Cornel De Klerk
Kincumber,NSW
Summary
I am a teacher with 15 years' experience in the education sector. My experience spans across different age groups. I am passionate about teaching and believe that one should focus on the holistic development of pupils' skills and knowledge. In this day and age it is important to develop one's own skills and to be informed of the latest developments with regard to curriculum and teaching strategies and therefore I am always eager to learn new skills and identify as a life-long learner. I am a hardworking and driven person who works well independently or in a team. My organizational skills are highly developed and I have a positive, can-do attitude.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Year 6 Teacher
St Andrew's School For Girls
Senderwood, South Africa, Gauteng, South Africa
2015.05 - 2021.07
- Head of Afrikaans for Primary School - managed the budget for the Afrikaans Department 2017-2021
- Compiled a subject policy for Afrikaans aligned with the curriculum to ensure a high standard of teaching
- Taught Afrikaans First Additional Language Year 4-7
- Taught English Home Language Year 6 - pastoral care of pupils, administration
- Class teacher Year 6
- A member of the ISASA (Independent Schools Association) committee which set the Shared Assessment Papers for Afrikaans First Additional Language 2017-2020
- Head of Mini Council - managed all
charity drives, assisted in many community projects and ran the budget - Copy editor of the school magazine primary school section 2017-2021
- Magazine co-ordinator for primary school section of the school magazine, in charge of collecting and collating content for Year 4-7 and submitting content to publisher
- Involved in extra mural activities - assisted at athletic competitions, assisted at swimming galas, after school supervision of pupils, language enrichment classes
- Organized Year 6 Prize Giving Ceremony 2020
- Implemented different technologies to engage students in class instruction and diversity approaches
- Created schedules and lesson plans for year 4-7 to increase student interest and participation
- Evaluated pupils' understanding of course material through examinations
- Completed student progress reports to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement
- Attended courses to stay up to date with the latest teaching strategies and methodologies to ensure optimal learning (Kagan workshops, interactive learning workshops, flipped classroom workshops, guiding children through emotional anxiety and more)
Year 5 Head
Leeuwenhof Akademie
Senderwood, South Africa, Gauteng, South Africa
2008.01 - 2015.04
- Year 5 class teacher - pastoral care of pupils, administration
- Head of the English Department 2011-2015 - managed the English Department, oversaw curriculum Year 4-7, maintained a high academic standard
- Compiled a subject policy for the English department aligned with the curriculum to ensure a high standard of teaching
- Taught English Home Language Year 5-7
- A member of the ISASA (Independent Schools Association) which set the Shared Assessment Papers for English Home Language 2011-2015
- Administrator for the primary school choir
- Translated and copy edited correspondence to parents from the principal
- Public Speaking organizer - coached pupils, organized public speaking events and ensured pupils participated in events hosted by other schools
- Assisted with extra mural activities: athletic competitions, swimming galas, after school supervision of pupils
- Printed prize giving certificates year 4-7 2020
- Created schedules and lesson plans for year 5-7 to increase student interest and participation
- Evaluated pupils' understanding of course material through examinations
- Completed student progress reports to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement
Copy Editor
Christian Art Publishers (CUM Publishers)
Vereeniging, South Africa, South Africa
2006.09 - 2007.12
- Reviewed and edited content for correct grammar, spelling and style
- Collaborated with editors and page designers to create polished, attractive product
- Proofread, edited and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines
- Created titles, subheadings and captions for books and advertisements
- Wrote and proofread copy for advertisements and posters to be used in stores
- Created names for products
- Compiled Daily Planner for Women 2008; TouchPoint Daily Planner 2009, Promises from God to Parents, as well as Amazing Grace Spiral Inspirations and numerous other products
Casual Teacher
Afrikaans High School Germiston
Johannesburg, South Africa, Gauteng, South Africa
2006.03 - 2006.08
- Taught Afrikaans First Additional Language to Year 8 and 9 pupils
- Created work sheets, gathered resources to ensure a high standard of teaching
- Ensured the curriculum requirements were met
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behaviour
- Assessed and looked after pupils by working closely with staff and efficiently planning and coordinating work.
Casual Teacher
Leeuwenhof Akademie
Johannesburg, South Africa, South Africa
2006.01 - 2006.02
- Taught Natural Science to year 6 and 7 pupils
- Created work sheets and compiled the year plan and subject content according to the curriculum
- Assisted with extra mural activities
Research Assistant
North West University
Potchefstroom, South Africa, North West Province, South Africa
2004.01 - 2005.12
- Researched different texts and different translation strategies
- Researched the effect of specific translation strategies on target audiences
- Evaluated potential subject participants to assess suitability for planned studies
- Collecting a variety of pamphlets and texts for analysis
Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Intermediate And Senior Phase
University of South Africa
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa12.2016
Honours Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
North-West University
Potchefstroom, North West Province, South Africa12.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Language And Literary Studies
North-West University
Potchefstroom, North West Province, South Africa12.2004
High School Diploma -
Duineveld High School
Upington, Northern Cape, South Africa12.2001
Skills
- Great interpersonal and communication skills
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
- Leadership
- Educational Technology
- Differentiated Instruction
- Professionalism
- Time Management
- Organizational skills
- Working under pressure
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Life-long Learning
Timeline
Year 6 Teacher
St Andrew's School For Girls
2015.05 - 2021.07
Year 5 Head
Leeuwenhof Akademie
2008.01 - 2015.04
Copy Editor
Christian Art Publishers (CUM Publishers)
2006.09 - 2007.12
Casual Teacher
Afrikaans High School Germiston
2006.03 - 2006.08
Casual Teacher
Leeuwenhof Akademie
2006.01 - 2006.02
Research Assistant
North West University
2004.01 - 2005.12
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Intermediate And Senior Phase
University of South Africa
Honours Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
North-West University
Bachelor of Arts - Language And Literary Studies
North-West University
High School Diploma -
Duineveld High School