Susan Rodrigues
Principal
Alberton
Summary
Christianity forms the foundation of my life. I am a family-orientated person. I am self-motivated, hardworking, positive and a driven individual who always strives to maintain the highest levels of professionalism. I believe that some of the strengths I can bring to this position are: Strong leadership skills, with the ability to provide unity and direction in implementing goals. A visible, approachable presence; good rapport with teachers, students and parents. Excellent communication, organisation, problem solving skills.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Intermediate-Senior Phase Teacher
St. Catherine’s School
01.1994 - Current
Grade 4 class teacher
- Social Sciences (History) grade 4-6
- Life Orientation grade 7
- Religion grade 4-7
- Extra Murals:- Netball, Swimming, Athletics, Bible Club, Choir, Choral Verse, Concert and extra lessons.
HOD position grade 4-7
- Leadership & Management: Oversight of Senior Prep Phase operations and learner discipline.
- Academic Oversight: Planning with teachers, subject leadership, curriculum development, book control, and exam moderation.
- Assessment & Reporting: Managing marks, reports, and prize-giving events.
- Staff Coordination: Involved in recruitment, development, and holding subject/staff meetings.
- Learner Engagement: Organising events, tours, presenting assemblies, and managing prefects.
- Governance: Serves as Secretary of the Board.
Principal of Preschool (grade 000-R)/Foundation Phase(grade 1-3)/Senior Prep Phase (grade 4-7)
Teacher
Calvary Christian College
01.1992 - 01.1993
- Taught Gr. 4 – 7 Maths, Health and Science.
- Taught Gr. 1 for one term.
Assistant
Archways Aftercare
01.1988 - 01.1991
- Started work as a student, then promoted to assistant.
- Collected children from school, supervising homework and other afternoon activities.
- Involved in the general day to day running of the aftercare.
Education
Matric
Alberton High School
Alberton, South Africa01-1986
Diploma in Senior Primary Education -
Johannesburg College of Education
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts Psychology -
UNISA
04.2001 -
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Communication skills
- Organization skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Motivating students
- Team building
- Task prioritization
- Conflict resolution
- Student-centered learning
- Positive role model and mentor
Personal Information
- ID Number: 6811230055083
- Health Status: Excellent
- Date of Birth: 11/23/68
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: South Africa
- Marital Status: Married
- Dependents: 2
Timeline
Diploma in Senior Primary Education -
Johannesburg College of Education
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts Psychology -
UNISA
04.2001 -
Intermediate-Senior Phase Teacher
St. Catherine’s School
01.1994 - Current
Teacher
Calvary Christian College
01.1992 - 01.1993
Assistant
Archways Aftercare
01.1988 - 01.1991
Matric
Alberton High School
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