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Lizette Oosthuizen

Lizette Oosthuizen

Teacher
Thabazimbi

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Laerskool Thabazimbi, excelling in student engagement and peer mentoring. Expert in child development, I fostered a supportive learning environment, enhancing parent-teacher communication and adapting lessons for diverse learners. Committed to nurturing academic growth and emotional well-being, I effectively increased parent involvement in the educational process.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Grade 1 Teacher

Laerskool Thabazimbi
01.2021 - Current
  • Incorporated social-emotional learning into daily lessons, promoting empathy, self-awareness, and responsible decision-making among students.
  • Adapted lesson plans to meet the needs of diverse learners, ensuring all students were challenged appropriately and supported in their academic growth.
  • Mentored new teachers in effective instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
  • Utilized formative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly for optimal learning outcomes.
  • Enhanced classroom management, establishing a positive learning environment with clear expectations and consistent consequences.
  • Increased parent involvement through regular communication channels such as newsletters, conferences, and volunteer opportunities within the classroom.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication to support student success both inside and outside the classroom.
  • Served on school committees focused on improving instructional practices and overall school culture, contributing valuable insights as a seasoned educator.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.

Teacher

Laerskool Koedoeskop
01.2021 - 12.2022
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Teacher

A Lo Ha Keiki Kleuterskool
01.2014 - 12.2020
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

Teacher

Laerskool Brits
01.2010 - 12.2013
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Education

Baccalaureus Education - Early Childhood Develop

University of Pretoria
Pretoria
04.2001 -

Skills

    Student engagement

    Peer mentoring

    Parent-teacher communication

    Child development

Timeline

Grade 1 Teacher

Laerskool Thabazimbi
01.2021 - Current

Teacher

Laerskool Koedoeskop
01.2021 - 12.2022

Teacher

A Lo Ha Keiki Kleuterskool
01.2014 - 12.2020

Teacher

Laerskool Brits
01.2010 - 12.2013

Baccalaureus Education - Early Childhood Develop

University of Pretoria
04.2001 -
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