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Sharon Kafula

Educator
37 Bantry Road, Bryanston

Summary

I am a compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and high quality objective based lesson planning. I am equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments, student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and a motivational staff instructional coach. I am competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team and l take full responsibility for my professional development. I am well-versed in classroom and online technologies.

I am passionate about education with vast experience developing and implementing diverse curriculum covering wide range of subjects. I am highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
8056
8056
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Teacher/Assistant Principal

SPARK Ferndale
03.2023 - Current
  • Support the school principal in revising and implementing upgraded School Development Plans.
  • Create high-quality lesson plans, and deliver differentiated lessons in Social Sciences.
  • Monitor and evaluate classroom practices throughout the school, and recommend improvement strategies.
  • Create partnerships with parents and caregivers to support and improve students' personal and academic development.
  • Head of Scholar and Staff Culture.
  • Data-Driven Instruction school lead.
  • Devise a curriculum strategy to meet the school and network targets.
  • Promote and safeguard the scholar's welfare.
  • Manage classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhance classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects, and hands-on activities.
  • Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
  • Assess student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Collaborate with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connect subjects, and promote deeper understanding among students.
  • Responsible for delivering appropriate professional development training.
  • Blended Learning facilitators, and instructional coach.
  • Head school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.

Teacher/Assistant Principal

SPARK Cresta
01.2022 - 03.2024
  • Created high-quality lesson plans and delivered differentiated student-focused lessons in Naturial Sciences.
  • Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
  • Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
  • Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
  • Implemented effective communication channels between administrators, teachers, students, and parents to foster strong relationships within the school community.
  • Oversaw integration of technology in classrooms, equipping students with modern learning tools.
  • Coordinated special events such as parent-teacher conferences, open houses, and graduation ceremonies to promote a sense of community within the school.

Teacher

SPARK Witpoortjie
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Delivered high-quality, differentiated, student-focused lessons in Mathematics, Personal, and Social Well-Being.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.

Teacher

SPARK Weltervredenpark
01.2019 - 12.2021
  • Planned for and delivered lessons in English, Beginning Knowledge, and Social and Emotional Well-being to students.
  • Developed rigorous, engaging learning experiences, and lesson plans.
  • Created individualized behavior and learning plans for all scholars.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies across the school.
  • Administered and marked weekly, and termly formative and summative assessments.
  • Tracked scholars' progress and analyzed the data for student growth.
  • Evaluated group and individual needs for curriculum and school requirements.
  • Raised standards and attainment levels with a test-centric approach.
  • Provided clear structures for lessons, maintaining pace, motivation, and challenge.
  • Set high expectations for academic progress and classroom behavior through well-focused, individualized teaching.
  • Reviewed assessment information and learning modalities to inform curriculum development.
  • Identified clear teaching and learning objectives, and determined appropriate delivery methods.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
  • Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.

Teacher

Crawford Sandton International
01.2007 - 12.2019
  • Maintained and developed a high standard of student achievement in English, Mathematics, Creative Arts, Physical Education, Life Skills, and Beginning Knowledge.
  • Built a comprehensive understanding of phonics, THRASS, and Thinking Hats.
  • Embraced technology in the classroom, and displayed a creative teaching style.
  • Assigned homework and out-of-class activities to bridge the learning gaps, underscore course concepts.
  • Evaluated group and individual needs for curriculum and school requirements.
  • Raised standards and attainment levels with a test-centric approach.
  • Provided clear structures for lessons, maintaining pace, motivation, and challenge.
  • Set high expectations for academic progress and classroom behavior through well-focused, individualized teaching.
  • Reviewed assessment information and learning modalities to inform curriculum development.
  • Identified clear teaching and learning objectives, and determined appropriate delivery methods.
  • Maintain a regular schedule of observations in all learning spaces.
  • Observe and review meetings with educators to ensure high-quality lesson planning.
  • Executed the instruction, and implemented the schools' culture and behavior management techniques.
  • Facilitated an assessment and data analysis cycle that analyzed student performance and identified areas for targeted instruction.
  • Participated actively in staff development opportunities.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established standards.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

Education

Bachelor of Education (Honours) -

Stellenbosch University
Current

Bachelor of Education -

University of South Afica
09-2017

Early Years Foundation Phase Certificate -

Junior Colleges Sandton

Early Childhood Development Certificate -

Early Childhood Teachers College

Skills

Classroom instruction

Additional Competence

  • THRASS trained
  • Whiteboard trained
  • Six bricks Lego trained
  • Reggio Emilia Approach to Education
  • Kegan and Global Competence Skills
  • Numican trained
  • Time to Read
  • IIP trained
  • Computer and Office Management

Roles And Responsibilities

  • Support the school Principal in revising and implementing upgraded School Development Plans.
  • Monitor and evaluate classroom practice throughout the school and recommend improvement strategies.
  • Create partnerships with parents and carers to support and improve students' personal and academic development.
  • Advanced teaching styles through staff mentoring for maximised student engagement.
  • Head of scholar and staff culture.
  • Data Driven Instruction school lead.
  • Devised curriculum strategy to meet the school and network targets.
  • Promotes and safeguards the scholar's welfare.
  • Assists the school principal in school budget planning and monitoring.
  • Responsible for delivering appropriate Professional Development training.
  • Create high-quality professional development training materials.
  • Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, and Blended Learning facilitators, instructional coach.
  • Support student achievement by setting clear and high expectations for excellent teaching in all content areas.


My hobbies include reading, cooking, listening to music, hiking and gardening.

Timeline

Teacher/Assistant Principal

SPARK Ferndale
03.2023 - Current

Teacher

SPARK Witpoortjie
01.2022 - 12.2022

Teacher/Assistant Principal

SPARK Cresta
01.2022 - 03.2024

Teacher

SPARK Weltervredenpark
01.2019 - 12.2021

Teacher

Crawford Sandton International
01.2007 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Education (Honours) -

Stellenbosch University

Bachelor of Education -

University of South Afica

Early Years Foundation Phase Certificate -

Junior Colleges Sandton

Early Childhood Development Certificate -

Early Childhood Teachers College

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