Thandiwe Mbira
Teacher
Bloemfontein
Summary
Dynamic Grade R Teacher with a proven track record at the Department of Education, recognized as a district winner for excellence in teaching Grade R. Skilled in classroom management and fostering student involvement, I effectively enhanced critical thinking through innovative lesson planning and collaborative learning initiatives, significantly boosting parental engagement in education.
Caring teacher with 17 years of experience as Grade R teacher. Exceptional classroom discipline, as well as being diverse in accommodating language development as a Bilingual teacher.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
Languages
Work History
Teacher Grade R
Department Of Education
04.2016 - Current
- District winner of 2022 &2023 Excellence in Grade R teaching, standing unchallenged in my Xhariep District.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Conducting Family Maths Workshops with parents.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Served on School Governing Body focused on, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or Professional learning communities to stay current in educational trends.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing Rinico computerkids program.
Teacher Grade R
Elize Cheetah Nursary
01.2010 - 04.2012
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Teacher Grade R
T. Terblanche
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Organized extracurricular activities such field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Foundation Phase Teaching
SANTS Higher Learning Institution
Bloemfontein 04.2001 -
National Diploma - Early Childhood Development
Motheo FET College
Bloemfontein 04.2001 -
Skills
- Student Involvement
- Classroom instruction
- Curriculum implementation
- Group instruction
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Parent-teacher communication
- Collaborative learning
- Fundraising
- Kinesthetic learning
- Parent and teacher conferences
- Creative lesson plan development
Timeline
Teacher Grade R
Department Of Education
04.2016 - Current
Teacher Grade R
Elize Cheetah Nursary
01.2010 - 04.2012
Teacher Grade R
T. Terblanche
01.2008 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Education - Foundation Phase Teaching
SANTS Higher Learning Institution
04.2001 -
National Diploma - Early Childhood Development
Motheo FET College
04.2001 -
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