PONTSHO BOLOFO
Educator
Vanderbijlpark
Summary
I am a qualified and SACE-registered educator with a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), majoring in English Home Language for Senior and FET Phase. I am passionate about language education, learner development, and fostering a positive learning environment. Through school-based practicals, I have gained teaching experience and knowledge on classroom management, effective lesson planning, and the facilitation of extra-mural activities, such as debate and soccer. I also have experience in been an administrator, with excellent interpersonal, organizational, and computer literacy skills.
My objective is to obtain a teaching position in a progressive and learner-centered school where I can apply my training in English Home Language, contribute meaningfully to academic and extracurricular programs, and continue growing professionally in the field of education.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4042
4042
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teaching Practical
Suiderlig High School
01.2024
- Delivered English Home Language lessons
- Conducted classroom management and learner support
- Participated in staff meetings
- Performed invigilation and gate/tuck shop duties
- Assisted with school events and learner supervision
Teaching Practical
Carel de Wet High School
01.2023
- Developed and presented English HL lesson plans
- Assisted with assessments and learner feedback
- Participated in extra mural activities being soccer & Debate
- Carried out administrative tasks and daily classroom routines
- Maintained discipline and promoted learner engagement
Insurance Administrator
Resolute Capital Advisory
10.2022 - 12.2023
Insurance Administrator
Cratos Life
01.2018 - 01.2022
Receptionist
Cratos Life
09.2017 - 12.2017
Library Assistant
UFS (Bloemfontein)
02.2016 - 12.2016
Student Assistant – Finance
UFS (QwaQwa)
01.2015 - 01.2016
Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - English Home Language (Senior & FET Phase)
STADIO Higher Education
BA Degree - Industrial Psychology
University of the Free State
BCom Honours (Incomplete) - Industrial Psychology
University of The Free State
National Senior Certificate - Matric
Reahola Secondary School
Skills
- Teaching & Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- English Language Proficiency
- Administration & Reporting
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook)
- Interpersonal & Communication Skills
- Team Collaboration & Initiative
- Extracurricular Engagement (Debate, Soccer)
References
Available on request
Awards
Member of the Golden Key International Honour Society, 2014, Best Overall Performer in Public Management, UFS 2014, Best Role Model Award, Tshimolohong Residence, UFS QwaQwa
Timeline
Teaching Practical
Suiderlig High School
01.2024
Teaching Practical
Carel de Wet High School
01.2023
Insurance Administrator
Resolute Capital Advisory
10.2022 - 12.2023
Insurance Administrator
Cratos Life
01.2018 - 01.2022
Receptionist
Cratos Life
09.2017 - 12.2017
Library Assistant
UFS (Bloemfontein)
02.2016 - 12.2016
Student Assistant – Finance
UFS (QwaQwa)
01.2015 - 01.2016
BA Degree - Industrial Psychology
University of the Free State
National Senior Certificate - Matric
Reahola Secondary School
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - English Home Language (Senior & FET Phase)
STADIO Higher Education
BCom Honours (Incomplete) - Industrial Psychology
University of The Free State
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