Talented Instructor effectively facilitates learning for students of all ages by providing engaging, relevant instruction. Adapts teaching methods and instructional materials based on varying needs, abilities and interests of students. Proficient in crafting lesson plans with clear objectives easily communicated to students.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Playball instructor
Mariette Dreyer
01.2021 - 05.2023
Coaching children to engage confidently in a wide range of sports skills preparing them for years of positive and competent sport participation
Creating a learning environment which boosts self-esteem and confidence
Coaching programs for boys and girls of all abilities and age groups
Classes varied from 3 children to big groups of 30 children per group
Coaching programs that are age specific, offering each group a different sporting experience
Coaching playball classes that are presented in a fun, structured and active way to engage children
Creating interactive videos for Playball Jeffreys Bay and Humansdorp during the Covid pandemic
Kindergarten Teacher
Omega Academy Private Christian School
01.2018 - 12.2019
Grade RR and Gr
R teacher
Implemented hands-on play-based strategies for experiential learning
Developed professional relationship with parents and teachers
Encouraged children to be understanding to others, show good manners and instructed in other social behaviors
Created and implemented developmentally appropriate work addressing learning styles
Collaborated with colleagues on development of new classroom projects and monthly themes
Administered and documented results of student assessments
Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies
Distributed quarterly progress assessments and milestones reports to each parent
Increased teaching academic performance by diversifying teaching techniques
Taught Children foundation skills in colors, shapes and letters
Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development
Stuck to daily routines to help children feel comfortable and promote development
Openly exchanged ideas and materials with coworkers
Promoted good behaviors by implementing positive reinforcement
Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes
Fostered language development, comprehension and vocabulary using tradition poems, nursery rhymes and riddles
Committed to providing spiritual education for youth
Skillful planning and coordinating spiritual growth activities and guiding children in completing projects and activities
Physical education for GR
RR -GR
3: Planning fun and structured physical activities to stimulate the brain to be more focused in class, stimulating the number as well as creative side of the brain
Encouraged early learning development within math, English and creativity through stories, songs and games
Invented and produced creative visual aids and resources to assist in teaching curriculum
Kept age-appropriate resources readily available to enhance children's learning and discovery
Encouraged children to develop key life skills through ongoing motivation and positive reinforcement
Part time teacher
Omega Academy Private Christian School
08.2008 - 06.2012
Part time teacher at Omega Academy
(Private Christian School)
2008 Subjects: Natural Science Gr7-9, Mathematic Gr 7-9, Bible Gr. 7-9
2009 Subjects: Mathematics Gr.7-9, Christian Life Orientation including practical fitness sessions Gr 7-9, Technology Gr 7-9
Taught students cognitive, linguistic and emotional development to promote well-roundedness
Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects to achieve universal success
Accepted coaching from fellow teachers and administrators to improve teaching quality
Maintained trusting student relationships by providing both educational and emotional support to students
2010-2012 Subjects:
Biology Gr 7,8,10, Technology Gr 7,8, Christian Life Orientation including practical fitness sessions Gr.10-12
Providing creative solutions and challenging problems, both in the classroom and beyond
Experience in crafting lesson plans and feedback uniquely tailored to each student
Collaborated with staff and faculty to organize school events and fundraisers
Facilitated parent-teacher conferences and maintained regular communication with parents
Encouraged critical thinking and high-level reasoning skills in students
Implemented differentiated teaching strategies to accommodate students with varied abilities and needs
Coordinated extracurricular activities and led the sport programs
Created positive environment promoting student engagement and participation
Private Tennis coach
Self-employed
01.2007 - 05.2012
Teaching fundamental skills to prepare for competitions
Helping tennis players at varying levels improve and succeed in achieving their personal goals
Organize and conduct tennis lessons
Improving form, techniques and stamina
Encourage and motivate players to fulfill their potential and develop a sportsmanlike mindset and team spirit
Working with individuals as well as big groups
Biggest group of 120 pupils in university, organizing and planning sessions, instructing assistant coaches on preparing and instructing lessons under my supervision
Instructing techniques: Forehand, backhand and serve
Private swimming coach
Self-employed
01.2008 - 12.2011
Conducted warm-up and stretching exercises to prepare students for training
Evaluated capabilities and progress of students to modify and customize teaching methods
Maintained daily records of achievements, communicating results to parents and guardians following lesson
Scheduled daily and weekly lessons to meet needs and availability of students
Diligently supervised pool users, maintaining safety and welfare in accordance with strict operating procedures
Stored and cleaned equipment after lessons to maintain cleanliness and health and safety compliance
Designed program and lessons to follow teaching structure, providing positive reinforcement
Taught butterfly, breaststroke and freestyle to provide variety of swimming techniques to students
Observed and identified actions of students to provide correction and improvement
Performed different levels of swimming training to meet beginner and advance needs of students
Attended training sessions per month to enhance skills and maintain highest levels of safety
Performed safety water drills to prepare students for evacuation and response to natural disasters
Education
Human Movement Science - Sport Science
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
Eastern Cape
04.2001 -
Skills
Class instruction
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Playball instructor
Mariette Dreyer
01.2021 - 05.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
Omega Academy Private Christian School
01.2018 - 12.2019
Part time teacher
Omega Academy Private Christian School
08.2008 - 06.2012
Private swimming coach
Self-employed
01.2008 - 12.2011
Private Tennis coach
Self-employed
01.2007 - 05.2012
Human Movement Science - Sport Science
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
04.2001 -
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