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MANTIKANA RANGATA

Legal Secretary
Pretoria

Summary

Legal professional with strong skills in writing, organizing and project managing cases related to Family law, Civil Law and Labour Law. Expertly conducts research, collects witness statements and organizes files. Experienced working with diverse populations to optimize representation.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Paralegal

BR Rangata Attorneys
Pretoria
10.2024 - Current
  • Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
  • Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
  • Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
  • Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.

Reference:

Ms Itumeleng Mangena (Attorney)

074 292 9372

itumeleng@brrangata.co.za

Online English Teacher

Twenxix
Pretoria
06.2022 - 10.2024
  • Displayed superior confidentiality in all mail, telephone and in person communications
  • Led one-to-one and group English lessons, using exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities to effectively manage groups of various sizes
  • Monitored student development, providing additional support as needed to aid progress towards learning goals
  • Worked closely with students to ensure delivery of speech and written English was accurate and easy to comprehend
  • Built extensive and long-lasting student relationships to create classroom environments conducive to learning
  • Created audio, visual and written teaching materials to assist in teaching English
  • Consulted with other professionals to help students with learning disabilities or problems of social adjustment
  • Conducted in-depth assessments into children's work, providing feedback on grammar, syntax, spelling and punctuation to increase learning development
  • Developed and enforced classroom code of conduct to maintain order during lessons
  • Employed varied instructional techniques to meet different aptitudes and interests of students
  • Analyzed assessment data to refine lessons and unit plans and make adjustments to support struggling students
  • Counseled students with academic difficulties and behavioral problems for improved outcomes
  • Applied active listening to identify and solve problems, facilitate learning for students and build student confidence
  • Conducted in-depth assessments, providing feedback on grammar, syntax, spelling and punctuation to increase learning development
  • Collaborated with other teachers to develop creative, innovative and educational curriculums and teaching aids
  • Boosted student confidence through tailored feedback and individualized support in areas of improvement.
  • Maintained schedule of appointments and worked up to 60 hours each week.

Online ESL Teacher

Education First
Pretoria
01.2023 - 03.2024
  • Strengthened overall class performance by regularly assessing student progress using both formative and summative assessments to adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
  • Provided instruction using textbooks, worksheets, games and visuals to help improve reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.
  • Boosted reading comprehension levels for struggling students through targeted tutoring and personalized lesson plans.

Education

Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) - Education

University of Pretoria
Pretoria, GP
01.2023 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Commerce - Law

IIE Varsity College
Pretoria, GP
01.2019 - 12.2021

Higher Certificate in Legal Studies - Law

IIE Varsity College
Pretoria, GP
01.2018 - 12.2018

Skills

  • Strict Confidentiality

  • Excellent Time Management

  • Legal documents Drafting

  • Customer Service

  • Litigation Law Familiarity

  • Computer Literacy

Client communication

Office administration

Litigation support

Document filing

Legal research

Legal writing

Timeline

Paralegal

BR Rangata Attorneys
10.2024 - Current

Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) - Education

University of Pretoria
01.2023 - 12.2023

Online ESL Teacher

Education First
01.2023 - 03.2024

Online English Teacher

Twenxix
06.2022 - 10.2024

Bachelor of Commerce - Law

IIE Varsity College
01.2019 - 12.2021

Higher Certificate in Legal Studies - Law

IIE Varsity College
01.2018 - 12.2018
MANTIKANA RANGATALegal Secretary