Lucelle Van Der Merwe
Educator
Delmas
Summary
Dynamic Educator with extensive experience in lesson planning and classroom management, demonstrated at Delmas Primary School. Excelled in fostering inclusive environments and enhancing student skills in Afrikaans and English. Skilled in coaching and parent interaction, with a proven track record in improving student engagement and performance. Fluent in two languages and adept in technology.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Educator
Delmas Primary School
01.2024 - Current
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
- Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
- Teaching Grade 4 Mathematics: Afrikaans and English Medium.
- Coaching Netball and Athletics.
Counsellor / Playtherapist
Delmas Wes Family Church
04.2022 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with Tutela Delmas to provide care for clients.
- Serve as EIP worker for Tutela.
- Conducted thorough assessments using standardized tools to identify areas of concern and inform intervention strategies.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans for clients, addressing their specific therapeutic needs and goals.
- Plan, develop and present different programs to the community and schools eg. Teenage pregnancies program, Drug and Alcohol abuse program, Effective Parenting program. ect.
- Playtherapy to learners at different schools in the community.
Educator
Heidi Pre Primary School
01.2016 - 03.2022
- 5 Years teaching Grade RR learners.
- 1 Year 3 Months teaching Grade R.
- Mini hockey coaching.
- Plan and organize Grade R Graduations.
- Assist in planning, organizing and preparing for school concerts.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Educator
Eloff Primary School
04.2009 - 12.2013
- 2 Years teaching Grade 2 learners.
- 2 Years teaching Grade 4- 7 learners in following subjects: Arts and Culture, Technology, Life Skills.
- 1 Year teaching Grade R learners.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and academic growth.
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
- Netball, Hockey and Athletic Coaching.
- Hockey organizer.
- Serve on Governing Body.
Educator
Rakkers Pre Primary School
11.2008 - 04.2009
- Teach Grade R learners.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
- Aftercare
Education
Diploma: Counselling And Trauma Counselling
Proffesional Counsellor Academy
Pretoria, South Africa11.2024
Diploma: Criminal Profiling / Crime Prevention
Umlock Innovations / SASSETA
Pretoria, South Africa11.2022
Diploma: Patoral Child Counselling
Proffesional Counsellor Academy
Pretoria, South Africa10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Development: Foundation Phase
Unisa
Pretoria, South Africa 01.2012 - 04.2016
High School Diploma -
High School Delmas
Delmas, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Lesson Planning
Languages
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Interests
Running, reading, listening to music
Timeline
Educator
Delmas Primary School
01.2024 - Current
Counsellor / Playtherapist
Delmas Wes Family Church
04.2022 - 12.2023
Educator
Heidi Pre Primary School
01.2016 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Development: Foundation Phase
Unisa
01.2012 - 04.2016
Educator
Eloff Primary School
04.2009 - 12.2013
Educator
Rakkers Pre Primary School
11.2008 - 04.2009
High School Diploma -
High School Delmas
04.2001 -
Diploma: Counselling And Trauma Counselling
Proffesional Counsellor Academy
Diploma: Criminal Profiling / Crime Prevention
Umlock Innovations / SASSETA
Diploma: Patoral Child Counselling
Proffesional Counsellor Academy
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