Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Accomplishments
LANGUAGES
Hobbies and Interests
LINK
Certification
Timeline
Generic
Wynand Van Zyl

Wynand Van Zyl

Gladstone

Summary

A highly regarded Health and Physical Education Teacher with extensive experience in classroom management, student engagement, and innovative teaching practices aimed at creating engaging, impactful lessons that drive student achievement and motivation. My proven ability to foster a positive and supportive learning environment has allowed me to build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. I am a creative, organised, and student-centered educator who thrives in fast-paced, diverse, and collaborative settings.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Sport| Health and Physical Education

Trinity College
01.2024 - Current
  • Provide expert technical advice and support to teachers in Health and Physical Education (HPE) and Sport.
  • Ensure curriculum alignment by reviewing school-based assessments against established QCAA standards.
  • Develop and communicate clear subject overviews, incorporating effective teaching and assessment strategies.
  • Oversee collaborative programme planning and implementation across the HPE and Sport department.
  • Conduct thorough unit plan reviews, providing constructive feedback following peer review processes.
  • Manage timely submission of all unit plans and associated documentation.
  • Facilitate collaborative curriculum planning sessions and led curriculum moderation, ensuring consistent teacher judgments across the faculty.
  • Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and performance management among the teaching staff.
  • Provide strategic oversight and day to day leadership for all HPE and sport programmes, ensuring high-quality learning experiences.
  • Manage the HPE and Sport faculty, including budget allocation and adherence to policies and procedures.
  • Staff performance appraisals and lesson observations to foster professional growth and enhance performance.
  • Promote staff development through engagement in external professional and community networks.
  • Led the strategic development of a comprehensive sporting vision and talent pathways aligned with the college's strategic goals.
  • Organise and manage Inter-School collaborations, particularly with CSL schools, to ensure mutual benefit.

PE Teacher and Deputy Head of Year 8

The Manchester Grammar School
09.2015 - 01.2024
  • Designed and delivered engaging Physical Education lessons for students aged 8-18, focusing on skill development, fitness improvement, and healthy lifestyle promotion.
  • Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback, and guided students toward achieving their individual fitness goals.
  • Served as Deputy Head of Year 8, responsible for the welfare and safety of all Year 8 students, fostering positive relationships and demonstrating care and concern.
  • Led the organization of Junior Inter-House competitions and co-curricular after-school sports programs for Years 3-6.
  • Oversaw Physical Education instruction for Years 7-13, encompassing a wide range of sports including swimming, badminton, athletics, cricket, volleyball, hockey, tennis, rugby, basketball, and football, as well as health-related fitness.
  • Managed a team of academic teachers as Head of Year 8 Games, providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality Physical Education instruction.
  • Ensured the smooth operation of Physical Education classes, collaborating with support staff to maintain equipment and facilities in safe and optimal condition.

Director of Rugby

Heaton Moor
06.2020 - 04.2023
  • As the Director of Rugby, my primary focus was to strengthen the fundamental aspects of rugby within the senior men's section.
  • This entailed developing high-quality activities, developing long-term strategies, and creating monthly social media plans to promote the philosophy.
  • I also published regular reports on team administration, retention, recruitment, and entry strategies.
  • Moreover, I oversaw regular training sessions and Saturday matches, providing continuity in team development.
  • It was essential to maintain high standards, reinforce identity and culture, and ensure the growth of the club.
  • During my tenure as Director of Rugby at Heaton Moor, I successfully led the club to growth over the past three years.
  • Developed strategic training programs to enhance player performance and team cohesion.

U16 Academy Coach

Sale Sharks Academy
09.2018 - 04.2022
  • In my role as a part-time academy coach, I had the responsibility of identifying potential in individual players and focusing on their development.
  • This involved providing mentorship, guidance, and feedback to help players acquire the necessary skills to progress in the academy.
  • Additionally, I regularly communicated with players and their guardians to provide updates on progress, address concerns, and answer any questions that may arise.
  • My duties also included identifying talented young players who could potentially become professional rugby players.
  • As an academy rugby coach, I played a crucial role in the development of young rugby players, both on and off the field.

Assistant PE Teacher

Essential Education
09.2014 - 08.2015
  • As an assistant physical education teacher employed by an agency, I had the opportunity to work in a diverse and challenging environment.
  • My responsibilities included teaching physical education to students at multiple schools in Rochdale and Bury, as well as overseeing extracurricular activities such as sports teams, fitness sessions, and outdoor programs.
  • I was tasked with developing lesson plans that aligned with school and curriculum standards, assisting student progress, and communicating with parents, teachers, and administrators.
  • One of the benefits of working for an agency was the flexibility in scheduling and work locations.
  • I frequently substituted at different schools and worked in various geographic areas, including up to seven different schools in a year.
  • I also had to stay up-to-date with the latest teaching methods and technologies and attended professional development workshops and conferences offered by Essential Education.

Education

Post Graduate Certificate in Education -

Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester United Kingdom
01.2019

Bachelor Science - Sports Coaching

Leeds Metropolitan University
01.2014

Skills

  • Committed
  • Organised
  • Leader
  • Adaptable
  • Patience
  • Creative

Accomplishments

    Successfully led the redesign and alignment of curriculum content to meet Version 9 of the Australian Curriculum and Senior 2025 requirements, ensuring contemporary, relevant, and future-focused learning experiences for students.

LANGUAGES

English
Afrikaans

Hobbies and Interests

Spending Time With The Family, Travelling And Seeing The World, Watching TV, Reading Books, Coaching/Playing Sport

LINK

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wynand-van-zyl-98832a376/

Certification

Rugby Level 2

Strength and Conditioning Level 2

Rugby Referee

Handball Level 1

Football (Soccer) Level 1

National Pool Lifeguard Qualification


Timeline

Director of Sport| Health and Physical Education

Trinity College
01.2024 - Current

Director of Rugby

Heaton Moor
06.2020 - 04.2023

U16 Academy Coach

Sale Sharks Academy
09.2018 - 04.2022

PE Teacher and Deputy Head of Year 8

The Manchester Grammar School
09.2015 - 01.2024

Assistant PE Teacher

Essential Education
09.2014 - 08.2015

Bachelor Science - Sports Coaching

Leeds Metropolitan University

Post Graduate Certificate in Education -

Manchester Metropolitan University

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Wynand Van Zyl