ZAAKIRAH RILEY
Cape Town
Summary
Skilled educator with a background in diverse classroom settings catering to varied learning needs. Specialize in creating engaging, inclusive environments that promote student participation and critical thinking skills. Known for employing creative teaching strategies that cater to different learning styles, fostering academic growth and instilling lifelong love for learning. Notable impact on student performance through strategic lesson planning and implementation of innovative educational technology tools.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
Grassy Park High School
Cape Town
02.2025 - 03.2025
- English and Life Orientation
- Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards for diverse student needs.
- Implemented engaging classroom activities to enhance student participation and learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects and assessments.
Educator
Grassy Park High School
Cape Town
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Geography and History
- Utilized technology tools to enhance instructional delivery and classroom management.
- Created a safe, comfortable learning environment for students by establishing positive relationships with them.
- Organized activities and resources to promote student engagement in learning.
Educator
Grassdale High School
Cape Town
04.2024 - 08.2024
- English and Geography
- Conveyed and utilized strong communication and interpersonal skills to establish positive rapport with students, parents and fellow educators.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices in teaching methods.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills among students through problem-solving activities.
Teacher
Superprof
Cape Town
01.2018 - 12.2021
- English
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
Teacher
MPC Connect
Cape Town
06.2021 - 08.2021
- English
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
Education
POST GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION (PGCE) - Geography and English
University of the Western Cape
Cape Town01.2024
TEACHER TRAINING - Lesson planning and delivery, Classroom management, Language assessment and testing
Cape Town TEFL Training Institute
Claremont, Cape Town01.2022
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Geography, English, Linguistics and Psychology
University of the Western Cape
Bellville01.2021
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Engagement strategies
- Adaptable teaching
- Student engagement
- Formative assessment
- Subject matter expertise
- Group and individual instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Teaching strategies
- Computer literacy
- Extracurricular activities
- Lesson planning and organization
- Parent involvement
- Administration
- Curriculum design and development
- Diagnostics
- Classroom management
- Technology integration
- Global awareness and cultural competence
- Curriculum development
References
- Ms Berenice Scholtz, Grassy Park High School, +27 82 934 3458
- Mr Duncan Hager, Grassy Park High School, +27 61 236 7346
- Mr Michael Johnston, Grassy Park High School, +27 74 311 7399
- Mr Ehon Terreblance, Grassy Park High School, +27 72 388 3722
Languages
- English
- Afrikaans
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 02/18/97
- Nationality: South African
- Marital Status: Married
Languages
English
First Language
Afrikaans
Upper Intermediate
B2
Timeline
Educator
Grassy Park High School
02.2025 - 03.2025
Educator
Grassy Park High School
10.2024 - 12.2024
Educator
Grassdale High School
04.2024 - 08.2024
Teacher
MPC Connect
06.2021 - 08.2021
Teacher
Superprof
01.2018 - 12.2021
POST GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION (PGCE) - Geography and English
University of the Western Cape
TEACHER TRAINING - Lesson planning and delivery, Classroom management, Language assessment and testing
Cape Town TEFL Training Institute
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Geography, English, Linguistics and Psychology
University of the Western Cape