Anzel van Dongen
Sans Souci
Summary
Dedicated primary school educator with experience in special education, committed to creating inclusive and engaging learning environments. Proven ability to develop individual learning plans and implement effective instructional strategies that cater to diverse student needs. Recognized for strong collaboration skills and adaptability. Proficient in behaviour management, individualized education plans, and comprehensive student assessments, ensuring each learner reaches their full potential.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Cairnsfoot School
Sydney, NSW
02.2022 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
Teacher
George Bass School
Sydney, NSW
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behaviour management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
Casual Teacher
Department Of Education
Sydney, NSW
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
Casual Teacher
Department Of Education
Sydney, NSW
05.2020 - 10.2020
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behaviour modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Domestic Cleaner
Kristine Klean
Illawong, NSW
12.2018 - 01.2020
- Tidy and clean the homes of private clients
- Vacuum, dust, mop, empty bins etc.
- Liaising with customers in person and offer assistance where possible.
Educator/Assistant
Peter Rabbit Child Care Centre
Punchbowl, NSW
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Attend to children’s basic needs (feed them, help dress them etc.).
- Taught basic skills (colours, shapes, letter and number recognition etc.).
- Read books to children, for children to become familiar with texts and illustrations of books.
- Advance children’s skills through sensory play techniques.
- Help encourage the children in their growth development and curiosity.
- Help build reciprocal relationships to develop identity, connection to peers, communication skills and life-long learning.
- Cater to the physical health and emotional wellbeing of every child in my care.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as daily administration; sing-in and out App up to date, incident reports, report to parents on children’s daily progress/activities, prepare and setup activities for the following day.
Teacher
Hanniel Primary School
Johannesburg, Gauteng
01.2018 - 09.2018
- Administered group standardised tests and informal and formal school assessments.
- Communicated expectations and curriculum requirements to reinforce classroom goals.
- Communicated student progress and areas needing improvement to parents during parent conferences.
- Created and adapted lesson plans and classroom work to meet students’ individual needs.
- Established and maintained relationships with students, parents, staff and community members.
- Maintained comprehensive student records documenting attendance, grades and progress towards goals.
- Maintained high classroom management and behavior management standards.
- Routinely evaluated students’ progress towards lesson objectives through assessments like homework, quizzes, and tests.
- Supervised students in classroom and out-of-classroom activities throughout working day.
- Taught multiple subjects such as reading and language arts, social studies, mathematics, science and art in inclusive and self-contained classroom settings.
Teacher
Creative Education Center Senior Campus
Springs, Gauteng
01.2014 - 12.2017
- Maintained comprehensive student records documenting attendance, grades and progress towards goals.
- Administered group standardised tests and informal and formal school assessments.
- Communicated expectations and curriculum requirements to reinforce classroom goals.
- Communicated student progress and areas needing improvement to parents during parent conferences.
- Created and adapted lesson plans and classroom work to meet students’ individual needs.
- Established and maintained relationships with students, parents, staff and community members.
- Maintained high classroom management and behavior management standards.
- Routinely evaluated students’ progress towards lesson objectives through assessments like homework, quizzes, and tests.
- Supervised students in classroom and out-of-classroom activities throughout working day.
- Taught multiple subjects such as reading and language arts, social studies, mathematics, science and art in inclusive and self-contained classroom settings.
Teacher
Montessori J
Johannesburg, Gauteng
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Maintained comprehensive student records documenting attendance, grades and progress towards goals.
- Communicated expectations and curriculum requirements to reinforce classroom goals.
- Communicated student progress and areas needing improvement to parents during parent conferences.
- Created and adapted lesson plans and classroom work to meet students’ individual needs.
- Routinely evaluated students’ progress towards lesson objectives through assessments like homework, quizzes, and tests.
- Taught multiple subjects such as reading and language arts, social studies, mathematics, science and art in inclusive and self-contained classroom settings.
- Supervised students in classroom and out-of-classroom activities throughout working day.
Education
Bachelor of education -
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Tshwane, Gauteng04.2018
Skills
- Effective classroom management
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Curriculum development
- Effective behavior intervention
- Fostering student involvement
- Adaptive instructional techniques
- Group learning initiatives
- Student-driven learning approach
Timeline
Teacher
Cairnsfoot School
02.2022 - Current
Teacher
George Bass School
07.2021 - 01.2022
Casual Teacher
Department Of Education
04.2021 - 07.2021
Casual Teacher
Department Of Education
05.2020 - 10.2020
Educator/Assistant
Peter Rabbit Child Care Centre
01.2019 - 07.2019
Domestic Cleaner
Kristine Klean
12.2018 - 01.2020
Teacher
Hanniel Primary School
01.2018 - 09.2018
Teacher
Creative Education Center Senior Campus
01.2014 - 12.2017
Teacher
Montessori J
01.2013 - 12.2013
Bachelor of education -
University of South Africa (UNISA)