Noel Cecil Syfers
Educator
Summary
Enthusiastic Deputy Principal 6-year history of supporting academic, extra-curricular and administration functions. Motivated to improve relationships among staff, learners and administrators. Personable and outgoing with skill in building rapport with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Post Level 3 - Deputy Principal
EC Department of Education - Andrew Rabie H/S
11.2021 - Current
- Served as a positive role model and leader within the school community, fostering an environment of respect, trust, and support among all stakeholders.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive learning environment by addressing student needs, both academically and emotionally.
- Enhanced school performance by implementing data-driven instructional strategies and collaborating with teachers to improve lesson plans.
- Assisted in hiring new members of staff who were dedicated to excellence in teaching and committed to learner success.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Supervised afterschool program to promote student growth and maintain safety for all attendees.
Post Level 2 - Departmental Head
EC Department of Education - Lawson Brown H/S
07.2017 - 10.2021
- Provided professional support in a dynamic work environment.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Post Level 1- Teacher
EC Department of Education - Lawson Brown H/S
01.2010 - 06.2017
- Assessed learner performance regularly using both formal and informal assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Collaborated with teachers ensuring optimal progress.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Education
Honors Degree - Whole School Management - Education Administration- Whole School Management
Nelson Mandela University
Gqeberha 04.2001 -
BEd FET - Education- Biology And Business Management
Nelson Mandela University
Gqeberha 04.2001 -
Hoerskool Framesby
Gqeberha 04.2001 -
Skills
Strategic and Instructional Leadership
Staff Management
Academic administration
Organizational Management
Critical Thinking
Decision-Making
Problem-solving abilities
Learner Discipline
Policy and procedure development
Microsoft Office
Parent Meetings
Accomplishments
- Awarded "Golden Key Award" in 2009.
- Enhanced German Exchange Program in 2019.
- Enlisted parents and community support in fundraising initiatives to improve our school.
- Managed school operations for 630 learners.
Affiliations
Union Representative - SAOU (2018 - Present)
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Xhosa
Beginner (A1)
Interests
Motivational Leadership
Playing guitar
I believe the best way to learn and grow is to operate outside of your comfort zone. During the Covid-19 pandemic, I managed to teach myself how to play the guitar.
Timeline
Post Level 3 - Deputy Principal
EC Department of Education - Andrew Rabie H/S
11.2021 - Current
Post Level 2 - Departmental Head
EC Department of Education - Lawson Brown H/S
07.2017 - 10.2021
Post Level 1- Teacher
EC Department of Education - Lawson Brown H/S
01.2010 - 06.2017
Honors Degree - Whole School Management - Education Administration- Whole School Management
Nelson Mandela University
04.2001 -
BEd FET - Education- Biology And Business Management
Nelson Mandela University
04.2001 -
Hoerskool Framesby
04.2001 -
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