Sheryl Malgas
Lonehill
Summary
I hold six years of substantial experience as an educator, coupled with my ongoing commitment to academic advancement through the pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in Alternative Education. I am passionate about fostering engaging learning environments and empowering students to reach their potential. I am deeply committed to crafting vibrant learning spaces where students feel inspired to flourish. Beyond the classroom, my passion for connecting with people and nurturing growth extends to my personal life, where you will often find me actively participating in community and church activities. I am eager to infuse any learning community with my infectious enthusiasm, creativity and commitment to fostering a love for learning in every individual.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher - Grade 8, 9 & 10
Immaculata Girls High School
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualised plans to optimise student education.
- Coaching and mentoring students
- Identified poor performing learners, implemented a dedicated study timetable, weekly check ins and after hour support.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Engage in class teaching to foster a purposeful progression in learning, consistent with the learning areas/subjects as determined.
- Establish a classroom environment which stimulates positive learning and engages students in the learning process.
- SGB Governing Body Teacher Representative – I promoted the best interest of the school through the provision of quality education for all learners at the school.
- Transform to Perform – Institute run by the Educators of the school – The Initiative is to uplift and motivate Teachers & Learners. Promoted core values of the school and incorporated these values in the classrooms. Contributing to fostering a positive outlook and support school culture.
- Mentoring the PYEI assistance – Assistance to new young teachers starting their school career as an assistant teacher.
- Community outreach programme at the school: Providing support and feeding schemes for under privileged and disadvantaged learners at the school and in the community.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Acting HOD for Tourism
Immaculata Girls High School
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Supervise teaching and learning.
- Ensure the lesson plans corresponds with curriculum.
- Ensure that the class activities are undertaken.
- Completion of marking and moderation.
- Schedule and facilitate department meetings.
- Coordinate evaluations/assessments/homework with written assignments.
Assistant Teacher – Grade 8 & 9
Alexander Sinton High School
05.2016 - 12.2017
- Collaborate with the lead teacher to plan and prepare engaging and age appropriate lesson materials and activities for afternoon and holiday English language classes.
- Lead small group activities and discussions to reinforce English language concepts covered in morning classes or introduce new language skills in a relaxed and interactive environment.
- Plan and facilitate enrichment activities such as games, role-plays, storytelling sessions, or creative projects to enhance students' English language skills and cultural understanding.
- Track and monitor student progress in afternoon and holiday classes through informal assessments, observations, and student participation, and provide feedback to the lead teacher as needed.
- Create opportunities for students to immerse themselves in the English language outside of regular classroom hours by organizing language immersion activities or incorporating English into holiday-themed events or celebrations.
- Encourage students to continue practicing their English language skills outside of class by providing resources
Reading & Writing Tutor (Volunteer)
Alicedale Primary School & Silverlea Primary Schoo
08.2014 - 07.2016
- Empowered writers by equipping them with essential tools required for outlining narratives that captivate audiences while delivering insightful messages.
- Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Maintained records of student assessments, tutoring activities and results.
- Targeting learners in their reading and writing areas of improvement on a weekly basis.
- Data capturing. Assisting project manager with administration duties.
- Liaison with participating schools and public relations.
- Motivational speaker at training workshops for new tutors.
Supervisor
Exclusive Books (V&A Waterfront)
11.2008 - 04.2016
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
- Developed and implemented customer service policies to enhance satisfaction.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Overseeing Point of Sales. Customer relations advising and assisting with sales.
- Good knowledge of books.
- Supervising and staff delegating responsibilities, as well as staff training.
- Handling customer complaints and queries.
- Motivate and manage team members to reach daily, monthly targets.
- Handling conflicts and grievances amongst team members.
- End of day cash up, reconcile cash received to invoices and performing the necessary backoffice tasks.
ATM Clerk
Standard Bank Of South Africa
06.1991 - 10.2008
- Foreign Exchange Custodian.
- Foreign Exchange Consultant (2nd In Charge).
- Understudy – Account Support Officer.
- Understudy – Customer Information Clerk.
- Team leader Frontline Support and enquiries.
- Member of Standard Bank Transformation Committee (BTC).
- Team leader for Foreign Exchange.
- Standard Bank Learning Centre - Training received in: (1) School of Banking, (2) Make training pay off, (3) Planning and time management, (4) Coaching and control, (5) Interaction, assertiveness and conflict, (6) achieving extraordinary customer relations, (7) Leadership.
Education
Bachelor's in Alternative Education -
Cornerstone Institute University
2026
Short Courses -
Cape Teaching And Leadership Institute (WCED)
2023
Higher Certificate in Business Studies -
Cornerstone Institute University
2023
Damelin
Certificate In Sales & Marketing2005
Certificate in Foreign Exchange -
Damelin
2001
Grade 12 -
Ned Doman Senior Secondary School
1990
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Moderating
- Microsoft Office
- Coaching
- Mentoring
- Google drive
- Data analysis
- Knowledge of Curriculum
- Classroom Management
- Teamwork
- Leadership Skills
- Self-Driven
- Communication
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Acting HOD for Tourism
Immaculata Girls High School
01.2021 - 06.2021
Teacher - Grade 8, 9 & 10
Immaculata Girls High School
01.2018 - 01.2024
Assistant Teacher – Grade 8 & 9
Alexander Sinton High School
05.2016 - 12.2017
Reading & Writing Tutor (Volunteer)
Alicedale Primary School & Silverlea Primary Schoo
08.2014 - 07.2016
Supervisor
Exclusive Books (V&A Waterfront)
11.2008 - 04.2016
ATM Clerk
Standard Bank Of South Africa
06.1991 - 10.2008
Bachelor's in Alternative Education -
Cornerstone Institute University
Short Courses -
Cape Teaching And Leadership Institute (WCED)
Higher Certificate in Business Studies -
Cornerstone Institute University
Damelin
Certificate in Foreign Exchange -
Damelin
Grade 12 -
Ned Doman Senior Secondary School
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