Seasoned leader with a robust track record from Absa, Barclays Bank to pioneering Einsteins in Action Daycare. Expertise in MS Office, adept at community engagement, and excelling in adaptive learning environments. Demonstrated success in coaching, with a flair for fostering leadership qualities in diverse teams.
Work History
Program Manager -Community Access Group
2 Months
Annandale Village | 06.2026 - Current
Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement program strategies enhancing resident care and engagement.
Managed project timelines and deliverables, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance standards.
Facilitated stakeholder meetings to gather insights, drive decision-making, and foster collaboration across departments.
Developed training programs for staff, promoting best practices in program implementation and resident support services.
Direct Support Professional
10 Months
Annandale Village | 10.2025 - Current
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Monitored client behaviors and health status, reporting changes to appropriate personnel.
Assisted with personal care tasks, fostering dignity and respect for individuals served.
Supported clients in daily living activities, enhancing independence and quality of life.
Community Access Professional
11 Months
Annandale Village | 09.2025 - Current
Waiver Program Community Access Professional
Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Assistant Director
1 Year 10 Months
1st Creative Learning Academy | 10.2024 - Current
Led curriculum development initiatives to enhance educational quality and engagement.
Mentored teaching staff to improve instructional techniques and classroom management skills.
Streamlined operational processes to increase efficiency in daily academy functions.
Collaborated with stakeholders to design and implement strategic educational programs.
Group Training Instructor - Freelance position
28 Years 5 Months
Virgin Active Fitness Club/Health and Racquette Club | 01.1994 - 06.2022
Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.
Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
Early Childhood Development Facilitator
3 Months
Thandulwazi | 02.2022 - 05.2022
Owner/Director
8 Years 3 Months
Einsteins in Action Daycare and Aftercare | 02.2014 - 05.2022
Analyzed program outcomes through data-driven approaches, identifying areas for improvement and optimizing service delivery.
Oversaw budget management processes, ensuring efficient allocation of resources aligned with program objectives.
Established partnerships with community organizations to enhance service offerings and broaden resource accessibility for residents.
Mentored junior staff on project management principles, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.
Sales Area Manager
4 Years
Absa, Barclays Bank | 01.1998 - 01.2002
Customer Service Official, Managers Clerk
4 Years
Standard Bank | 01.1994 - 01.1998
Facilitated workshops and conducted one-on-one training to educate team members.
Conducted comprehensive program evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and recommending actionable solutions.
Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
Field worker (Research on Hygiene issues)
2 Years 1 Month
Human Sciences Research Council | 11.1986 - 12.1988
Education
Level 3 TEFL 120 HRS - Teaching
The TEFL Academy | Online | 09-2023
- Ace Group Fitness Study Program
ACE University | USA | 05-2025
Programme in Grade R Teaching - Early Childhood Education (AECE)
University of South Africa | Pretoria, South Africa | 05-2021
Childcare Management - Early Childhood Education (AECE)
University of South Africa | Pretoria, South Africa | 03-2020
Banking Services Advice - Banking
Milpark Education | Johannesburg, South Africa | 12-2011
Skills
Community Engagement
Training facilitation
Leadership development
Coaching and Mentoring
Program development
Adaptive Learning
MS Office proficiency
Client Relationship Management
Accomplishments
Standard Bank - nominated as the best customer service official, had an interview with Isabel Jones (Customer Service Guru)
Absa Barclays - Greenstone Branch nominated as the best performing branch in Sales, three times in a row
Health and Racquette Club - Represented Durban eastern team in Kimberley and obtained the first position.
Certification
Certificate of Completion: Health and Safety: Child Development, Training Date: 2024-10-29, Clock Hours: 6.00
Certificate of Completion: Health and Safety: Health and Nutrition, Training Date: 2024-10-29, Clock Hours: 5.00
Certificate of Completion: Health and Safety: Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Training Date: 2024-10-29, Clock Hours: 4.00
Certificate of Completion: Core Rules: Family Child Care Learning Home Overview 2.0, Training Date: 2022-10-29, Clock Hours: 2.00
Certificate of Completion: Fire Safety Safety Training, Training Date: 2024-10-29, Expiration Date: 2026-10-29
CPR First Aid Savers, Certification Date: 2024-10-26, Renew by: 2026-10-26, Certificate# 711
Professional Development Certificate: Transportation Safety: Keeping Kids Safe in Georgia, Training Date: 2023-03-11, Clock Hours: 2.0
Timeline
Program Manager -Community Access Group
Annandale Village
06.2026 - CurrentRead More
Direct Support Professional
Annandale Village
10.2025 - CurrentRead More
Community Access Professional
Annandale Village
09.2025 - CurrentRead More
Assistant Director
1st Creative Learning Academy
10.2024 - CurrentRead More
Early Childhood Development Facilitator
Thandulwazi
02.2022 - 05.2022Read More
Owner/Director
Einsteins in Action Daycare and Aftercare
02.2014 - 05.2022Read More
Sales Area Manager
Absa, Barclays Bank
01.1998 - 01.2002Read More
Group Training Instructor - Freelance position
Virgin Active Fitness Club/Health and Racquette Club
01.1994 - 06.2022Read More
Customer Service Official, Managers Clerk
Standard Bank
01.1994 - 01.1998Read More
Field worker (Research on Hygiene issues)
Human Sciences Research Council
11.1986 - 12.1988Read More
Milpark Education
Banking Services Advice from Banking
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University of South Africa
Childcare Management from Early Childhood Education (AECE)
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University of South Africa
Programme in Grade R Teaching from Early Childhood Education (AECE)
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