Reana Koch
5 Helen Joseph Middelburg
Summary
Enthusiastic individual with hands-on experience in classroom management and team collaboration, effectively motivating students to achieve their potential. Proven ability to establish clear expectations and maintain a positive atmosphere, while demonstrating adaptability and strong communication skills in various roles. Actively participates in team sports coaching, illustrating a strong work ethic and an initiative to engage with diverse groups.
Overview
2
2
Languages
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
Laerskool Dennesig
Middelburg, South Africa
01.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented innovative social science curriculum, enhancing student engagement and understanding.
- Developed lesson plans following government curriculums and exam syllabi.
- Implemented classroom management techniques effectively, creating a positive and focused learning environment.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Maintained trusting student relationships by providing both educational and emotional support to students.
- Assessed student progress through assignments and exams, providing constructive feedback to support academic growth.
- Utilised multimedia resources effectively to provide diverse learning experiences in social science subjects.
- Taught lessons using podcasts, interactive whiteboards and informative videos to accommodate different learning styles.
- Conducted parent-teacher meetings, communicating student progress and addressing concerns collaboratively.
- Coached netball for under 10 players, focusing on skill development and teamwork in practice sessions.
- Coached shot put athletes, improving their technique and performance during training sessions.
- Coached mini hockey, instructing young athletes on basic skills and teamwork during practices.
- Officiated netball games, ensuring fair play and adherence to rules during competitions.
Student Teacher
Laerskool Kragbron
Witbank, South Africa
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Motivated students to achieve maximum potential through ongoing encouragement and support, boosting academic performance.
- Supervised classroom activities, ensuring students remained focused and engaged.
- Managed classroom behaviour by establishing clear rules and expectations, maintaining a positive and productive learning atmosphere.
- Assigned and graded class work, homework and tests to further assess student progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Assessed student performance and progress in physical skills, understanding of game rules, and sportsmanship qualities, providing constructive feedback.
- Helped students reach full potential in PE activities by celebrating successes and providing ongoing encouragement.
- Coached netball teams for under 10 and under 11 age groups, focusing on skill development and teamwork.
- Helped players overcome skill barriers through assessments and goal setting.
- Build athlete confidence through motivation and encouragement strategies.
- Evaluated progress and implemented training to enhance performance.
- Set clear rules for team sportsmanship and implemented consequences for breaches impacting team profile or game success.
- Officiated netball matches, ensuring adherence to rules and maintaining fair play among players.
- Coached javelin athletes, providing instruction on technique and performance improvement during training sessions.
- Coached shot put athletes, emphasising technique and strength training to enhance performance.
Education
BED Intermediate Phase - Teaching.
UNISA
South Africa01-2027
Matric - Matric
HTS Middelburg
Middelburg01-2022
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Interactive teaching
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- Parent communication
- Team collaboration
- First aid level 2
- Provincial D netball umpire
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Afrikaans
Proficient
C2
Hobbies and interests
- Netball.
- Hockey.
References
Laerskool Kragbron.
- Jan Viljoen: 083 800 4989 (Acting principal.)
Laerskool Dennesig.
- Werner du Preez: 081 010 6214 (Principal.)
- Christel Barnard: 082 577 6175 (HOD)
Timeline
Student Teacher
Laerskool Dennesig
01.2025 - Current
Student Teacher
Laerskool Kragbron
01.2023 - 12.2024
BED Intermediate Phase - Teaching.
UNISA
Matric - Matric
HTS Middelburg