Samukelisiwe Nokubongwa Mvelase
Pietermaritzburg
Summary
A dynamic educator with a proven track record at Paedeplus Pohang Namgu Branch, specializing in curriculum development and learner motivation. Expertise in integrating classroom technology and innovative teaching strategies has significantly boosted student engagement and academic performance. Skills in fostering self-confidence and effective communication complement exceptional adaptability and organizational abilities. Committed to enhancing educational outcomes through continuous improvement and student-centered approaches.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher
Paedeplus Pohang Namgu Branch
12.2023 - 12.2024
- Enhanced classroom safety and cleanliness to support diverse needs.
- Customized lesson plans to address varying skill levels and interests.
- Facilitated student engagement with verbal and written responses to improve reading comprehension.
- Incorporated technology to enhance engagement in educational settings.
- Delivered consistent grammar instructions to ensure comprehension of concepts.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to enhance student involvement in developing language skills.
Teacher Assistant and part-time IsiZulu Teacher
Athlone Primary School
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
English, Tourism, and Social Sciences Teacher
Asande Senior Secondary School
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Engaged in training sessions to stay updated on curriculum advancements.
- Coordinated with the team to create interdisciplinary lesson plans.
- Facilitated high levels of student achievement amidst diverse student demographics.
- Fostered a structured and secure classroom environment to enhance student engagement.
Teacher Assistant
Slangspruit Primary School
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Explained class procedures, school policies, and important dates.
- Participated in parent conferences when requested by the teacher.
- Assisted in developing individual education plans for special needs students.
- Compiled resources such as books, videos, and charts for use in classrooms.
- Conducted small group instruction sessions under the direction of the teacher or specialist.
- Assisted students with coursework, projects, and assignments.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through rewards and recognition systems.
English Teacher
DMZ Kindergarten
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Developed assessments to test student growth.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student.
- Monitored student behavior throughout the day to ensure safety rules were being followed.
- Taught basic academic lessons related to color, shape, number, and letter recognition.
- Fostered language development, comprehension, and vocabulary using traditional poetry, nursery rhymes, and riddles.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.
- Integrated technology into lesson plans.
- Regularly engaged with parents to support student development.
Technology & Life Orientation Teacher
Haythorne Secondary School
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Conducted daily classroom activities to engage students in learning English language arts.
- Encouraged students to explore topics aligned with their interests to promote consistent reading.
- Assessed student progress through quizzes, tests, assignments, and other evaluation methods.
- Encouraged students' critical thinking and discussion using a variety of teaching techniques.
- Created and used rubrics to assess student learning.
- Planned and updated curricula and lesson plans to continuously improve subject coverage.
- Organized extra-curricular activities such as debates and poetry that promote literacy skills.
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using a variety of teaching techniques.
Education
Diploma in Workplace Safety -
Alison.com
01.2023
Honour's Degree of Education - Social Justice
University of KwaZulu-Natal
01.2019
GSPA24 TELF and TESOL Training -
Telf Certificate
01.2019
Bachelor's Degree of Education -
University of KwaZulu-Natal
01.2017
National Senior Certificate -
Russell High School
01.2013
Skills
- Educational Program Development
- Group Facilitation
- Learner Motivation Support
- Fostering Self-Confidence
- Promoting effective, informed and appropriate communication
- Classroom management
- Collaboration Skills
- Organizational skills
- Computer Skill
- Communication Skills
- Professional and ethical conduct
- Attention to detail
- Document management and filing
- Lesson Planning
- Office Management
- Curriculum planning
- Assessment of learners
- Marking of learners' scripts
- Workshops attendance
- Good organizational skills
- Adaptability to new curriculum and technology
- Student-centered learning
- Essay grading
- Assessment and evaluation
- Facilitating Group and Individual Learning
- Grammar principles
- Verbal and written communication
- Language acquisition strategies
- Curriculum implementation
- Curriculum development
- ESL methodologies
- ESL
- Adapting to different learning styles
- Classroom technology
Specialisation
- English
- Technology
- Life orientation
Sacenumber
12472173
Reliabletransport
True
Languages
- English
- IsiZulu
References
- Mrs. Jackson, Principal, Haythorne Secondary School, +2784 561 3730
- Mr. Msomi, Principal, Slangspruit Primary School, +27 33 398 4168
- Mr. Samkelo Nyide, FOO, Statistics SA, +27848915826
- Ms. Nina, Head Teacher, DMZ International, +8613273548428
- Miss Kim Moses, Deputy Principal, Athlone Primary School, +27727550614
- Martin Crouch, Head Teacher, +821095243830
Teachingpracticals
- Marion High School, English, Technology, Life Orientation, 8, 9, One month, 07/01/15, 08/31/15, Mr. Singh, +27 33 3459424
- Berg Street Primary School, English, Technology, Life Orientation, 7, 07/01/16, 08/31/16, Mrs. Amritlal, +27 33 3943931
- Slangspruit Primary School, English, Technology, Life Orientation, 7, 07/01/17, 08/31/17, Mr. Msomi, +27 33 398 4168
Personal Information
- Available: Immediately
- ID Number: 951216
- Willing To Relocate: True
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: South African
- Marital Status: Single
Timeline
English Teacher
Paedeplus Pohang Namgu Branch
12.2023 - 12.2024
Teacher Assistant and part-time IsiZulu Teacher
Athlone Primary School
01.2023 - 04.2023
English, Tourism, and Social Sciences Teacher
Asande Senior Secondary School
08.2022 - 12.2022
Teacher Assistant
Slangspruit Primary School
12.2020 - 04.2021
English Teacher
DMZ Kindergarten
07.2019 - 03.2020
Technology & Life Orientation Teacher
Haythorne Secondary School
01.2019 - 06.2019
Diploma in Workplace Safety -
Alison.com
Honour's Degree of Education - Social Justice
University of KwaZulu-Natal
GSPA24 TELF and TESOL Training -
Telf Certificate
Bachelor's Degree of Education -
University of KwaZulu-Natal
National Senior Certificate -
Russell High School
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