LEAH PHINDILE SHABANGU
Educator
South Africa ,Mpumalanga
Summary
Experienced and dedicated educator proficient in fostering interactive learning in group settings. Adept at teaching language skills to children and teenagers from diverse cultural backgrounds. Demonstrates patience and commitment to students by providing personalized instruction for challenging lessons.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
EFL teacher
Cram School
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in EFL teaching methodologies.
- Enhanced classroom participation through group projects, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- Led after-school tutoring sessions for struggling students, offering additional support for those needing extra assistance in language acquisition.
- Developed tailored lesson plans for individual students, addressing their unique needs and goals.
Professional teacher
Sibongimpumelelo Combined Primary School
04.2017 - 05.2023
- Subject teacher for Mathematics grade 5, English First additional language and creative arts grade 7 and English Additional Language grade 6
- In house specialist for learners with learning barriers.
- Staff secretary.
- Chairperson for School based support team.
- Deputy secretary for circuit.
- Athletics support team.
- Field trip organization team.
Education
Honors Degree - Educational Psychology
University of South Africa
Gauteng, South Africa Bachelor of Education - Arts Education, IsiNdebele, Learning Support
University of Pretoria
Gauteng, South Africa 01.2013 - 05.2016
Skills
Microsoft office
Lesson planning
Assessments
Content integrating
British and American curriculum
Conflict resolution
Adaptability
Creative thinking
Problem-solving
Emotional intelligence
Timeline
EFL teacher
Cram School
10.2023 - 12.2024
Professional teacher
Sibongimpumelelo Combined Primary School
04.2017 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Education - Arts Education, IsiNdebele, Learning Support
University of Pretoria
01.2013 - 05.2016
Honors Degree - Educational Psychology
University of South Africa
Achievementsandprofessionaldevelopment
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, Dell Young Leaders bursary holder, Selected as one of the top 50 students at the University of Pretoria to receive this bursary following interview process and demonstrating ability to overcome adversity and leadership potential, Leadership Symposiums, Time Management, Career Development, Emotional Intelligence.
TELF certified
SACE certified