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Lynette Botha

Lynette Botha

Teacher & Educational Specialist
Pretoria

Summary

Experienced educational specialist in the South African private school sector with 15+ years of experience. Expertise in leadership, curriculum design, and teacher development. Holds a BEd in Intermediate and Senior Phase Education, an Honours BEd in Educational Management, and an MBA in Educational Leadership. SACE-registered professional passionate about collaborating in Higher Education environments to develop impactful curricula, facilitate digital learning, and support the next generation of teachers. Committed to contributing to quality education through reflective practice, academic rigor, and student-centered methodologies.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Grade 6 English Home Language Teacher

Amberfield College
01.2022 - Current
  • Teach English Home Language to Grade 6 learners and support language development across the Intermediate Phase
  • Design intervention booklets, formal assessments, and weekly language practice tests
  • Developed the Grade 4 English workbook used in class and edited the Grade 6 workbook to align with curriculum and learner needs
  • Serve as Grade 6 Head and coordinate Scholar Patrol and Public Speaking extracurricular programs
  • Collaborate with the School-Based Support Team (SBST) to identify learner support needs and implement appropriate interventions

Head of Department: Intermediate Phase

Raslouw College
01.2020 - 12.2021
  • Led curriculum planning, assessment design, and academic coordination for all Intermediate Phase subjects
  • Taught English Home Language (Grades 4–6), Visual Arts, and Creative Arts (Grades 7–9)
  • Initiated and implemented Google Classroom remote teaching during the COVID-19 lockdown, supporting both staff and learners with digital transition
  • Provided instructional leadership, facilitated collaborative planning, and supported teacher professional development
  • Chaired weekly phase meetings and coordinated the annual awards ceremony
  • Contributed to internal quality assurance processes and served on the School Management Team (SMT)

Teacher: Intermediate & Senior Phase

PLG Midview Academy
08.2019 - 12.2019
  • Taught English Home Language (Grades 7–9), and Mathematics, Social Sciences, and Life Skills (Grade 4)
  • Designed cross-curricular lessons aligned with CAPS requirements and learner needs
  • Led co-curricular activities including the Drama Club , served as Newsletter Editor , and facilitated staff computer training

Teacher

PLG Midview Academy
06.2017 - 07.2019
  • Teacher: Gr 7-9 English Home Language
  • Teacher: Gr 4 Mathematics, Social Sciences & Life Skills
  • Extra-mural activities: Drama Club; Newsletter Editor; Computer Training.
  • Teacher: Gr 7-12 English HL & FAL; Afrikaans HL & FAL; NS; EMS; SS; CA; TECH
  • Manager: All administrative functions relating to academic matters, learners, parents, teachers and finances.
  • Director: Strategic management; Policy development

Teacher: Academic Support (Grade 6 Focus)

REM Kids Akademiese Naskool
05.2016 - 05.2017
  • Provided academic support to Grade 6 learners across all subjects, reinforcing core concepts and improving overall academic performance
  • Developed supplementary learning materials and targeted lessons to address individual learner needs
  • Monitored homework completion, supported study routines, and created a structured environment for academic growth

Academic Manager & Teacher

Tzuria Learning Centre (Pty) Ltd
01.2008 - 02.2016
  • Taught Grades 7–12: English HL & FAL, Afrikaans, Natural Sciences, EMS, and Social Sciences
  • Managed academic administration, parent communication, and staff supervision
  • Directed strategic policy development and led the Center's academic planning

Teacher: English Home Language & Social Sciences

Hoërskool Wonderfontein
04.2007 - 12.2007
  • 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

MBA - Educational Leadership

Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK)
Tampere, Finland
04.2001 -

Honours Bachelor of Education (Educational Managem -

University of South Africa (UNISA)
04.2001 -

Degree of Bachelor of Education - Specialisation in Intermediate and Senior Phase

UNISA
12-2005

Senior Certifcate With University Exemption -

Hoërskool Eldoraigne
04.2001 -

Skills

Curriculum and assessment design (CAPS & IEB)

Online teaching and digital facilitation (Google Classroom, LMS)

Academic writing, research, and editing

Literacy instruction and intervention strategies

Teacher mentorship and professional development

Extracurricular coordination (Public Speaking, Scholar Patrol)

Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and basic graphic design

Event planning and stakeholder communication

Personal Information

Full Name: Lynette Botha

Date of Birth: 24 November 1981

Nationality: South African

SACE Registration Number: 114445

Driver’s License: Code B

Certification

First Aid Level 2

References

Ms Surina Ernest
Deputy Principal, Amberfield College
Phone: 063 610 6204
Email: surinaernest@gmail.com


Ms Estelle du Toit
Former Deputy Principal, Raslouw College
Phone: 082 945 7394
Email: estelle.dtt@gmail.com


Ms Päivi Mayor
Senior Lecturer, Business and Media
Tampere University of Applied Sciences
Phone: +358 40 635 1295
Email: paivi.mayor@tuni.fi

Timeline

First Aid Level 2

02-2025

Grade 6 English Home Language Teacher

Amberfield College
01.2022 - Current

Mini-MBA for School Management Teams (SAOU)

10-2021

Head of Department: Intermediate Phase

Raslouw College
01.2020 - 12.2021

Teacher: Intermediate & Senior Phase

PLG Midview Academy
08.2019 - 12.2019

Diploma in Graphic Design (Shaw Academy)

03-2019

Diploma in Digital Marketing (Shaw Academy)

09-2017

Teacher

PLG Midview Academy
06.2017 - 07.2019

Teacher: Academic Support (Grade 6 Focus)

REM Kids Akademiese Naskool
05.2016 - 05.2017

Academic Manager & Teacher

Tzuria Learning Centre (Pty) Ltd
01.2008 - 02.2016

Teacher: English Home Language & Social Sciences

Hoërskool Wonderfontein
04.2007 - 12.2007

Business Administration Certificate (Working World College)

12-2001

MBA - Educational Leadership

Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK)
04.2001 -

Honours Bachelor of Education (Educational Managem -

University of South Africa (UNISA)
04.2001 -

Senior Certifcate With University Exemption -

Hoërskool Eldoraigne
04.2001 -

Degree of Bachelor of Education - Specialisation in Intermediate and Senior Phase

UNISA
Lynette BothaTeacher & Educational Specialist