Stephanus Meyer
Teacher
Pretoria
Summary
Devoted Geography Teacher with 8 years in classroom instruction. Equips students with strong knowledge of fundamentals of geography while introducing peripheral concepts in history and economics to flesh out understanding. Committed to cultivating excellence in every learner.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Geography Teacher
Afrikaanse High School for Boys
Pretoria
01.2020 - Current
- Taught Geography to ages 14 - 18
- Compiling assessments in line with the national curriculum.
- Marking of assessments.
- Communicating with parents and developing intervention plans.
- Coached various rugby teams (u/14 C & D, u/16 C & D, u/19 C & D)
- Coached various cricket teams (u/19 B, C and D)
- Leadership Roles: Subject Head for Grade 8 - 11 (ages 14 - 17), Head of Golf
Geography and History Teacher
Nelspruit High School
Mbombela
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Taught Geography to ages 16-18 and Social Science to ages 14 - 15
- Coached u/14 Rugby, u/14 Cricket, and high jump
Geography and History Teacher
Hoogenhout High School
Bethal
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Taught Geography to ages 16 - 18 and Social Science to ages 14 - 15
- Coached u/14 Rugby, u/19 Cricket, and managed the golf team
English Teacher
Atlas Academy
Changwon
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Taught English as a second language to high school students
- Developed engaging lessons and improved language proficiency
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
Environmental Consultant
Sharples Environmental Services
Cape Town
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Improved environmental compliance by conducting thorough site assessments and developing comprehensive remediation plans.
- Conducted field surveys to collect data about levels of pollution and contamination at sites and areas of consideration.
- Developed and implemented innovative solutions for complex environmental challenges, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Carried out environmental impact assessments (EIAs) for proposed major new developments such as industrial plants, roads, electricity pylons, and wind farms.
Education
Honors Degree - Educational Management
North-West University
Potchefstroom, South Africa 01.2021 - 12.2022
Postgraduate Certificate - Education
North-West University
Potchefstroom, South Africa 01.2014 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Development and Environmental Management
University of Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch, South Africa 01.2008 - 12.2011
Skills
Classroom management
Certification
International Rugby Board Level 1 Coaching
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/21/89
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: South African
- Marital Status: Married
Additional Information
Sport, Outdoors, Playing golf, Spending time with family, I am a teacher passionate about my subject. Geography is an ever growing subject as the world becomes more integrated and interconnected.
Timeline
Honors Degree - Educational Management
North-West University
01.2021 - 12.2022
Geography Teacher
Afrikaanse High School for Boys
01.2020 - Current
Geography and History Teacher
Nelspruit High School
01.2019 - 01.2020
Geography and History Teacher
Hoogenhout High School
01.2017 - 01.2018
English Teacher
Atlas Academy
01.2015 - 12.2016
Postgraduate Certificate - Education
North-West University
01.2014 - 12.2014
Environmental Consultant
Sharples Environmental Services
01.2012 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Development and Environmental Management
University of Stellenbosch
01.2008 - 12.2011
International Rugby Board Level 1 Coaching
World Rugby Functional Role Analysis
TEFL Certificate
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