Humanities and Social Sciences Teacher (Years 7 – 10) | House Coordinator (Whitby House) | Pastoral Care Advisor (Year 7)
Court Grammar School
Perth, Australia
01.2024 - Current
Delivering engaging lessons in Humanities and Social Sciences to students in Years 7 to 10, ensuring alignment with the Western Australian curriculum
Facilitating critical thinking and discussions around various social, historical, and geographical topics
Serving as House Coordinator for Whitby House, leading and managing house activities, fostering a sense of community, and promoting student involvement in school life
Acting as Pastoral Care Advisor for Year 7, offering emotional and academic support to students, ensuring their well-being, and assisting with their transition to secondary school.
Year 5 Homeroom Teacher | Leader: Environmental Programme
Australia
01.2023 - 12.2023
Managed a Year 5 Homeroom class, providing a nurturing and structured environment for primary students
Led the Environmental Programme, creating and implementing sustainability initiatives, educating students on environmental issues, and encouraging eco-friendly practices within the school community.
Relief Teaching
Melbourne
Victoria, Australia
01.2019 - 01.2022
Worked across various schools and classroom settings in Melbourne, Victoria, adapting quickly to different environments and educational needs
Delivered high-quality lessons across a range of subjects, ensuring continuity of learning during the absence of regular teachers
Gained valuable experience in managing diverse classroom dynamics and engaging with students from varied backgrounds.
Afrikaans Home Language Teacher (Grades 8 to 12)
Durban North College
Durban, South Africa
04.2018 - 04.2019
Taught Afrikaans Home Language to students in Grades 8 to 12, focusing on developing their language proficiency, literary analysis, and critical thinking skills
Planned, applied, and assessed curriculum outcomes, ensuring that students met the required standards in Afrikaans
Held the role of Head of Culture Portfolio in 2019, overseeing cultural activities and events within the school, promoting cultural awareness, and encouraging student participation
Served as Registration Teacher for Grades 12 and 8, guiding students in their academic progress, providing pastoral care, and assisting with administrative duties
Produced the ATKV-Tienertoneel (Youth Theatre) productions in 2018 and 2019, nurturing students' creativity and performance skills
Assisted in coaching the Senior Primary Choir, participating in the Sing in Harmonic competition, and mentoring students in various cultural and academic programmes such as the ATKV Jeugtak, Redenaars, and Spellathon.
Librarian
South Africa
03.2018
Served as a temporary relief librarian, managing the library’s daily operations, assisting students and staff with research needs, and promoting a love for reading within the school community.
Teacher: Geography and Civil Technology (Grades 10, 11, and 12)
Harrismith High School
Harrismith, South Africa
01.2010
Taught Geography and Civil Technology to senior students, focusing on both theoretical and practical components of the subjects
Prepared students for their final exams, ensuring they had a strong understanding of geographical concepts and civil engineering principles
Developed lesson plans and assessments that aligned with the national curriculum standards.
Grade 3 Teacher
Harrismith Primary School
Harrismith, South Africa
01.2009
Managed a Grade 3 classroom, creating a positive and engaging learning environment for young students
Taught a broad curriculum, including literacy, numeracy, science, and social studies, using age-appropriate teaching methods
Assessed student progress and worked closely with parents to support each child’s educational development.
Substitute Teacher: Arts & Culture and Life Orientation (Grades 8 & 9)
Harrismith High School
Harrismith, South Africa
01.2008
Served as a substitute teacher for Arts & Culture and Life Orientation for Grades 8 and 9
Provided continuity in learning during the absence of regular teachers, ensuring students remained on track with their coursework
Encouraged student participation in cultural and life skills activities, fostering personal growth and self-expression.
Education
Bachelor of Education -
University of South Africa
Pretoria, South Africa
01-2019
High School Diploma -
Hennenman High School
Hennenman, South Africa
12-1997
Bilingualism
Afrikaans, English
Residency status
Australian Permanent Resident
Nickname
Rentia
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 04/28/79
Gender: Female
Nationality: South African
Marital Status: Married with 3 children
Timeline
Humanities and Social Sciences Teacher (Years 7 – 10) | House Coordinator (Whitby House) | Pastoral Care Advisor (Year 7)
Court Grammar School
01.2024 - Current
Year 5 Homeroom Teacher | Leader: Environmental Programme
Australia
01.2023 - 12.2023
Relief Teaching
Melbourne
01.2019 - 01.2022
Afrikaans Home Language Teacher (Grades 8 to 12)
Durban North College
04.2018 - 04.2019
Librarian
South Africa
03.2018
Teacher: Geography and Civil Technology (Grades 10, 11, and 12)
Harrismith High School
01.2010
Grade 3 Teacher
Harrismith Primary School
01.2009
Substitute Teacher: Arts & Culture and Life Orientation (Grades 8 & 9)