I am a published author I recently published a bilingual book titled: USipho uMpetha Onempakamo
Thobeka Nonjabulo Vilakazi
IsiZulu Teacher
Riverside View, Johannesburg
Summary
Dedicated isiZulu Teacher with 10 years of experience in developing and implementing engaging curricula. Focused on fostering collaborative environments that promote student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs to enhance learning outcomes.
Overview
2
2
Languages
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
IsiZulu teacher
Crawford International
08.2019 - Current
- Differentiated learning activities to support varied abilities and promote learner participation.
- Maintained positive classroom environment through positive reinforcement, consistent behaviour expectations and clear routines.
- Planned and delivered engaging lessons aligned with curriculum requirements and learner needs.
- Focused on enabling experiential learning
- Blended learning through technology.
- Applied Bloom’s taxonomy when designing assessments.
- Served as student advisor, providing academic, social, and emotional support.
- Collaborated with colleagues to align assessments, share best practices, and improve instructional consistency.
- Delivered engaging instruction using various teaching strategies to improve student understanding and participation.
IsiZulu teacher
SPARK Schools
01.2016 - 08.2019
- Delivered optimal instruction and academic support to students.
- Enabled innovative learning experiences by delivering hands-on learning opportunities.
- Coordinated one-on-one support with students to address specific needs.
- Planned, developed, and implemented a well-rounded, age-appropriate curriculum.
- Strictly followed school policies and regulations regarding safety.
- Mentored junior teachers through classroom observation, delivering instructional guidance and feedback.
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians regarding progress, concerns, and academic support.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate in Education - Specialising in isiZulu
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Pietermaritzburg12-2014
National Senior Certificate - Matric Certificate
Alexanda High School
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa 01.2006 - 12.2010
BA - Media And Drama Studies
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Pietermaritzburg12-2013
Skills
Educational program design
Interpersonal communication
Technology integration
Adaptive teaching methods
Advanced subject mastery
Curriculum assessment
Proficient in meeting tight deadlines
Record keeping
Subject expertise
Inquiry Based Learning trained
Team collaboration
Assessment tracking
Interests
Training
- IB Professional Development and Skills Training
- Certificate of Completion
- Making the PYP happen: Implementing agency
- IB School Participant
- The workshops were organised by the IB Online Professional Development department and were led by experienced practitioners of the IB.
- Siva Kumari, IB Director General
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 1993-05-20
- Nationality: South African
- Marital Status: Single
- ID Type: Identity number
- ID Number: 9305200386088
Timeline
IsiZulu teacher
Crawford International
08.2019 - Current
IsiZulu teacher
SPARK Schools
01.2016 - 08.2019
National Senior Certificate - Matric Certificate
Alexanda High School
01.2006 - 12.2010
Post-Graduate Certificate in Education - Specialising in isiZulu
University of KwaZulu-Natal
BA - Media And Drama Studies
University of KwaZulu-Natal