Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Shortcourses
References
Additional Information
Certification
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Theodocia Mendlula

Teacher
Johannesburg,GP

Summary

I embody the qualities of both a traditional teacher and a 21st-century educator, establishing myself as a committed leader in the field of education. With a wealth of experience spanning over twenty years, I have consistently imparted valuable knowledge and skills to my students, while simultaneously fostering a motivating work environment for the teaching staff. My reliability is evident through my ability to cultivate beneficial relationships with the community and other stakeholders. Collaborating extensively with fellow teachers, school staff, and families of students, I ensure unwavering support for the students.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Afrikaans Marker

Valenture Institute
11.2022
  • Responsible for all duties as Afrikaans marker.

Afrikaans Teacher (Subject Leader)

Trinity House Glenvista
07.2021 - Current
  • Responsible for all duties as required of an academic educator;
  • Coordinating Afrikaans Olympiad.
  • Incorporating the school’s values into daily teaching;
  • Total commitment to school debating team.
  • Teaching with innovative methods and instilling enjoyment of the subject.
  • Incorporating the school’s values of Respect, Diversity and Inclusion by using suitable and relatable resources.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Commitment to debating team of the school
  • Administrative duties of Afrikaans department.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Lecturer

Varsity College
02.2019 - 07.2022
  • Lecture Afrikaans First Additional Language, Afrikaans Didactics (IP), Philosophy of education, Professional ethics
  • 100% pass rate 4th year Afrikaans Didactics B.Ed.
  • Grading of tests and assignments with strong attention to detail
  • Positive feedback regarding standard and consistency of grading of student portfolios
  • Engage in activities for future teaching practice by students such as the FAL classroom, evaluation of examination papers and learner workbooks
  • Developed multimedia presentations and incorporating videos and other teaching apps
  • Online teaching and marking via Blackboard Learn
  • Evaluate student teachers on teaching practice
  • Participate in online learning platforms for development and training.
  • Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
  • Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.

Educator

Glenvista High School
01.2019 - 03.2021
  • Afrikaans FAL teacher Grade 8,9, 10,11 & 12
  • Lead teacher Grade 10 (2019) & Grade 11 (2021)
  • Developing learner centered lesson plans
  • Incorporating technology for teaching and learning – Smartboard, projectors, Google classroom.
  • Implemented classroom technology to enhance learning and make lessons more accessible to all students.
  • Examiner (Paper 3) Afrikaans FAL Grade 10 Gauteng South
  • ATKV Olympiad coordinator 2020.
  • Mentor of newly appointed teachers in the department.
  • Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.

Educator

Rand Tutorial College
07.2018 - 12.2018
  • Afrikaans FAL teacher Grade 8, 10, 11 & 12
  • English HL Grade 8
  • Life Orientation Grade 8 & 9
  • Developing learner centered lessons
  • Developing intervention programs
  • Preparation of matriculants for preliminary and final examination
  • Setting school-based assessment and examination for gr. 8-11
  • Moderation of Afrikaans FAL assessment
  • Master of ceremonies Valediction.

Lead Teacher

Nova Pioneer – Ormonde
01.2017 - 05.2018
  • Afrikaans Second Language Grade 9, 10, Preparing learners for IGCSE exam
  • Developing learner centered lessons
  • Developing intervention programs
  • Setting school-based assessment and examination for gr. 9-10
  • Moderation of Afrikaans FAL assessment.

Educator

Horizon High School
01.2013 - 12.2016
  • Afrikaans FAL teacher Grade 8, 10, 11 & 12
  • English HL Grade 8
  • Life Orientation Grade 8 & 9
  • Developing learner centered lessons
  • Developing intervention programs
  • Preparation of matriculants for preliminary and final examination
  • Setting school-based assessment and examination for gr. 8-11
  • Moderation of Afrikaans FAL assessment
  • Coordinator Cupcakes of Hope charity drive.

Head of FAL Department

Glenbrack High School
07.2008 - 04.2012
  • Teaching Afrikaans FAL grade 8, 11-12
  • Ensure effective curriculum delivery and management thereof according to the Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statements and other District, Provincial, and National prescriptions
  • Develop strategies to implement the management of co- and extra-curricular activities
  • The development and implementation of appropriate interventions in terms of learner discipline, learner and teacher support and classroom management
  • Performed the HOD’s role in performance appraisal
  • Applied the tools to conduct effective quality assurance in terms of class visits, learner books, moderation processes and teacher records
  • Understand the line of reporting and how to establish committees.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Educator

Naturena Primary School
01.1997 - 06.2008
  • Afrikaans FAL teacher Grade 6,7; EMS Gr.7
  • Acting HoD (IP)
  • Developing intervention programs.
  • Coordinator Eco-club.
  • Recycling coordinator.
  • Fundraising committee.
  • Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
  • Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
  • Utilized variety of assessment tools to evaluate student understanding and mastery of material.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.

Education

Std.10 -

PROMOSA SECONDARY
Potchefstroom, South Africa

HED(S) -

PU For Che
Potchefstroom, South Africa

B.ED. (Hons) -

UNIV.OF PRETORIA
Pretoria

Skills

Teaching

Teamwork and Collaboration

Adaptability and Flexibility

Reliability

Goal Setting

Continuous Improvement

Written Communication

Problem solving skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Time management skills

Supervisory skills

Decision-Making

Accomplishments

  • Raising awareness of Cupcakes of Hope charity to schools through events (2016/2017)
  • Virago Woman Recipient 2018 Community Involvement

Shortcourses

  • Reading
  • Accommodations
  • Dyslexia
  • Classrooms for Change (UCT)
  • Instructional Design (UCT)

References

  • Sharon Chimba - Lecturer (Varsity College, Waterfall)
  • Nneamaka Eziukwu - Director of Schools, Nova Pioneer SA


Numbers available on request


Additional Information

Mentor at University of Pretoria for final year B. Ed students.

Certification

Instructional Design

Timeline

Instructional Design

11-2022

Afrikaans Marker

Valenture Institute
11.2022

Afrikaans Teacher (Subject Leader)

Trinity House Glenvista
07.2021 - Current

Lecturer

Varsity College
02.2019 - 07.2022

Educator

Glenvista High School
01.2019 - 03.2021

Educator

Rand Tutorial College
07.2018 - 12.2018

Lead Teacher

Nova Pioneer – Ormonde
01.2017 - 05.2018

Educator

Horizon High School
01.2013 - 12.2016

Head of FAL Department

Glenbrack High School
07.2008 - 04.2012

Educator

Naturena Primary School
01.1997 - 06.2008

Std.10 -

PROMOSA SECONDARY

HED(S) -

PU For Che

B.ED. (Hons) -

UNIV.OF PRETORIA

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