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MKHULULI SIBANDA

EDUCATOR
Benoni

Summary

At Dalpark Learning Academy, I spearheaded innovative teaching strategies and fostered a supportive community, significantly enhancing student engagement and achievement. My expertise in curriculum development and oversight, combined with a strong ability to build collaborative relationships, has consistently improved educational outcomes.

Well-rounded and dynamic education administrator with expertise in curriculum planning and development. Offers student-focused, dynamic communication skills. Experience leading school administration and driving test scores through proven education methods.

Self-motivated school administrator with assertive and outcome-driven nature. Independent worker remains extremely calm in most pressure situations. Skilled educator with over 30 years of experience leading school staff members and education programs.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal

Dalpark Learning Academy
01.2006 - Current
  • Collaborated with the Parent-Teacher Association to address parent concerns and foster a supportive community for student success.
  • Implemented innovative approaches to teaching and learning that improved student engagement and achievement levels.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
  • Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
  • Streamlined school operations by evaluating processes and procedures, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements.
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to foster trust, collaboration, and commitment to shared goals.
  • Evaluated curriculum materials for alignment with state standards, ensuring consistency across grade levels and subject areas.
  • Addressed discipline issues promptly while maintaining fairness; sustaining positive relationships among faculty members.
  • Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
  • Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
  • Spearheaded successful grant applications leading to increased funding for various school initiatives.
  • Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
  • Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
  • Established mentorship program for new teachers, improving their integration into school community and enhancing teaching quality.
  • Instructed small groups of teachers and students.
  • Improved student learning outcomes with well-designed professional development programs for teachers.
  • Engaged in community outreach to understand local needs, shaping programs that reflect community's educational aspirations.
  • Developed comprehensive assessment system to measure student progress and inform instructional strategies.
  • Established partnerships with local organizations to enhance educational opportunities for students.
  • Negotiated with vendors to secure resources, enhancing learning environment without significantly increasing costs.
  • Fostered positive and inclusive school culture, leading initiatives for diversity and inclusion.
  • Facilitated professional learning communities, encouraging collaboration and shared best practices among faculty.
  • Coordinated facility upgrades and maintenance, ensuring safe and modern learning environment.
  • Oversaw annual budget planning process, allocating funds strategically to areas of greatest impact.
  • Developed partnerships with local businesses and organizations to provide real-world learning opportunities for students.
  • Coordinated with school board to align school objectives with district-wide goals, ensuring cohesive educational strategy.
  • Boosted student retention rates by introducing engaging and relevant extracurricular activities.
  • Streamlined administrative processes to improve operational efficiency, utilizing advanced technology solutions.
  • Implemented school-wide behavior management system, reducing classroom disruptions and fostering better learning environment.
  • Led accreditation process, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and educational standards.
  • Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
  • Coordinated retrieval and distribution of student records from other schools and institutions.
  • Studied assessment information covering students, teachers and school operations to formulate improvement plans.
  • Proven record of developing and implementing school policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
  • Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures, and cost-saving initiatives.
  • Collaborated with administration staff to develop functional budgets within allocated funds.
  • Developed and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
  • Allocated school budgets and solicited additional funding from grant programs with well-written applications.

Skills

Instructional leadership

Education administration

Educational staff supervision

Employee performance evaluations

Staff development

School administration

Organizational leadership

Organizational management

Verbal and written communication

Performance improvement

Team building

Strategic leadership

Collaborative learning

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Policy and procedure development

Student discipline

Program management

Standardized testing

Public speaking

Performance evaluations

Budget administration

Fundraising

Program evaluation

Emergency preparedness

Faculty collaboration

Expense control

Elementary education

Entrepreneurial personality

Schedule oversight

Opportunities identification

Prioritization

Personnel reviews

Funding management

Curriculum development and oversight

Staff and educator guidance

Emergency incident planning

Teaching and learning assessments

Curriculum standards

Parent engagement

Timeline

Principal

Dalpark Learning Academy
01.2006 - Current
MKHULULI SIBANDAEDUCATOR