Accomplished 14 years experience Deputy Director at the Department of Basic Education. Leveraged stakeholder engagement and strategic planning to enhance educational outcomes. Skilled in computer literacy and interpersonal relations. Significantly improve organizational efficiency and stakeholder partnerships, demonstrating exceptional leadership and community outreach capabilities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Deputy Director Seconded
Department Of Basic Education
222 Struben Street, Pretoria
10.2012 - Current
Mobilization of different stakeholders to take part in education.
Establishment of QLTC, all-inclusive functional structures, and ensuring implementation of 'Adopt School'.
Strengthen partnerships with all stakeholders, build awareness that will result in education becoming a societal priority.
Develop districts, schools, and community programs and implementation strategies of different activities through stakeholder training, workshops, campaigns, imbizos, meetings, etc.
Coordinate and lead Ministerial and different Directorates' community outreach programs, awareness campaigns, and Imbizos.
Coordinate DBE policies' implementation in Provinces, Districts, and schools.
Collaborate with different Directorates (NSNP, EMGD, Social Cohesion, School Safety, Exams, etc.). To ensure smooth functioning of DBE activities.
Develop strategic plans to achieve organizational goals, ensuring alignment with Basic Education policies, mission, and vision.
Increased overall efficiency by identifying areas of improvement and implementing necessary changes.
Ensured regulatory compliance across all departments through diligent monitoring of policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
Monitoring and support functionality of School QLTC structures, Infrastructure, and school readiness.
Educator
Gauteng Department Of Education
Phomolong SS Ekurhuleni East
01.2011 - Current
Evaluated the effectiveness of departmental programs and initiatives regularly, making adjustments as necessary to optimize outcomes in line with school policy
Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
Senior Education Specialist (Life Orientation)
Eastern Cape Department Of Education
Joe Gqabi District
11.2008 - 12.2010
Championed data-driven instruction by regularly evaluating educators' assessments to identify areas of improvement or success.
Improved overall school performance by participating in professional development workshops and sharing best practices with fellow educators.
Training teachers on curriculum delivery and departmental policies.
Monitoring, evaluating, and intervening in implementation of education quality assurance initiatives.
Boosted parental involvement in their child's education through consistent communication, parent-teacher workshops, and training.
Delivered informative presentations at local schools on effective teaching strategies, raising profile of school, district and within community.
Acting Deputy Principal
Gauteng Department Of Education
Phomolong SS
01.2008 - 09.2008
Served as positive role model and leader within school community, fostering environment of respect, trust, and support among all educators.
Coordinated community outreach efforts to strengthen partnerships between school and local organizations.
Promoted safe and inclusive learning environment by addressing student needs, both academically and emotionally.
Led cross-disciplinary teams to develop integrated curricula, fostering critical thinking skills in students. Training teachers and School Governing Bodies on policies.
Ensure school self-evaluation is conducted.
Lead in developing school development plan.
Served as positive role model and leader within school community, fostering environment of respect, trust, and support among all stakeholders.
Head of the Department
Gauteng Department Of Education
Phomolong SS
07.2007 - 12.2008
Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering supportive network for student success.
Served on various school committees focused on improving policies or procedures related to academics, sports, career exhibition, campaigns, etc.
Education
BEd. Hons - Education Management, Law And Policy
University of Pretoria
Pretoria , South Africa
01.2011 - 04.2016
Advanced Certificate in Education - Advanced Certificate in Education
Rand Afrikans Universiteit (RAU)
Aukland Park
01.2003 - 05.2005
Advanced Certificate in Education - Life Orientation
Rand Afrikaans Universiteit (RAU)
Aukland Park
01.2003 - 05.2005
Senior Education Diploma - English And History
VISTA University
Welkom
12.1999 - 12.1999
Skills
Computer Literacy: Microsoft Office
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Deputy Director Seconded
Department Of Basic Education
10.2012 - Current
Educator
Gauteng Department Of Education
01.2011 - Current
BEd. Hons - Education Management, Law And Policy
University of Pretoria
01.2011 - 04.2016
Senior Education Specialist (Life Orientation)
Eastern Cape Department Of Education
11.2008 - 12.2010
Acting Deputy Principal
Gauteng Department Of Education
01.2008 - 09.2008
Head of the Department
Gauteng Department Of Education
07.2007 - 12.2008
Advanced Certificate in Education - Advanced Certificate in Education
Rand Afrikans Universiteit (RAU)
01.2003 - 05.2005
Advanced Certificate in Education - Life Orientation
Rand Afrikaans Universiteit (RAU)
01.2003 - 05.2005
Senior Education Diploma - English And History
VISTA University
12.1999 - 12.1999
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