance. Gold for drama .
  • Extra: Folkdance Drama Volleyball Chess

Education

Advance Certificate in Education (ACE) - Computer Integrated Teaching

University of Pretoria
11.2022

Advance Certificate in Education (ACE) - Science Technology

UWC
11.2009

Diploma in Education (3 years) DEIII - Biology, Human Movement Science

Hewat College of Education
11.1991

Skills

  • Computer Skill: MS Powerpoint, Usage: Monthly
  • Computer Skill: MS Word, Usage: Daily
  • Computer Skill: MS Excel, Usage: Monthly

Language Proficiency

English: Read - Good, Write - Good, Speak - Good
Afrikaans: Read - Good, Write - Good, Speak - Good

Timeline

Deputy Chief Education Specialist

West Coast Education District
09.2023 - 12.2023

Senior Education Specialist : NS/NST

WCED
01.2017 - 06.2024

HOD

Danie Ackermann PS
07.2005 - 12.2016

Educator

Danie Ackermann Primary
01.2003 - 12.2016

Educator

Dr.G.J.Joubert Primary
01.2002 - 12.2002

Educator

Saxonsxea Primary
01.1992 - 06.2001

Advance Certificate in Education (ACE) - Science Technology

UWC

Diploma in Education (3 years) DEIII - Biology, Human Movement Science

Hewat College of Education

Advance Certificate in Education (ACE) - Computer Integrated Teaching

University of Pretoria

Why Apply for Post

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References

Ulande, Europa, Ulande.Europa@westerngcape.gov.co.za, 0725321686, WCED, GET Coordinator Curriculum /CM

Training

  • Training: Other, Institution: WCED, Other Training: School Finance, Training Type: Finance for SMT , SGB and Financial clerk, Completion Date: 2016-02-20
  • Training: Other, Institution: READ FOUNDATION, Other Training: READ WORKSHOP, Training Type: READING, Completion Date: 2011-07-15
  • Training: Other, Institution: WCED, Other Training: Behavioural workshop, Training Type: Positive discipline, Completion Date: 2015-10-17
  • Training: Other, Institution: WCED, Other Training: Mathematics, Training Type: Workshop, Completion Date: 2012-06-29
  • Training: Other, Institution: iKwezi Project, Other Training: Teaching Visualization and Transformation, Training Type: Workshop, Completion Date: 2016-07-30
  • Training: Other, Institution: OMNI, Other Training: Webinar, Training Type: Online, Completion Date: 2023-06-28
  • Training: Intermediate Phase Natural Sciences and Technology, Institution: CAPS Lead Teacher Training : WCED, Phase: Course 1, Completion Date: 2012-07-06
  • Training: Intermediate Phase Natural Sciences and Technology, Institution: DBE, Phase: Course 1, Completion Date: 2017-02-24
  • Training: Conferences and Seminars, Institution: Social Services, Completion Date: 2016-07-28
  • Training: Conferences and Seminars, Institution: M3 QUALITY SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT CONSULTANCY, Completion Date: 2017-12-06
  • Training: Conferences and Seminars, Institution: Western Cape Provincial Training Institute, Completion Date: 2017-04-21
  • Training: Conferences and Seminars, Institution: Western Cape Provincial Training Institute, Completion Date: 2017-06-02
  • Training: Conferences and Seminars, Institution: Western Cape Provincial Training Institute, Completion Date: 2018-03-23

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