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Zaakirah Mahomed

Dean Of Instruction

Summary

I am a Dean of Instruction with 14 years of experience in teaching and educational management. I am a graduate of the University of the Witwatersrand, who excels in delivering high-quality instruction aligned with both the CAPS and Cambridge curriculums whilst incorporating inquiry-based learning. I am passionate about teacher coaching and development.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Dean of Instruction

Nova Pioneer
1 2021 - Current
  • Design and facilitate professional development sessions for educators.
  • Offer personalized coaching and support to teachers through classroom observations and individual consultations.
  • Guided teachers in effectively utilizing data to shape instructional strategies.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, workshops, and professional development opportunities.
  • Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to inform curricular revisions and instructional improvements continually.
  • Ensured consistent improvement in student performance by regularly evaluating and revising academic programs.
  • Developed coherent and differentiated professional development schedule for school aligned to instructional focus areas and student data.
  • Worked collaboratively and cross-functionally with school and school community.
  • Led the implementation of innovative teaching strategies to boost student engagement and achievement levels.
  • Increased teacher retention rates by fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged growth and collegiality among staff members.
  • Promoted collaborative relationships between teachers throughout different grade levels or departments to ensure seamless progression of content knowledge.
  • Supported struggling learners proactively through targeted interventions designed specifically around individualized needs.
  • Recruited, hired and trained academic faculty and staff members.

Associate Dean of Instruction

Nova Pioneer
01.2017 - 12.2020
  • Design and facilitate professional development sessions for educators.
  • Offer personalized coaching and support to teachers through classroom observations and individual consultations.
  • Guided teachers in effectively utilizing data to shape instructional strategies.
  • Coordinated and supervised academic activities.
  • Developed a comprehensive assessment plan to measure student learning outcomes across all programs within the department.
  • Spearheaded technology initiatives to support student learning and academic excellence.
  • Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
  • Implemented initiatives to drive curriculum quality and target learning outcomes.
  • Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Foundation Phase Teacher

Nova Pioneer
01.2016 - 12.2016
  • Developed lessons and implemented the Cambridge Curriculum in accord with school guidelines
  • Assisted students with classwork and held daily lesson plans.
  • Tracked students' progress and gave individual feedback.
  • Led Inquiry based lessons.
  • Completed student progress reports termly to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside the classroom setting.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of content through examinations and checks for understanding.
  • Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.

Foundation Phase Teacher

Robertsham Primary School
1 2011 - 12.2015
  • Created and integrated the CAPS curriculum according to school standards.
  • Supported students with coursework and prepared daily lesson plans.
  • Monitored student performance and offered personalized feedback.
  • Served as Grade Head, overseeing grade-specific activities and initiatives.
  • Produced the school magazine, contributing to its content and design.
  • Managed and supervised the school reporting system efficiently.
  • Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Education

Bachelor of Education - Foundation Phase And Early Childhood Development

University of The Witwatersrand (WITS)
04.2001 -

Skills

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References

  • Adilla Okkers, Former HOD, Robertsham Primary, 079 511 2726, okkers.adilla@gmail.com
  • Gavin Esterhuizen, Former Executive Head, Nova Pioneer, 084 528 7606

Timeline

Associate Dean of Instruction

Nova Pioneer
01.2017 - 12.2020

Foundation Phase Teacher

Nova Pioneer
01.2016 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Education - Foundation Phase And Early Childhood Development

University of The Witwatersrand (WITS)
04.2001 -

Dean of Instruction

Nova Pioneer
1 2021 - Current

Foundation Phase Teacher

Robertsham Primary School
1 2011 - 12.2015

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