Xolile Penelope Ntanzi
Learner Support Educator
Alexandra
Summary
I am a passionate and empathetic learner support educator with 5 years of experience in fostering inclusive learning environments for diverse learners, including those with special educational needs (SEN), disabilities, and language barriers. Proven ability to develop individualized strategies that improve engagement and academic progress. Collaborative team player skilled in liaising with teachers, parents and specialists to implement tailored support plans.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4037
4037
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
PL 1/Learner Support Educator
M.C Weiler Full-Service School
05.2021 - Current
- Demonstrate expertise in their subject area.
- Create engaging and effective lesson plans.
- Differentiate instruction to cater to diverse learning needs.
- Communicate regularly with parents/caregivers regarding progress: academic/behavioural, and social.
- Monitor progress and documentation using data log, observations and assessments.
- Professional development through workshops/ seminars, and courses.
- Engage and supervise extramural activities.
Substitute Educator
Laerskool Wespark
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Subjects: English Home Language Grade 4&6, Remedial Classes.
- Reason for leaving: Contract ended
Substitute Educator
Asteri primary School
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Subjects: Mathematics Grade 6-7, Natural Sciences and Technology Grade 4&5 and Remedial Classes.
- Reason for Leaving: End of Contract
Learner Support Educator
Nyamazane Full-Service School
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Subjects: English FAL Grade 4-7 and Mathematics Grade 4-7.
- Reason for Leaving: End of Contract
Education
Grade 12 - English First Additional Lang., IsiZulu Home Language, Mathematical Literacy, Life Orientation, Business Studies, History, Life Sciences
Hlangabeza High School
Bachelor of Education - Psychology, Natural Sciences & African Languages
University of South Africa
B.Ed. Hons - Inclusive Education
University of South Africa
M.Ed. Inclusive Education -
University of South Africa
01-2025
Skills
Inclusive education
Student advocacy
Intervention strategies
Collaboration
Documentation
Lesson planning
Classroom management
Student relations
Group and individual instruction
Parent interaction
Peer mentoring
Teaching strategies
Key Skills And Qualities
- Inclusive education: adapting curricula and assistive technologies.
- Student advocacy: progress tracking and behaviour management.
- Intervention strategies: mathematics and language support.
- Collaboration: working with teachers, psychologists and other stakeholders.
- Documentation: Maintaining records; learner support evidence, referrals, reporting outcomes, safeguard compliance.
First Names
Xolile Penelope
Personal Information
- ID Number: 9212301159085
- Health Status: Good
- Date of Birth: 12/30/92
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: South African
- Marital Status: Not married
Timeline
PL 1/Learner Support Educator
M.C Weiler Full-Service School
05.2021 - Current
Substitute Educator
Laerskool Wespark
01.2021 - 04.2021
Substitute Educator
Asteri primary School
09.2020 - 12.2020
Learner Support Educator
Nyamazane Full-Service School
01.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Education - Psychology, Natural Sciences & African Languages
University of South Africa
B.Ed. Hons - Inclusive Education
University of South Africa
Grade 12 - English First Additional Lang., IsiZulu Home Language, Mathematical Literacy, Life Orientation, Business Studies, History, Life Sciences
Hlangabeza High School
M.Ed. Inclusive Education -
University of South Africa