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Tess-Lynne Wilson
Student Teacher & Sport Administrator
Graaff-Reinet
Summary
I am a seasoned collaborator experienced in meeting needs, improving processes and exceeding requirements in team environments. Diligent worker with strong communication and task prioritization skills. Resourceful and experienced worker offering expertise in customer service, travel coordination and file management. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Handles multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Dedicated administrative professional with successful experience in fast-paced office settings. Hardworking team player with expertise in completing various clerical tasks and offering staff support. Responsible, punctual and productive professional when working with little to no supervision. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education
2
Certifications
Work History
Asherville Secondary SchoolGraaff-Reinet
Teacher
07.2023 - Current
Job overview
- SGB Teacher: Mathematics and Natural Science - Grade 8 and Tourism Grade 10
- Kept students on-task with proactive behaviour modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and school staff to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Department Of Basic EducationGraaff-Reinet
Second Chance Matric Program: Administrative Clerk
02.2023 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate, and compliant documentation.
- Answered multi-line phone system and transferred callers to appropriate department or staff member.
- Coordinated and maintained impressive office organization to keep facilities efficient, organized, and professional.
- Leveraged individual strengths of staff members to increase productivity and accomplish daily tasks.
- Sorted, opened, and routed mail and deliveries to meet the program's' requirements.
- Created and updated records and files of students and tutors to maintain document compliance.
- Arranged meetings and appointments and updated records to assist management.
- Entered data into system and updated student contacts with information to keep records current.
- Offered technical support and troubleshot issues to enhance office productivity.
- Input data and processed system change to generate accurate reports.
- Utilized productivity tools to complete tasks and improve performance.
- Proofread and edited professional documents to fix errors.
- Identified communication channels to set roadmap to distribute information.
Department Of Sport, Recreation, Arts & CultureGraaff-Reinet
School Sports Coordinator
08.2013 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Implemented Mass Participation programs in the Sarah Baartman District and occasionally in the Eastern Cape Province.
- Liaise with stakeholders, schools, coaches and sport managers.
- Assist schools with sport programmes and sport administrations.
- Register schools on the School Sport League database.
- Plan and organize sport training workshops and coaching clinics.
- Submit Monthly and Quarterly Reports.
- Ordered and delivered equipment for all sports and kept meticulous records on athletic equipment inventory.
- Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
- Arranged transportation, catering and accommodation for athletes to participate in away games, tournaments and other events.
- Prepared for special groups and VIP customers by implementing personalized plans with staff.
- Helped staff customize plans for specific groups based on age or ability level.
- Coordinated supply orders, storage and distribution for program.
Education
Spandau Secondary SchoolGraaff-Reinet
High School Diploma
01.2007 - 12.2007
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan UniversityPort-Elizabeth
Bachelor of Education: Intermediate Phase from Mathematics And Science
02.2008 - 12.2009
CathssetaEast-London
Certificate from Sports Administration
01.2015 - 11.2016
CathssetaEast-London
Certificate from Sports Team Management
01.2013 - 03.2013
Department of Basic EducationGraaff-Reinet
CAPS Training Certificate from Grade 11 CAPS
02.2012 - 03.2012
University of South AfricaJohannesburg
Bachelor of Education from Intermediate Phase: Mathematics And Life Skills
01.2023 - Current
Skills
Classroom management
Testing and grading
Lesson Planning
Standardized Testing
Student records management
Secondary education
Middle school education
Group and individual instruction
Inquiry-based learning
Fundraising
Student engagement
Differentiated instruction
Test Proctoring
Adult Education
DIBELS knowledge
EDPlan background
Desktop Technical Support
Application installations
Software diagnosis
Data recovery
Hardware and software installation
Virtualization
Digital media management
Troubleshooting
Project planning and development
Advanced problem solving
Systems Design Documentation
Strategic planning
Project Management
Additional Information
Identity Number: 9012280086089
Date of Birth: 28/12/1990
Age: 32
Race: Coloured
Gender: Female
Dependants: 3
Marital Status: Married
Religion: Christian
Denomination: Migdalor Ministries
Address
1 Carnation Street
Kroonvale
Graaff-Reinet
6280
Accomplishments
- Led class to an average 75% increase in math and reading standardized test scores during the 2011-2013 school year.
- Interactive Learning - Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Employed feud games and engaging techniques to encourage student learning and build community within the classroom.
- Collaborated with team of 40 players and management team in the development of Rugby.
- Achieved eligibility to play in Rugby leagues through effectively helping with managing the Graaff-Reinet Giants Rugby Club.
- Achieved Mass participation through effectively helping with Planning and Organising Multiple Sports Festivals, e.g. Camdeboo Classic Clashes .
- Collaborated with team of 20 in the development of a Karoo Sports Hub .
- Supervised team of 15 Local Organizing Committees.
- Achieved National participation by completing District and Provincial Eliminations with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
IRB Rugby Ready Programme
Interests
Media & Entertainment
Engaging in Fitness & Awareness Programmes
Debating
Bible Studying
Sport Planning and Organizing
Chairing the GRT Giants Rugby Club
Project & Event Planning
Debating
I enjoy engaging in informal debating sessions.
References
1. Mr Sharief Gamiet
School Sport Manager
Department of Sport, Recreation, Arts & Culture
Grahamstown
Sarah Baartman District
Cell: 060 989 3900
Office: 046 492 0223
2. Mr. Mxolisi Yoyo
Supervisor
SES: School Sport
Department of Basic Education
Graaff-Reinet
Sarah Baartman District
Cell: 060 332 9293
Office: 049 807 2200
3. Mr Jeffrey Grootboom
School Principal
Asherville Secondary School
Graaff-Reinet
Cell: 082 888 9120
Work: 049 893 0037
4. Apostle Chrisjan Maya
Church Leader
Migdalor Ministries
Graaff-Reinet
Cell: 072 778 1015
Timeline
Teacher
Asherville Secondary School
07.2023 - Current
Second Chance Matric Program: Administrative Clerk
Department Of Basic Education
02.2023 - 06.2023
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Education from Intermediate Phase: Mathematics And Life Skills
01.2023 - Current
Cathsseta
Certificate from Sports Administration
01.2015 - 11.2016
School Sports Coordinator
Department Of Sport, Recreation, Arts & Culture
08.2013 - 03.2022
Cathsseta
Certificate from Sports Team Management
01.2013 - 03.2013
IRB Rugby Ready Programme
03-2012
Department of Basic Education
CAPS Training Certificate from Grade 11 CAPS
02.2012 - 03.2012
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
Bachelor of Education: Intermediate Phase from Mathematics And Science
02.2008 - 12.2009
Spandau Secondary School
High School Diploma
01.2007 - 12.2007