Linda Scholtz
Intermediate Teacher
Krugersdorp,GP
Summary
Linda is a dynamic educator with a strong moral compass and high emotional intelligence, previously working at Ambulante Private School. She is an expert in student engagement and differentiated instruction, fostering critical thinking and independent learning.
She is passionate about lifelong learning.
Linda strives to successfully increase parent involvement and enhanced student comprehension through innovative teaching strategies and compassionate support to learners and their parents / care takers.
She is skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and utilizing diverse teaching strategies.
She has a strong focus on collaboration, reliability, and adaptability to meet evolving educational needs.
Linda is known for cultivating an engaging and inclusive classroom atmosphere that promotes student achievement and growth.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grade 6 Teacher
Ambulante Private School
Krugersdorp, South Africa (Remote)
04.2022 - 04.2025
- Guided students through research projects, fostering critical thinking skills and supporting independent learning.
- Led professional development workshops for fellow educators on effective teaching strategies and best practices in the field.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or tutoring sessions to enhance student engagement beyond the classroom setting.
- Evaluated student performance using formative and summative assessments, adjusting instruction based on data analysis.
- Integrated social-emotional learning into daily lessons, helping students develop self-awareness, relationship-building skills, and responsible decision-making abilities.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, behavior incidents, academic progress, and intervention efforts to ensure timely intervention when needed.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies, addressing the individual learning needs of each student.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units that connected subject areas and engaged students in meaningful activities.
- Promoted a positive classroom culture by modeling respect, empathy, and responsibility among students.
- Provided targeted support for struggling learners by creating personalized interventions and closely monitoring progress.
- Increased parent involvement by maintaining regular communication and hosting informative events throughout the school year.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-world examples into lesson plans.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing rules and consequences.
- Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
- Prepared daily lesson plans for activities.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails, and Parent Teacher Club.
Natural Science & Social Science Teacher
Oak Hill Academy
Roodepoort, South Africa
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to share best practices, strategies, and resources for teaching social sciences effectively.
- Promoted diversity and inclusion within the classroom through culturally relevant curriculum materials and activities.
- Enhanced student comprehension of complex social science topics by using visual aids, multimedia presentations, and hands-on learning experiences.
- Implemented project-based learning activities to help students apply social science concepts to real-world situations and develop problem-solving skills.
Business Owner - Hair Salon
Own Business
Krugersdorp, South Africa
01.2012 - 12.2019
- Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Achieved consistent growth in annual revenue through strategic planning and execution of sales initiatives.
Hairdresser
Ultimate Hair
Krugersdorp, South Africa
01.2009 - 10.2011
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized hair consultations and recommending suitable styles.
- Supported fellow stylists during peak times by assisting them with shampooing or blow-drying tasks when needed.
- Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
- Cut hair to suitable styles, expert colouring services as well as perming hair
Campus Secretary
Abraham Kriel Child Care Centre
Langlaagte
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling appointments and meetings to optimize time management.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing support to colleagues when needed in various tasks or projects.
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues professionally.
- Promoted a positive image of the organization through clear communication both internally with colleagues and externally with clients.
- Assisted in event planning and execution for company functions such as conferences, workshops, or social gatherings.
- Liaised between the House Mothers on Campus and the Main office
Receptionist
Crimzone Software
Alberton, South Africa
01.2001 - 12.2006
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
Nurse
Helen Joseph Hospital
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.1996 - 09.2000
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Education
UNISA
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
End User Technology - Information Technology
Damelin
Krugersdorp 04.2001 -
Hairdressing - Hairdressing
Roodepoort College
Roodepoort 04.2001 -
Skills
Student engagement
Interactive teaching / Student Centred
Parent-teacher communication
Motivational techniques
High Emotional Intelligence
Passion for Life-long Learning
Compassionate and Caring
Strong Moral Compass / Value System
Christian Values
Certification
Hairdressing - SETA
Making jewelry
I love to make Bohemian Jewelry with wooden beads.
Timeline
Grade 6 Teacher
Ambulante Private School
04.2022 - 04.2025
Natural Science & Social Science Teacher
Oak Hill Academy
01.2020 - 12.2022
Business Owner - Hair Salon
Own Business
01.2012 - 12.2019
Hairdresser
Ultimate Hair
01.2009 - 10.2011
Campus Secretary
Abraham Kriel Child Care Centre
01.2008 - 12.2008
Bachelor of Education - Education
UNISA
04.2001 -
End User Technology - Information Technology
Damelin
04.2001 -
Hairdressing - Hairdressing
Roodepoort College
04.2001 -
Receptionist
Crimzone Software
01.2001 - 12.2006
Nurse
Helen Joseph Hospital
01.1996 - 09.2000