Veliswa Mpapane
Nelspruit
Summary
Qualified teacher with 3 years of classroom experience. Dynamic educator with a proven track record at the Department of Education, excelling in lesson planning and classroom management. Adept at fostering inclusivity and accommodating diverse learning styles. I offer emotional support to students. I am dedicated to student success, and I work well with parents, colleagues and supervisors.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Department of Education
Nelspruit
08.2023 - Current
- Develop engaging lesson plans that align with curriculum standards.
- Implement classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Assess student performance using various evaluation tools and methods.
- Scheduled tutoring sessions to enhance student understanding of course material and improve grades.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills in students through interactive learning activities.
- Collaborate with colleagues to enhance instructional practices and student engagement.
- Promote inclusivity in the classroom by using teaching methods and materials that bridge learning barriers and fostering fairness and equitable learning opportunities for all learners.
- Foster holistic well-being and emotional support of learners.
- Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and classroom activities.
- Monitored student activities in classroom and during breaks to ensure safety and engagement.
- Participate in professional development workshops to improve teaching strategies and techniques.
Teacher
Department of Education
Phalaborwa
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented classroom management strategies, fostering a positive learning environment and promoting student engagement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to refine instructional practices, leading to increased student engagement and improved learning outcomes.
- Provided individualized support to students with diverse learning needs.
- Assessed student performance using various evaluation tools and methods.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enrich classroom instruction, facilitating interactive and dynamic learning experiences.
- Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Organized extracurricular activities to foster student development and teamwork skills.
- Monitored student activities in classroom and playground during school hours.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
Education
Bachelor of Education - English Literature And Geography
University of Pretoria
Tshwane 01.2019 - 12.2022
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Technology integration
- Communication skills
- Conflict resolution
- Cross cultural awareness
- Emotional support
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptive
- Empathy and patience
Certification
- Currently completing level 5 TEFL Certificate.
- Expected completion: End of June
Timeline
Teacher
Department of Education
08.2023 - Current
Teacher
Department of Education
01.2023 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Education - English Literature And Geography
University of Pretoria
01.2019 - 12.2022