LONDEKA MAKHATHINI
Johannesburg
Summary
Dedicated IsiZulu First Additional Language Educator and former Head of Department with over 6 years' experience in IEB-aligned independent schools, currently teaching Grades 8–12 at Reddam House Helderfontein. Active IEB IsiZulu Paper 1 Marker (2024–2025) skilled in curriculum leadership, assessment moderation, and learner-centered pedagogy. Passionate about fostering academic excellence, cultural appreciation, and holistic growth through active co-curricular engagement."
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
IsiZulu First Additional Language Educator
Reddam House Helderfontein
08.2026 - 09.2026
- Teach IsiZulu First Additional Language across Grades 8–12 in full alignment with the IEB curriculum.
- Design engaging, learner-centred lessons that promote language proficiency, confidence, and cultural appreciation.
- Monitor learner progress through continuous formal and informal assessments, implementing targeted intervention strategies to support individual achievement.
- Integrate educational technology and innovative teaching methodologies to enhance learner engagement.
- Foster strong, collaborative relationships with learners, parents, and colleagues to ensure academic and pastoral success.
- Contribute actively to the academic, co-curricular, and cultural life of the school community
Head of the IsiZulu Department
King David High School - Linksfield
01.2023 - 07.2026
- Departmental Leadership: Led and managed the IsiZulu Department across Grades 8–12, ensuring strict curriculum alignment with IEB standards and school academic goals.
- Quality Assurance & Moderation: Oversaw internal assessment moderation, exam setting, and standardized grading procedures to maintain high academic rigor.
- Staff Mentoring & Collaboration: Mentored departmental teaching staff, promoted best pedagogical practices, and facilitated continuous professional development.
- Academic Intervention & Growth: Analyzed learner performance data to design and implement targeted support programs, driving measurable improvement in exam outcomes.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Built strong, collaborative relationships with parents, school leadership, and external educational bodies to support learner progress and pastoral care.
IsiZulu First Additional Language & Life Orientation Educator
Waterstone College
08.2019 - 12.2022
- Planned and delivered engaging IsiZulu FAL and Life Orientation lessons across Grades 8–11 aligned with IEB outcomes.
- Utilized learner assessment data to identify learning gaps, adapt teaching methodologies, and improve academic performance.
- Maintained an inclusive, disciplined, and supportive classroom environment conducive to diverse learning styles.
- Collaborated closely within the academic department on assessment preparation, subject moderation, and school-wide initiatives.
Locum IsiZulu Educator
Dominican Convent School
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Taught IsiZulu to Grades 8-10.
- Maintained continuity of curriculum delivery and assessment.
- Assisted with examinations and academic administration.
- Locum isiZulu Educator.
- Continuously monitored student progress through setting and marking regular coursework.
- Created homework for students, based on curriculum guidelines and current teaching topics.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) -
University of KwaZulu-Natal
01.2016
Bachelor of Social Sciences - Psychology & IsiZulu
University of KwaZulu-Natal
01.2015
Educare N4 -
UMgungundlovu FET College
01.2011
Skills
- IEB Curriculum Planning & Delivery
- Curriculum Leadership
- Department Management
- Assessment & Moderation
- Learner Achievement & Academic Intervention
- Parent Communication & Partnerships
- Classroom Management
- Educational Technology Integration
- Staff Mentoring & Collaboration
- Strategic Planning
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Educational technology
- Team collaboration
- Learner engagement
- Classroom management
- Cultural appreciation
- Communication skills
Professional Development
- IEB IsiZulu Paper 1 Marker, IEB, 2024-01-01, 2025-12-31, South Africa
- Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE), Microsoft, South Africa
- PurpleZA Professional Development, PurpleZA, South Africa
- Curriculum Planning & Assessment Moderation, South Africa
- Digital Learning Integration, South Africa
References
• Dino Angelo – King David High School (Head of Academics): 0824229403
• Zonke Masondo – Waterstone College (Head of Department): 0728021640
• Joanne Zimmermann - Reddam House (Head of Academics): On request
Timeline
IsiZulu First Additional Language Educator
Reddam House Helderfontein
08.2026 - 09.2026
Head of the IsiZulu Department
King David High School - Linksfield
01.2023 - 07.2026
IsiZulu First Additional Language & Life Orientation Educator
Waterstone College
08.2019 - 12.2022
Locum IsiZulu Educator
Dominican Convent School
06.2019 - 08.2019
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) -
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Bachelor of Social Sciences - Psychology & IsiZulu
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Educare N4 -
UMgungundlovu FET College