Makhayamahle Ndlovu

I am a passionate and dedicated Intermediate and Senior Phase educator with practical classroom experience teaching Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, and Coding & Robotics within the CAPS curriculum. Experienced in planning and delivering engaging, learner-centered lessons, designing assessments, managing classrooms, and supporting learners of diverse abilities.

I am currently serving as the Head of Interns at Nokuphila School, where I provide leadership and support to fellow intern teachers while contributing to a collaborative and professional teaching environment. I am recognized for my strong organizational skills, commitment to educational excellence, and willingness to take on leadership responsibilities beyond the classroom.

I am passionate about integrating technology into education and have experience using digital learning platforms, coding technologies, and virtual laboratories to enhance learner engagement. As a lifelong learner, I actively pursue professional development opportunities through accredited courses and certifications to continuously improve my teaching practice and provide meaningful learning experiences for every learner.

• Appointed Head of Interns at Nokuphila School, providing leadership, mentorship and support to intern teachers while acting as a liaison between interns and school management.
• Appointed as Temporary Intermediate and Senior Phase Teacher during my internship, demonstrating the school's confidence in my teaching ability and professionalism.
• Redesigned and coordinated the Intermediate Phase Friday Assembly Programme, promoting learner leadership, confidence, participation and school values.
• Served as the school's Productivity Champion, facilitating staff engagement initiatives and promoting staff morale and collaboration.
• Coached Netball, Tennis, Chess and Athletics, contributing to learners' physical development, teamwork and sportsmanship.
• Served as a member of the School Sports Committee as a secretary, assisting with the planning, organization and coordination of sporting program's and school events.
• Participated in community outreach initiatives, promoting service learning and social responsibility.

• South African Council for Educators (SACE)
• Google for Education Certified Educator Network
• Commonwealth of Learning STEAM Educator Community

I believe that teaching is more than delivering lessons, it's about shaping character, inspiring curiosity and creating opportunities for every learner to succeed. I am committed to lifelong learning, educational excellence and servant leadership, and I approach every challenge with professionalism, resilience and a willingness to learn.

I aim to contribute positively to every school community by building meaningful relationships, embracing collaboration and continuously developing myself so that I can give my learners the very best version of their teacher.

• Google Certified Educator Level 1
• Google Certified Educator Level 2
• Gemini for Educators
• Classroom Management
• Inclusive Education in ECCE (NWU)
• Psychology in Early Learning & Development (NWU)
• Integrating Virtual Labs in STEAM Teaching (Commonwealth of Learning, AFTRA & SACE)
• Resolute Education Training
• Coding & Robotics Training
• TEFL (120 Hour) – Distinction
• End User Computing (SETA)
• UNISA Leadership Programme
• Investec Start-Up School