As a homemaker and former art teacher and gallery assistant, I am a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with good communication and creative problem-solving skills. I have a background in fine arts and a postgraduate certificate in education, and am well-equipped to manage administrative and practical tasks involved in running a household, as well as educating and preparing activities for children. Additionally, my experience in the art world has equipped me with the ability to oversee sales and maintain records, as well as prepare and run exhibitions. With my diverse skill set and passion for teaching and creative expression, I am confident in my ability to excel in any role that values attention to detail, communication, and organization.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
HOMEMAKER
at home
10.2016 - Current
Birthing and raising two children
Meal planning and preparation
Educating and preparing activities for my two small children in the home throughout the pandemic
Doing laundry for all members of the household
Takingthe children outside and on excursions for exercise and socialization
Managing administrative and practical tasks involved with running a household
Volunteering at the preschool and elementary school that my children are attending
ELEMENTARY ART TEACHER
Curro Century City Primary School
01.2015 - 11.2015
Assisting other teachers with their classes when needed
Designed engaging lesson plans that fostered artistic growth while adhering to state and national standards for arts education (for grades 1-3).
Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
Participated in professional development opportunities to remain current on trends and research related to arts education.
Managed materials inventory effectively, ensuring adequate supplies were available for all students'' needs without exceeding budget constraints.
ASSISTANT TEACHER
Blouberg Ridge Primary
01.2014 - 12.2014
Assisted lead teacher with each of her classes
Attending meetings with other teachers, as well as parent-teacher conferences
Assisted lead teacher with administrative tasks, grading students' work and lesson preparation
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Running an extra-curricular gardening club twice a week
Stepping in as a substitute teacher when needed
Participated in professional development opportunities, staying informed of best practices for teaching strategies and educational technologies.
Administrator
Art Times Magazine
09.2012 - 08.2013
Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
Organized workflow and delegated tasks.
Maintained relationships with advertisers.
Kept track of payments made by advertisers
Proof-read the magazine before it went to print.
Established an organized filing system that streamlined document retrieval and reduced misplaced files.
Facilitated communication between departments, ensuring smooth operation and timely completion of projects.
GALLERY ADMINISTRATOR
Everard Read Cape Town
03.2008 - 11.2008
Overseeing sales of artworks and dealing with clients
Recording and maintaining information of artworks in the database
Assisting with setting up art exhibitions
Making notes at meetings
Visiting artists at their studios and talking to them about their process
Overseeing the framing of artworks
Overseeing shipment and delivery of artworks
Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Foundation Phase (Teaching Kindergarten - Grade 3)
Unisa
Pretoria, South Africa
09.2015
BA - Fine Arts in Printmaking and Photography
University of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa
10.2007
No Degree - 200 Hr Yoga Teacher Training
Greta Hill
Seattle, WA
03-2025
Skills
Detail oriented and conscientious
Communicative and good with people
Creative problem-solving abilities
Computer efficient
Good organizational skills
Friendly, positive attitude
Dependable and responsible
Interests
Knitting and Crocheting
I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
Avid Reader
Gardening
Printmaking
Running
Pilates
Yoga
Hiking
Timeline
HOMEMAKER
at home
10.2016 - Current
ELEMENTARY ART TEACHER
Curro Century City Primary School
01.2015 - 11.2015
ASSISTANT TEACHER
Blouberg Ridge Primary
01.2014 - 12.2014
Administrator
Art Times Magazine
09.2012 - 08.2013
GALLERY ADMINISTRATOR
Everard Read Cape Town
03.2008 - 11.2008
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Foundation Phase (Teaching Kindergarten - Grade 3)