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Ninon Louw

Educator
Kirkwood QLD,Australia

Summary

I am innovative, patient and flexible, with a passion for art and teaching. I am an excellent communicator, have a zest for learning and an ability to adapt. I play an active role in developing contemporary and relevant Visual Art and Design content for theory and practical work. I thrive in an environment of collaboration and finding solutions to education-centered problems.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Design and Visual Art teacher

Peter Clarke Art Centre
Cape Town, South Africa
2018.01 - 2023.12

Teaching and curriculum design for Visual Art, Gr 7-9 and Design Gr 10-12. Head of the Design department Gr 10-12 (2022-2023)

Roles and responsibilities:

  • Teaching and curriculum design of theory and practical lesson plans. Setting and marking of test and exam papers, homework and written or practical assignments.
  • Plan and administer on learners' academic progress.
  • When needed, prepare lessons and teach Visual Art Gr 10-12
  • Classroom management that stimulates positive learning.
  • Share in responsibilities of organising school related extra and co-curricular activities such as exhibitions, fundraising events, teacher workshops.
  • Setting up art exhibitions throughout the year.
  • Advise the principal on the division of work among staff in the Design Department.
  • Management and planning of art materials, textbooks and design related equipment.
  • Act on behalf of the principal and deputy principal during their absence from school.

National Senior Certificate Exam (Gr 12) Marker

Western Cape Education Department
Cape Town, South Africa
2023.10 - 2023.12

Provincial marker for Design Theory paper, 2020-2023

Provincial marker for Design Practical paper. 2020, 2023

Visual Art teacher

J G Meiring High School
Cape Town
2016.08 - 2017.12

Roles and responsibilities:

  • Teaching and curriculum design for Visual Art Gr 8-12 (Practical and theory)
  • Subject head of Visual Arts department
  • Setting and marking Visual Art assignments, tests and exams
  • Implementing effective classroom management and maintaining a well-structured, positive learning environment.
  • Initiated the Art and Drama Club
  • Initiated end of term art exhibitions for Gr 8-11

Primary Visual Art teacher

Children's Art Centre
Cape Town
2016.06 - 2016.08
  • Teaching Visual Art to Gr R-2

Shop manager

Afraid of Mice vintage boutique
Cape Town, South Africa
2014.04 - 2016.08
  • Coordinating work shifts
  • Merchandising
  • Conceptualising and creating window displays
  • Managing social media account

Owner and designer

Ninon Shoes
Cape Town, South Africa
2007.01 - 2014.12
  • Design of colourful and stylish hand made mens and ladies shoes
  • Manage production of shoes.
  • Stocked boutique shops and sold at local markets.

Accessory designer

Naartjie Clothing
Cape Town, South Africa
2006.01 - 2006.12

Girls sample clothing designer

Cadema Industries
Cape Town, South Africa
2005.01 - 2005.12

Education

Strategic Implementation of ITC Integration in Education - Education

Witwatersrand University
South Africa
2015.03 - 2015.05

Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Secondary school Visual Art and Design

Cape Town University of Technology
South Africa
2014.01 - 2015.12

Btech Textile Design and Technology - Design

Cape Town University of Technology
South Africa
2004.01 - 2005.12

National Diploma Textile Design and Technology - Design

Cape Town University of Technology
South Africa
2000.01 - 2003.12

Matriculation -

St Cyprian's Diocesan School for Girls
South Africa
1992.01 - 1997.12

Personal Information

Date of birth: 02/16/1979

Age: 45

Nationality: South Africa

Australian Visa: Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) (subclass
491)

Registered with Queensland College of Teachers

Languages

English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Native

Timeline

National Senior Certificate Exam (Gr 12) Marker

Western Cape Education Department
2023.10 - 2023.12

Design and Visual Art teacher

Peter Clarke Art Centre
2018.01 - 2023.12

Visual Art teacher

J G Meiring High School
2016.08 - 2017.12

Primary Visual Art teacher

Children's Art Centre
2016.06 - 2016.08

Strategic Implementation of ITC Integration in Education - Education

Witwatersrand University
2015.03 - 2015.05

Shop manager

Afraid of Mice vintage boutique
2014.04 - 2016.08

Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Secondary school Visual Art and Design

Cape Town University of Technology
2014.01 - 2015.12

Owner and designer

Ninon Shoes
2007.01 - 2014.12

Accessory designer

Naartjie Clothing
2006.01 - 2006.12

Girls sample clothing designer

Cadema Industries
2005.01 - 2005.12

Btech Textile Design and Technology - Design

Cape Town University of Technology
2004.01 - 2005.12

National Diploma Textile Design and Technology - Design

Cape Town University of Technology
2000.01 - 2003.12

Matriculation -

St Cyprian's Diocesan School for Girls
1992.01 - 1997.12
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