Maeketsa Mofokeng
Educator
Roodepoort
Summary
I am a young Mathematics educator who is very passionate about education. My life motto is, "the best must teach." As a school support specialist, I worked with many private and public schools across South Africa. I value hard work and professionalism.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
School Support Specialist
Siyavula Education
1 2021 - 6 2023
- Onboarding clients on Siyavula platform.
- Conducting training on how to use Siyavula effectively.
- Providing and on-going in person and virtual support to the clients.
- Good communication skills (oral and written)
- Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
- Good telephone etiquette
- Team player and good leadership skills
- Good salesperson (during renewals period)
- Analyzing reports
- Negotiation skills
- Presentation skills (hosting webinars)
Facilitator (Creative Coding Club)
University of Johannesburg
8 2020 - 11.2023
- Prepare and conduct group trainings with facilitators to prepare them for Saturday sessions with students.
- Keep weekly journal of the experiences of the students for research purposes.
- Attend all Saturday sessions of coding and also conduct catch up sessions during the week.
- Engage with students on Telegram group chat and other forms of social media platforms in order to keep the students engaged.
Mathematics Educator (Saturday School Intervention)
George Khosa Secondary School
02.2021 - 11.2022
- Supported diverse learners by modifying instruction to accommodate various learning styles and needs.
- Evaluated curriculum materials to ensure alignment with state standards, updating lesson plans as needed for maximum effectiveness.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities into lesson plans.
- Improved student performance by providing individualized attention and feedback through regular progress monitoring.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through problem-solving activities and open-ended questions during class discussions.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Mathematics Educator
Sandringham High School
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Prepared lesson plans.
- Prepared students for standardized tests by incorporating test-taking strategies into daily instruction and reviewing essential content areas leading up to exams.
- Increased overall classroom engagement with interactive teaching methods, such as incorporating technology such as Siyavula in class.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities into lesson plans.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units that reinforced key concepts across multiple subjects.
- Conducted after school lessons to grade 12 learners as there was a need for additional support.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
Member of leadership and chairperson (Education)
University of Johannesburg
10.2018 - 11.2019
- Represented students of the Faculty of Education in executive meetings with the faculty management.
- Led and mentored executive team members to strengthen leadership skills and improve decision-making processes.
- Conducted charity work outside of the university.
- Helped first year students with the transition from high school to university by conducting seminars and information sharing sessions.
Tutor (Faculty of Education)
University of Johannesburg
02.2018 - 11.2019
Mathematics Coach
Numeric
11.2016 - 11.2019
Physical Sciences Tutor
MaSci Acc
02.2018 - 09.2018
Mathematics Tutor
Niche Tutoring
01.2010 - 01.2017
Waiter
Café Rousse
12.2014 - 01.2016
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and anticipating guest needs.
- Provided support during busy periods by assisting other servers in cleaning tables and resetting them quickly for incoming guests.
- Streamlined order processing for increased efficiency through clear communication with kitchen staff.
Tutoring Mathematics
Mokgome High School
03.2014 - 08.2014
Education
Bachelor of Education Honors in STEM Education - Bachelor of Education Honors in STEM Education
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Education For Senior And FET Phase
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
Grade 12 National Senior Certificate
Forte High School
Johannesburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Onboarding clients on Siyavula platform
Conducting training on how to use Siyavula effectively
Providing and on-going in person and virtual support to the clients
Good communication skills (oral and written)
Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Good telephone etiquette
Team player and good leadership skills
Good salesperson (during renewals period)
Analyzing reports
Negotiation skills
Presentation skills (hosting webinars)
Accomplishments
- Graduated Cum Laude – Bachelor of Education Honours in STEM Education: Mathematics
- Four distinctions – National Senior Certificate Exams 2009 (Mathematics, Life Sciences, Life Orientation and Sesotho)
Personal Information
- Passport Number: RD050169
- Date of Birth: 12/20/91
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Mosotho
- Marital Status: Single
References
- Mrs. Nomfundo Mashala, Siyavula Education, Liaison: Schools Unit Manager, +27 81 457 3454
- Mr Simon Lekwape, Niche Tutoring, Liaison: Chairperson, +27 73 279 1667
- Mr. Mthokosizi Dube, Sandringham High School, Liaison: Educator, +27 79 810 3324
- Mr. Simphiwe Mahlobo, MaSci Acc, Liaison: Director, +27 84 056 7268
- Ms. Bernice Skhotha, Numeric Johannesburg, Liaison: Programme Manager, +27 60 980 2276
- Ms. Prudence Mohau, University of Johannesburg, Faculty of Education, Liaison: Faculty Marketing Coordinator, +27 11 559 3503
Timeline
Mathematics Educator (Saturday School Intervention)
George Khosa Secondary School
02.2021 - 11.2022
Mathematics Educator
Sandringham High School
07.2020 - 12.2020
Member of leadership and chairperson (Education)
University of Johannesburg
10.2018 - 11.2019
Tutor (Faculty of Education)
University of Johannesburg
02.2018 - 11.2019
Physical Sciences Tutor
MaSci Acc
02.2018 - 09.2018
Mathematics Coach
Numeric
11.2016 - 11.2019
Waiter
Café Rousse
12.2014 - 01.2016
Tutoring Mathematics
Mokgome High School
03.2014 - 08.2014
Mathematics Tutor
Niche Tutoring
01.2010 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Education Honors in STEM Education - Bachelor of Education Honors in STEM Education
University of Johannesburg
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Education For Senior And FET Phase
University of Johannesburg
04.2001 -
Grade 12 National Senior Certificate
Forte High School
04.2001 -
School Support Specialist
Siyavula Education
1 2021 - 6 2023
Facilitator (Creative Coding Club)
University of Johannesburg
8 2020 - 11.2023
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