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Nadeema  Saferdien

Nadeema Saferdien

Cape Town

Summary

· Constantly reaching out to get additional support for learners since many of our teachers are not trained in dealing with the different learning challenges that must be dealt with. This is a serious challenge at all schools of skills as ongoing support is sorely needed.

· Attributes: Experience in project management. Good management and leadership skills. Value and display good intra-personal skills, enjoy working with people and am always motivated to build and foster positive relations with staff and relevant stakeholders.

· Excellent communication (verbal & written), facilitation and presentation skills ? Maintain calm strength under pressure

· Good computer skills.

· Team player

· Excellent work ethic and passionate about making a real difference in education Vocational Training) Cape Town, South Africa Deputy Principal with learners who experience learning challenges. Being exposed to these learners, and how they can flourish when they are correctly supported and inspired has helped me to acquire new teaching techniques and apply a different skill set to my job or any task at hand. I have grown and matured as an educator and I have moved into different managerial positions within the school of skill environment. These growth opportunities have also allowed me to use my position to advocate adapted learning teaching to accommodate learners with academic challenges

· Results-driven Education Specialist with 31 years of experience. 15 years in mainstream schools and 15+ years in special needs (vocational training). Career focused on enhancing child development with motivational and encouraging approach.

· Highly intuitive with different behavioral concerns and strategies for addressing issues via customized lesson plans. Dedicated to cultivating orderly, calm and supportive environments to promote learning and adaptation.

· Adaptable Education Specialist with a wealth of experience working with learners with learning challenges. Successful at developing student-oriented curricula and spearheading budget friendly, innovative problem solving. Culturally sensitive and ensure that curriculum concepts are relevant to learners context.

· Effective at researching curriculum, locating NGOs and other business partners and coordinating the use of new educational materials.

· Good relationship-builder and organizational skills paired with a forward-thinking and hardworking mentality. Dedicated to maximizing the success of classroom instruction by using first-rate materials and teaching strategies.

· Results-driven Education Coordinator successful at managing all facets of education, including selecting materials, training teachers and planning activities. Excellent communication and planning skills with an adaptable approach to problem-solving. Prepared to offer my years' experience in the field to a challenging new role. Talented education administrator knowledgeable about recruiting, training and helping teachers deliver exceptional instruction. Bringing an in-depth understanding of student learning methods and effective instructional techniques.

· Dedicated Educator with extensive experience partnering with parents and ensuring success of students. Skilled at providing feedback on individual progress of students and discussing specific needs.

· Extensive knowledge of teaching English and excel in counseling learners and updating teaching procedures.

· Committed to mentoring students to enhance participation and increase overall success. Outgoing and friendly and enjoy working with the youth.

· Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges.

· Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills.

· Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Education Specialist and Deputy

CAFDA SCHOOL OF SKILLS, Cape town
Cape Town
01.2020 - Current
  • Educated parents on how to deal with learning barriers, mentor and supervisor to teachers, especially novice teachers and teacher assistants on how to work with our students, developing empathy, listening skills and have insights into learners' context. How to comply to school's expectations, be co-operative, assist in learning achievements, performance and classroom behaviours.
  • Implemented modern technology such as using computers and websites such as Kahoots and Duolingo to inspire learners and enhance understanding of concepts in a fun and creative way that is more appealing to our students. Adjusting the curriculum standards and creating tailor-made IEPs for students.

  • Defined district needs and goals to outline yearly budget and expenditures.
  • Designed detailed budget for [Timeframe] and outlined departmental plans to ensure adherence.

Ecoactive Co-ordinator, ? Literacy Support Co-ordinator

Cafda School of Skills
01.2020 - Current
  • With more than 15 years of teaching in LSEN, my on-the-job experience has afforded me a well-rounded skill set with pedagogical insights and knowledge of school of skills
  • As a highly skilled, and knowledgeable Education Specialist and Deputy
  • Principal at a school of skills, I have listed below my experience and skill set for
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  • English & PSW educator

Acting Deputy Principal, Literacy Support Co-ordinator, ? Co-ordinator of the Senior

BATAVIA SCHOOL, Farewell
Cape town
10.2017 - 12.2017
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  • Head of English ?

Character Building Co-ordinator

ROSMEAD CENTRAL PRIMARY
Cape town
01.1994 - 06.2003

English Teacher and School Counsellor

Spine Road High School
Cape town
01.1992 - 12.1993
  • Subjects: English (Home Lang.) to Grades 8 and 9
  • Duties: - Worked from pre-planned teaching schedules - Administering tests to monitor learners' progress
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  • Being aware and flexible to changes in the structure and outline of the English curriculum - Served as school counsellor

teacher

Dar Al Fikr School
Jeddah
01.2003
  • And completed a one year contract
  • In addition to these subjects, I was also responsible for the Essay Writing Workshop Course and served as a School
  • Counsellor to grades 8 and 9
  • During this period I also staged a drama production for the Junior School.

Deputy Principal

Western Cape
  • Female, 55
  • Nationality, : South Africa
  • Driving Licence: Issued in South Africa, Reporting to: )
  • Notice period: Upto 3 months
  • NOC Requirement: None
  • Preferred Locations: Jeddah
  • Salary Expectation: Not Specified/Negotiable
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  • Ref: LC781-3002 +27-829236470 nsaferdien@cafdasos.org.za

Building Co-ordinator

Character
  • Monitoring and evaluation of various school plans to enhance inclusive teaching and learning practices
  • Since learners experience mild to severe learning barriers (especially in numeracy and literacy) I have initiated various collaborative workshops where educators could merge curriculum content so that the content is relevant and interesting to the learners
  • Work closely with Departmental Heads and facilitate workshops with teaching staff, e.g
  • Collaborative strategies to merge and share the delivery of curriculum content between skills and academics
  • Monitor and review the different strategies employed at school to ensure optional functionality
  • I am responsible for overseeing the co-ordination of curriculum delivery and advisory support for the Skills and Academic Department
  • I ensure effective management and administration of examinations and other learner assessment programmes
  • I co-ordinate and facilitate INSET and professional development programmes that would address and support the challenges that educators face at a school of skill and locate various other training opportunities
  • Manage the budget, oversee all the procurements for the 6 Workshops/Skills departments as well as overseeing the inventory of Skills and Academics (LTSM)
  • I also sign off on all LTSM academic and skills requisitions and ensure that quarterly deadline dates are met in preparation for the next term
  • I ensured that teachers compile subject resource packs for learners
  • I ensure that the school facilities remain safe for students and check on maintenance of school grounds and equipment
  • I manage overall school discipline, head the disciplinary hearings and work within the framework of the school's code of conduct
  • I liaise closely with the school counsellor and refer learners to rehab and/or other behaviour modification programmes
  • I plan and oversee examinations, time table changes and ensure that learners are given the necessary additional support during assessments (scribes and readers)
  • I work closely with SGB regards to Discipline and Budgeting
  • I have weekly financial meetings with school bursar for requisition updates, job cards, and check that depts
  • Remain within budget
  • I assist with recruitment and selection of staff and the evaluation of teachers
  • I arrange staff development sessions, team building workshops and other relevant training programmes
  • SIAS - I am part of the Sifting Committee that deals with learners placed at the school and I am involved with the transfer of learners via the CEMIS system
  • I assist with the registration process and maintain up-to-date student cumulative records
  • I make sure that intervention records are kept for learner absenteeism
  • I am part of the Exit Committee and create job shadowing opportunities and help learners get work once they exit schools
  • I get motivational speakers to address learners on relevant topics and challenges
  • Co-ordinator of the QMS /IQMS programme
  • I serve on the SBST and initiate creative ideas to support our learners and help them develop and grow their confidence
  • I initiated and served as supervisor and mentor to Youth@work programme for new interns
  • Liaison officer with Steenberg SAPS on adopt-a-cop project to help with behavioural challenges
  • Additional Literacy Support
  • Provide a functional programme of additional literacy support for the learners
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  • And reach out to the school community and other organisations for extra support
  • Subject Head of Languages and review and implement new and different strategies to provide effective literacy support.

Senior English Teacher

English Dept. Head of Dept.
  • Specialising in Language, Literacy and Communication to Grades 7 and 6
  • Grade 7 Arts and Culture
  • Grades 7 Life Skills
  • Planning lessons which satisfy the national core syllabus for the relevant age groups
  • Improving English of mother-tongue Xhosa-speaking learners
  • Accomodating learners entering a multi-lingual classroom
  • Participating in various workshops dealing with communication skills and language barriers
  • Adopting an integrated approach, in which the division of the subject into separate components is understated
  • Providing also a contextual approach, which encourages the teaching of grammar but within the context of prose or poetry
  • EXTRA-MURAL ACTIVITIES
  • I served as:
  • Chairperson of The Rosmead Drama Society: -Initiated the project to get our Xhosa learners to do English in a fun and active environment -Conduct weekly drama workshops -Employed a specialist Drama teacher to assist me with the Drama -Negotiate funds from the Western Cape Cultural Commission for productions and excursions
  • Chief Editor of the school's quarterly newsletter - Rosmead Chatterbox
  • Member of the School's Disciplinary Committee
  • Tuckshop Convenor: -Initiated Tuckshop project at school from classroom selling to fully operational tuckshop secured in outbuilding on premises -Purchasing of stock -Accountable for finance and share signing authority

Education

PGCE - Management

University of Cape Town
12.2013

HDE- higher diploma - History and Psychology

University of Western Cape Western
12.1991

Bachelor(BSc/BA) - History and Psychology

University of Western Cape Western
12.1990

Skills

  • Common Core Knowledge
  • Community Advocate
  • Understanding and teaching experience in Inclusivity and Special Needs
  • Inclusive Classroom Expert
  • Leadership Trained
  • Budgeting Understanding
  • Activity Planning
  • Classroom Administration
  • Database Management
  • Curriculum Coordination
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Testing Procedures
  • Staff Training
  • Teacher Training
  • Curriculum Planning
  • Lesson Planning
  • Quizzes, Tests, and Exams
  • Special Education
  • Relationship Building
  • Behavior Modification Techniques
  • Experiential Learning
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Test Proctoring
  • Learning Assessments
  • Team Collaboration
  • Classroom Technology Implementation
  • Creative Instruction Style
  • Effective Listening
  • Safety Protocols
  • SMART Board
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Tutoring and Coaching
  • Creative and Resourceful
  • Cognitive and Behavioral Development
  • Student Engagement
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Assignment Grading
  • Problem-Solving
  • Classroom Safety Practices
  • South Africa Teaching Certification, also experience in American Curriculum when teaching overseas, Saudi Arabia
  • Parent Communication
  • Analytical Decision Making
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Interpersonal and Social Skills
  • Student Support
  • Core Curriculum and Standards
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Curriculum Development
  • Positive Student Engagement
  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Special Needs Students
  • Schedule Management
  • Language Fluency (English)

Certification

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Timeline

Education Specialist and Deputy

CAFDA SCHOOL OF SKILLS, Cape town
01.2020 - Current

Ecoactive Co-ordinator, ? Literacy Support Co-ordinator

Cafda School of Skills
01.2020 - Current

Acting Deputy Principal, Literacy Support Co-ordinator, ? Co-ordinator of the Senior

BATAVIA SCHOOL, Farewell
10.2017 - 12.2017

teacher

Dar Al Fikr School
01.2003

Character Building Co-ordinator

ROSMEAD CENTRAL PRIMARY
01.1994 - 06.2003

English Teacher and School Counsellor

Spine Road High School
01.1992 - 12.1993

Deputy Principal

Western Cape

Building Co-ordinator

Character

Senior English Teacher

English Dept. Head of Dept.

PGCE - Management

University of Cape Town

HDE- higher diploma - History and Psychology

University of Western Cape Western

Bachelor(BSc/BA) - History and Psychology

University of Western Cape Western

Languages

  • English Fluent
  • Languages

  • English Fluent
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