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Education
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Melanie Engelbrecht

Melanie Engelbrecht

Teacher
Upington

Summary

Experienced and passionate teacher with 18 years of expertise in the classroom. Possess a Bachelor's degree in Education and a TEFL 120-hour certificate. Skilled in effectively engaging and educating students through diverse curriculums. Motivated to reinforce concepts and promote strong literacy, numeracy, social, and learning skills. Adept at teaching various subjects while maintaining an organized and focused classroom environment. Adaptable in meeting individual student needs, creating warm and safe educational environments.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Oranje-Noord Primary School
Upington
1 2011 - Current
  • Teaching Grade class
  • Established a positive classroom culture by promoting respect, responsibility, and mutual support among students.
  • Grade Head: Mentored new teachers on curriculum development, classroom management, and best teaching practices.
  • Responsible for planning and assessment in the grade
  • Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on educational trends and best practices in elementary education.
  • Daily organisation and management of learning environment, learning content and discipline in class
  • Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
  • Increased student engagement through the use of interactive whiteboards, tablets, and other multimedia tools in lessons.
  • Adapting the curriculum for learners struggling with the mainstream programme
  • Work closely with colleagues to ensure the optimal development of the learners
  • Works very well together in a team
  • Coordinated school-wide events such as field trips, assemblies, and parent-teacher conferences to promote community involvement.
  • Served on various committees that contributed to overall school improvement efforts including curriculum development, safety initiatives, and extracurricular programs.
  • Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering open communication and collaboration for academic success.
  • Communicate with parents about their children's academic progress as well as actions
  • Provided ongoing feedback to students on their progress, helping them set achievable goals for academic improvement.
  • Organized after-school tutoring sessions for struggling students to provide additional support and reinforcement of key concepts. Especially mathematics and languages
  • Coaching cricket and netball
  • Head of IT
  • Head of D6 and SA-SAMS

Teacher

Ysterplaat Primary School
Cape Town
01.2006 - 06.2010
  • Taught double-medium classes
  • Grade Head and Head of Discipline for 3 years
  • Co-ordinator of the school's Eisteddfod, achieving Gold medals in the Western Cape
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
  • Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
  • Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.

Education

GED -

Ysterplaat Primary School
Cape Town, South Africa
04.2001 -

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Orange North Primary School

GED -

Oranje-Noord Primary School
Upington, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Student Engagement

Positive Role Model and Mentor

Organizational Skills

Effective Communication

Attention to Detail

FLUENT IN Afrikaans and English

Curriculum Implementation

Group Instruction

Motivating students

Classroom Management

Student-Centered Learning

Secondaryeducation

Grade 12, Upington High School, 2001, Afrikaans Home Language, English First Additional Language, Mathematics, Business economics, Accounting, Computer typing

Tertiaryqualifications

Baccalaureus in Education: Intermediate and Senior Phase, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2002 - 2005, 2011 - June holiday, Completed in 2024

Whyimidealforthispost

B.Ed. Degree: Cape Peninsula University of Technology Intermediary and Senior Phase, 18 years in education = 7 years intermediary + 11 years junior, 120 hours TEFL certificate completed in 2024, Very good. I am head of the IT committee at school., Responsible for school's marks that have to be entered electronically on the new work schedules and recording sheets on a quarterly basis. Processing all related information. I am also responsible for printing reports., The majority of my schoolwork is done using the computer. Using interactive whiteboard to assist in teaching and I thoroughly enjoy this., Offer extra math and language classes after school., Coaching netball., Coaching cricket., Help with the athletics., Coordinate and coach of eisteddfod, Solving any and all IT related problems., Organize and help with any school related activities., Help with planning annual fundraisers., Class management Organize class environment to maintain routine and discipline., Without discipline, effective learning cannot take place, especially in a class with 30 small people and their individual needs and dispositions. I was head of discipline at Ysterplaat Primary School and proud of it., Generally I am a very motivated person who believes in the learners' holistic development - not only academically, but as educated people who can also distinguish between right and wrong and will be able to function in environments where many of them are left to their own mercy., I am a positive person and always try to see the good in all challenges and circumstances. I have a lot of patience, as a teacher and mother of two teenagers. I am very proud of my family and my school. I would truly walk the extra mile for learners, parents and educators., Communication is important, therefore I believe in a good and healthy relationship with all my learners' parents and co-workers.

Givennames

Melanie

Dependants

2: 14 year old boy and 10 year old girl

Personal Information

  • ID Number: 830801 0110 087
  • Health Status: Excellent
  • Date of Birth: 01/08/83
  • Gender: Female
  • Marital Status: Engaged

Languages

Afrikaans and English

Hobbies

In my spare time I love to ride my bicycle.  I love painting and restoring old furniture.

Timeline

Teacher

Ysterplaat Primary School
01.2006 - 06.2010

GED -

Ysterplaat Primary School
04.2001 -

GED -

Oranje-Noord Primary School
04.2001 -

Teacher

Oranje-Noord Primary School
1 2011 - Current

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Orange North Primary School
Melanie EngelbrechtTeacher