Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Software
Certification
Interests
Reading, Literature, Journaling, Gardening, Sports, Volunteering, Writing and Photography.
Timeline
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Nothando Precious Mhlongo

Nothando Precious Mhlongo

English Teacher
03 Pigeon Wood, Arboretum Suburbs, Richards Bay

Summary

Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. A skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards. A motivated English Teacher with 10 years of experience in delivering engaging lessons to students and helping attain strong understanding of English language. Proficient in fostering creative environment, designing lesson plans and assessing student progress. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level online tutor/educator position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

English Teacher

Department of Education
Richards Bay
02.2023 - Current
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
  • Coordinated activities to encourage interest in reading.
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
  • Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes from grade 10-12.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.

Girls Soccer Coach

King Cetshwayo District
Richards Bay
01.2017 - Current
  • Instructed youth in fundamental strategies and physical training for individual and team success.
  • Followed and enforced training and conduct rules by following due process procedures for violations.
  • Displayed and taught self-discipline, self-confidence and good sportsmanship.
  • Built relationships with youth soccer players and family members.
  • Promoted love of game by assisting players with understanding positioning, play techniques, and teamwork strategies.
  • Taught soccer techniques and gave players directions by adapting to changing game situations.
  • Improved player behavior through modeling and disciplinary interventions.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.

Lutheran Church Treasurer

ELSCA Lutheran Church
Eshowe
12.2018 - 12.2020
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.

Debate Co Ordinator

Department of Transport
Richards Bay
08.2018 - 11.2020
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.

Tourism Officer

Land Lovers Safari
Richards Bay
06.2012 - 12.2012
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development.

Education

High School Diploma -

Eshowe High School
Eshowe
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Tourism

University of Zululand
Richards Bay
01.2009 - 12.2011

Skills

    Tailoring Curriculum Plans

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Accomplishments

  • Achieved Provincial Recognition through effectively helping with Debate Co ordination.
  • Supervised a team of Debaters.
  • Recognized as a Top Achiever Educator for English Language at the District Level in 2021.

Affiliations

Tholokuhle High School

Head of Subject

2020-2022

Recorded meeting minutes

Managed meeting minute dispersal

Lead Fundraising drive-2022


Pet Rescue

Volunteer: 2018-2019

Walked and groomed dogs

Managed adoption paperwork

Software

Microsoft, Excel and Power point

Certification

Matric Certificate

Interests

Communication, Leadership, Classroom Management, Gardening and Reading

Reading, Literature, Journaling, Gardening, Sports, Volunteering, Writing and Photography.

Languages

Learning languages makes my communication goodand i become more tolerant of people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.

Gardening

Working outside with my hands is quite therapeutic. It helps me to become more mindful and present in my life. It is an activity i can share with my learners. 

Reading

Reading helps me to gain new knowledge. I have became a voracious reader which diminishes the possibility of teaching my learners wrong or outdated information.

Sports

Sports has helped me bond better with my students. It also opened up opportunities for me to be a mentor and a counsellor.

Volunteering

Volunteering has helped me make connections. i get to meet diverse groups of people and get to exchange ideas. 

Timeline

English Teacher

Department of Education
02.2023 - Current

Lutheran Church Treasurer

ELSCA Lutheran Church
12.2018 - 12.2020

Debate Co Ordinator

Department of Transport
08.2018 - 11.2020

Girls Soccer Coach

King Cetshwayo District
01.2017 - Current

Tourism Officer

Land Lovers Safari
06.2012 - 12.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Tourism

University of Zululand
01.2009 - 12.2011

High School Diploma -

Eshowe High School
04.2001 -
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