Nomahlubi Sitsha
Centurion
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at UNISA, excelling in curriculum design and online learning facilitation. Proven track record in enhancing student engagement and providing exceptional support. Skilled in assessment methods and quality assurance, fostering academic success through innovative teaching strategies and collaborative problem-solving. Committed to continuous professional development and impactful research initiatives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lecturer
UNISA
04.2023 - Current
- Design, teach, and revise modules aligned with UNISA's Open Distance Learning model.
- Compile and ensure the quality of tutorial letters to meet academic standards.
- Conduct formative and summative assessments to evaluate student performance.
- Provide comprehensive student support and consultations to address academic needs.
- Engage in research, academic leadership, and community outreach initiatives.
- Collaborate with faculty on curriculum design, digitalisation projects, and postgraduate supervision.
- Utilise diverse teaching methods, including lectures, presentations, and interactive activities.
- Maintain professional development by attending conferences and workshops focused on teaching methodologies.
Marker: Educator as an Assessor
UNISA
07.2021 - 03.2023
- Marked student assignments using standardised rubrics.
- Provided clear, constructive academic feedback.
- Ensured marking was completed accurately and in a timely manner to support student progress.
- Aligned marking practices with UNISA’s quality assurance standards.
- Participated in moderation and standardisation processes.
E-Tutor: Educator as an Assessor
UNISA
10.2019 - 03.2023
- Facilitated online learning via UNISA’s myModules platform to enhance educational accessibility.
- Engaged students through discussion forums, announcements, and academic support for improved interaction.
- Provided regular feedback and clarified module content to support formative learning.
- Monitored student participation and identified at-risk individuals for timely intervention.
- Encouraged independent learning and critical engagement with course materials to foster deeper understanding.
- Attended training sessions, enhancing tutoring practices and techniques.
- Facilitated group discussions among learners in order to foster collaborative problem-solving skills.
Teacher (English, LO, Business Studies)
Loreto Convent School
01.2017 - 02.2023
- Designed and delivered CAPS-aligned lesson plans for English, Life Orientation, and Business Studies.
- Facilitated learner engagement through differentiated instruction and active learning strategies.
- Provided academic support and pastoral care to diverse learners.
- Participated in school-based assessment processes and internal moderation activities.
- Contributed to planning of school events, parent meetings, and departmental initiatives.
PIRLS Scorer
Centre For Evaluation and Assessment
Pretoria
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Score open-ended responses using the PIRLS coding manual and scoring rubrics.
- Ensure scoring reliability and validity by attending training sessions and passing qualification tests.
- Participate in consensus meetings to standardise understanding of scoring rules.
- Maintain confidentiality of student responses and assessment materials.
- Meet daily/weekly scoring targets as per project deadlines.
- Report anomalies or uncertainties to the scoring supervisor for resolution.
Business Studies External Moderator
Department of Basic Education
Pretoria
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Reviewed NSC examination question papers and marking guidelines to ensure alignment with CAPS and national standards.
- Moderated school-based assessment (SBA) tasks and learner evidence for quality, fairness, and consistency.
- Ensured assessment items reflected appropriate cognitive demand and content coverage.
- Provided feedback on assessment design, marking, and internal moderation to provincial officials.
- Conducted moderation of marked NSC scripts to verify marking accuracy and standardisation.
Research Assistant
University of Pretoria
Pretoria
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Performed primary and secondary research to gather relevant information for project development.
- Drafted manuscripts submitted to peer-reviewed journals.
- Engaged in team meetings to discuss project progress and generate future ideas.
- Collaborated with researchers to design studies, methods, and data collection tools.
PIRLS Fieldworker and Scorer
Centre For Evaluation and Assessment
Pretoria
03.2015 - 12.2015
- Visit assigned schools to administer PIRLS assessments.
- Follow standardised protocols for test administration as outlined in PIRLS manuals.
- Distribute and collect test materials securely and in an orderly fashion.
- Ensure proper seating, timing, and monitoring of learners during the test.
- Complete administrative documentation such as attendance sheets, checklists, and incident reports.
- Maintain security and confidentiality of all assessment materials and data.
- Return completed test booklets and materials to the central office or scoring centre promptly.
Education
DEd (Curriculum Studies) -
UNISA
09.2025
Master of Education - Assessment And Quality Assurance in Education
University of Pretoria
04-2019
BEd Honours - Assessment And Quality Assurance in Education
University of Pretoria
04-2016
BEd FET General - English & Business Studies
University of Pretoria
04-2015
Skills
- Assessment in Education
- Curriculum Studies
- Open Distance E-Learning Pedagogy
- Differentiated instruction
- Quality Assurance in Education
- Student engagement
- Research and writing
- Student support
Certification
Assessor Training Programme – Conduct Outcomes-Based Assessments, E11621, 03/25, 115753, 5, 15
Accomplishments
- Chairperson, Hatfield Studios, 2015
- Residence Facilitator, Women in Leadership Academy, 2016
- Research roles, Funda Wande, CEA, READ Educational Trust
Research And Curriculum Development
- Content Developer, Unisa Open School: Grade 10 Life Orientation, 2024
- Contributor, SADC-CDE: Regional Authentic Assessment Framework, 2024
- Team Member, PGDip in Teaching and Learning, 2025
Professional Memberships
- Golden Key International Honour Society, Member since 2014
- South African Council for Educators (SACE), Registered Educator since 2015
- International Council for Open and Distance Education (ICDE), Member since 2023
Academic Citizenship
- Acting Chair, Student Support, Department of Curriculum and Instructional Studies, 2024 - Present
- Member, CEDU Digitalisation Project Team, 2023 - Present
- Member, Searchlight Research Support Programme, 2024
- External Teaching Practice Assessor, STADIO, 2024
Postgraduate Supervision
- Co-Supervisor, MEd Curriculum Studies, Miss T Jenya, Practical subjects in FET curriculum, 2025
- Co-Supervisor, MEd Curriculum Studies, Miss N Mdladla, Teaching reading to EAL learners, 2025
Community Service
- Project Successor & Leader, CN5600: School Management Teams as Instructional Leaders in Curriculum Delivery, 2023 - Present
- Committee Member, Internal Engaged Scholarship Committee, CEDU, 2024 - Present
References
Prof. PK Mudau, Chair of the Department, UNISA
- Email: mudaupk@unisa.ac.za
- Phone: 012 429 8898
Prof. AS Mawela, Mentor, UNISA
- Email: mawelas@unisa.ac.za
- Phone: 012 429 4381
Prof. C. Combrinck, Masters Supervisor, University of Pretoria
- Email: Celeste.Combrinck@up.ac.za
- Phone: 084 342 3372
Timeline
Lecturer
UNISA
04.2023 - Current
PIRLS Scorer
Centre For Evaluation and Assessment
11.2021 - 12.2021
Marker: Educator as an Assessor
UNISA
07.2021 - 03.2023
Business Studies External Moderator
Department of Basic Education
01.2021 - 12.2021
Research Assistant
University of Pretoria
07.2020 - 12.2020
E-Tutor: Educator as an Assessor
UNISA
10.2019 - 03.2023
Teacher (English, LO, Business Studies)
Loreto Convent School
01.2017 - 02.2023
PIRLS Fieldworker and Scorer
Centre For Evaluation and Assessment
03.2015 - 12.2015
DEd (Curriculum Studies) -
UNISA
Master of Education - Assessment And Quality Assurance in Education
University of Pretoria
BEd Honours - Assessment And Quality Assurance in Education
University of Pretoria
BEd FET General - English & Business Studies
University of Pretoria
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