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Nokuzola Nyembezi

Specialist Educator - Head Of Department
Umhlanga

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive experience in leadership, team management, and strategic planning, complemented by a strong background in education and French language. Having held senior roles including Head of Grade, Head of Girls’ Boarding, and Head of French Department, I excel at overseeing complex operations, mentoring teams, and fostering environments that encourage personal growth, collaboration, and excellence. Fluent in French and culturally aware, I bring a global perspective to problem-solving, communication, and relationship-building. Passionate about driving results and creating positive, high-performing communities, I combine vision, organizational skill, and interpersonal expertise to deliver meaningful impact.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language

Work History

Head of Grade

Reddam House Umhlanga
01.2025 - Current
  • Oversaw the academic progress, discipline, and overall well-being of students across the grade.
  • Acted as the primary liaison between staff, students, and parents, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
  • Provided pastoral care, guidance, and mentoring to support students’ personal and social development.
  • Led grade-level meetings with staff and students to address challenges, celebrate achievements, and foster unity.
  • Monitored student performance data and implemented strategies for academic improvement.
  • Coordinated events, programs, and initiatives to enhance school culture and student engagement.
  • Supported teachers with classroom management, curriculum delivery, and student interventions.
  • Dealt with disciplinary matters fairly and consistently while promoting a positive and respectful school environment.
  • Implemented policies and procedures aligned with the school’s vision and values.
  • Contributed to strategic planning and whole-school development initiatives.

Assistant Head of Girls Boarding

01.2023 - Current
  • Make sure the students' well-being is well looked after Organize Social Events.
  • Work with Management to ensure the efficient running of the boarding.
  • Pastoral care of students and mentorship.

Head of French Department

Reddam House Umhlanga
07.2021 - Current
  • Curriculum Design: Develop engaging French language curriculum in line with standards.
  • Administrative Leadership: Manage department tasks, including budgeting and scheduling.
  • Student Assessment: Monitor and assess French student progress, providing timely interventions and feedback.
  • Student teaching: Facilitated classes for students learning French in High School.

Junior Lecturer

University of Pretoria
03.2020 - 01.2021
  • Delivering lectures, conducting tutorials, and facilitating discussions.
  • Setting assessments for students.
  • Online teaching and lecturing on google classroom and blackboard learn.

Education

French Modern languages

University of Pretoria
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - French and Criminology

University of Pretoria
04.2001 -

Skills

Friendly, positive attitude

Teamwork and collaboration

Computer skills

Customer service

Problem-solving

Team management

Microsoft Word

Dependable and responsible

Verbal communication

Excellent communication

Time management

Websites

Certification

SACE, TES courses

Awards

Awards/Activities: Golden Key Member 2016

Accomplishments

Golden Key Member 2017

SACE Registered

TES Safeguarding certified


Timeline

Head of Grade

Reddam House Umhlanga
01.2025 - Current

Assistant Head of Girls Boarding

01.2023 - Current

Head of French Department

Reddam House Umhlanga
07.2021 - Current

Junior Lecturer

University of Pretoria
03.2020 - 01.2021

French Modern languages

University of Pretoria
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - French and Criminology

University of Pretoria
04.2001 -

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