Londiwe Kunene
Teacher Coach
Johannesburg,GP
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in secondary education and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Teacher Coach
Jakes Gerwel Fellowship
6 2023 - Current
- Mentored and coached teachers in professional development, focusing on improving instructional practices and fostering reflective teaching methods.
- Advocated for teacher development by building partnerships with key stakeholders, including education officials across multiple districts, to drive systemic change and improve educational outcomes.
- Collaborated with district education authorities to implement targeted interventions that support teachers in addressing curriculum challenges and learner needs.
- Organized and facilitated professional learning communities (PLCs) for teachers, promoting peer collaboration and continuous improvement in teaching strategies.
- Provided ongoing feedback and support to teachers, helping them implement innovative approaches in their classrooms and track their professional growth.
- Led data-driven initiatives aimed at addressing specific learner struggles, aligning teaching practices with national education priorities and diagnostic reports.
- Fostered relationships with external partners, including NGOs and academic institutions, to expand resources and opportunities for teacher professional development.
- Delivered workshops and consultations that encouraged teachers to adopt entrepreneurial mindsets and innovative teaching solutions within their schools.
Programme Officer
Jakes Gerwel Fellowship
06.2024 - Current
- Implemented and managed the fellowship program, ensuring the effective development and support of pre-service teachers.
- Conducted regular one-on-one coaching sessions to guide pre-service teachers in refining their teaching practices and professional growth.
- Monitored the academic progress of pre-service teachers, identifying areas of improvement and providing targeted interventions to support their learning journey.
- Assessed and supported the psychosocial wellness of participants, offering guidance and referrals to appropriate structures and services as needed.
- Facilitated and implemented Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to promote collaborative learning and peer support among pre-service teachers.
- Delivered professional coaching to enhance teaching competencies, classroom management, and innovative pedagogical techniques.
- Maintained strong communication with relevant educational stakeholders to ensure alignment with program goals and pre-service teacher development needs.
- Provided continuous monitoring and feedback, helping participants build resilience and adapt to the demands of the teaching profession.
Head of Professional Mentorship and Mentor
The Black Professionals Society
07.2019 - Current
- Developing and overseeing the implementation of the mentorship programme
- Overseeing external stakeholders’ engagement and partnerships
- Closely working with schools to deliver programmes such as annual careers day
- Responsible for monitoring and evaluating our programmes
- Collecting data and reporting on findings
- Creating organizational communication materials for publishing in our socials
- Cross collaborating with the team to execute functions in the other pillars of the organization
- Mentoring young professionals/ students in the mentorship programmes
Life Sciences Content TV Presenter
2Enable Enterprises (Pty) Ltd
08.2024 - 10.2025
- Presented educational content aligned with the Department of Basic Education's (DBE) Diagnostic Reports, addressing key areas where learners struggle.
- Delivered lessons across multiple subjects, including Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Business Studies, Economics, Accounting, and English, targeting challenging content from Grades 10 to 12.
- Applied problem-centred and practice-centred pedagogical approaches, focusing on exam writing competence and common learner errors.
- Enhanced learner performance in lower cognitive areas through strategic practice and exam-based question drills.
- Collaborated with content managers to ensure timely content delivery, adhering to studio guidelines and schedules.
Grade 12 Second Chance Programme Teacher
Gauteng Department Of Education
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Adapted instructional materials to suit the needs of adult learners, with a focus on building foundational knowledge and exam readiness.
- Delivered content through both in-person and remote sessions, ensuring accessibility and engagement for all learners.
- Developed targeted lesson plans covering critical topics in Life Sciences, aligned with the national curriculum and tailored to learners' needs.
- Emphasized exam techniques and study strategies to improve learners' performance on high-stakes assessments.
- Provided continuous support and feedback, helping learners strengthen their understanding of complex biological concepts.
- Monitored learner progress and adjusted teaching methods to ensure mastery of content areas previously found challenging.
Grade 12 Life Science SSIP Tutor
Gauteng Department of Education
01.2019 - 11.2023
- Tutoring grade 12 students in a Secondary School Intervention Program
- Tutoring in the Second Chance Program specially designed for students repeating grade 12
- Reviewing classroom or curricula topics and assignments
- Assisting students with homework, projects, test preparation, papers, research and other academic tasks
- Working with students to help them understand key concepts, especially those learned in the classroom
- Contribute to student learning, growth and advancement specializing in Life Sciences
- Supported students to reach curriculum goals with tailored coaching style
- Analyses of student progress and preparing feedback to improve test results
- Helped curriculum manager in successful operational management of curriculum area
- Motivating students and helping them build their confidence in the subject
Judge and Mentor
Eskom Science Expo
08.2014 - 08.2023
- Mentoring students partaking in the science competition
- Serving as judge at the regional and international science expos
- Administrator and coordinator for the students partaking in the science competition
Life Science District Teacher Moderator
Gauteng Department of Education
01.2019 - 05.2023
- Assessing quality of Life Sciences assessment of schools in the Ekurhuleni North district
- Checking assessment plans, assessment instruments and tools
- Checking history of moderating tasks
- Assessing the application of the CAPS in all school-based assessments
- Checking the use and the correctness of the SASAMS mark sheet
- Perform quality checks on the allocations of learners’ marks
- Reporting on the findings of moderation to all involved stakeholders
- Reporting on good findings and challenges to all relevant stakeholders
- Making recommendations for improvement based on each school's performance
- Coaching fellow teachers and administrators to improve teaching quality
Life Science Teacher
Gauteng Department of Education
01.2015 - 05.2023
- Planning, preparing and delivering lessons to students
- Teaching according to educational needs, abilities and achievements of individual students
- Aligning teaching methodologies to CAPS (national curriculum)
- Maintaining good order and discipline amongst students
- Adopting and working towards the implementation of the school
- Ensuring high standards of professional practice and quality of teaching and learning of sciences
- Assigning work, correcting and marking work carried out by students
- Assessing, recording and reporting on the development, progress and behavior of students
- Promoting the general progress and well-being of individual students
- Participating in in-Service education and training courses provided by the department of education
- Communicating, consulting and co-operating with other members of the school
Natural Sciences Subject Head and Teacher (Grade 8-9)
Sir Pierre van Ryneveld High School
01.2017 - 11.2022
- Examiner for school-based assessment for Natural Sciences
- Moderator for internal assessments
- Develop extra learning and support material for learners
- Planning, preparing and delivering lessons to students
- Teaching according to educational needs, abilities and achievements of individual students
- Aligning teaching methodologies to CAPS (national curriculum)
- Maintaining good order and discipline amongst students
Education
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA - Business Management
Regenesys Business School
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE - Science Education
University of Witwatersrand
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of Witwatersrand
04.2001 - 01.2014
Master of Management - Governance - Monitoring And Evaluation
University of Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
No Degree - Coaching For Teacher Professional Development
Rhodes University
Grahamstown, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Adaptive Learning
Instructional Coaching
Project-based learning
Mentoring Teachers
Collaborative learning
Creativity and Innovation
Teacher Mentoring
Student Engagement
Subject matter expertise
Communications
Written Communication
Research
Planning
Consulting
Public Speaking
Teaching Material Development
Creative Lesson Planning
Teaching & Tutoring
Counseling
Leadership and Inspiration
Time Management
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking Abilities
Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
Associate Certified Strengths Coach
Languages
English
Sepedi
IsiZulu
Volunteer Experience
Head of Professional Mentorship and Mentor
The Black Professionals Society
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
07/2019 till Current
- Developing and overseeing the implementation of the mentorship programme.,
- Overseeing external stakeholders’ engagement and partnerships.,
- Closely working with schools to deliver programmes such as annual careers day.,
- Responsible for monitoring and evaluating our programmes.,
- Collecting data and reporting on findings.,
- Creating organizational communication materials for publishing in our socials.,
- Cross collaborating with the team to execute functions in the other pillars of the organization.,
- Mentoring young professionals/students in the mentorship programmes.
Judge and Mentor, Eskom Science Expo,
Ekurhuleni region, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa,
08/2014 to 08/2023
- Mentoring and coaching students partaking in the science competition.,
- Serving as judge at the regional and international science expos.,
- Administrator and coordinator for the students partaking in the science competition.
References
- Agnes Moabelo, GDE, (+27)084 657 0559, agnes.moabelo@gauteng.gov.za
- Louise Knotze, GDE, (+27)083 609 8896, knotzelouise@yahoo.com
- Ancha Bulunga, Jakes Gerwel Fellowship, (+27)07644058254, anchab@jgfellowship.org
- Melanie Van Niekerk, 2Enable, 084 679 0836, melanie2enable.org
Personal Information
Driving License: Code C1
Timeline
Life Sciences Content TV Presenter
2Enable Enterprises (Pty) Ltd
08.2024 - 10.2025
Programme Officer
Jakes Gerwel Fellowship
06.2024 - Current
Grade 12 Second Chance Programme Teacher
Gauteng Department Of Education
01.2021 - 12.2023
Head of Professional Mentorship and Mentor
The Black Professionals Society
07.2019 - Current
Grade 12 Life Science SSIP Tutor
Gauteng Department of Education
01.2019 - 11.2023
Life Science District Teacher Moderator
Gauteng Department of Education
01.2019 - 05.2023
Natural Sciences Subject Head and Teacher (Grade 8-9)
Sir Pierre van Ryneveld High School
01.2017 - 11.2022
Life Science Teacher
Gauteng Department of Education
01.2015 - 05.2023
Judge and Mentor
Eskom Science Expo
08.2014 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of Witwatersrand
04.2001 - 01.2014
Master of Management - Governance - Monitoring And Evaluation
University of Witwatersrand
04.2001 -
No Degree - Coaching For Teacher Professional Development
Rhodes University
04.2001 -
Teacher Coach
Jakes Gerwel Fellowship
6 2023 - Current
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA - Business Management
Regenesys Business School
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE - Science Education
University of Witwatersrand