Makopo Phillis Matentsi
Polokwane
Summary
Proven educator from Thobela Primary School, adept in Classroom Management and fostering critical thinking. Excelled in creating supportive environments, enhancing student engagement by 30%, and fostering team collaboration. Skilled in motivating students and ensuring their academic and emotional growth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Thobela Primary School
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Teacher
Marobe Primary School
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Education
Associate of Science - Post Graduate Certificate In Education
University of South Africa
Groblersdal10.2019
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology And Biochemistry
University of Venda
Thohoyandou09.2016
High School Diploma -
St Pauls High School
Groblersdal12.2011
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Problem-Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Safety Protocols
Certification
First Aid certificate.
Safety Rep certificate
Languages
English
Professional Working
zulu
Full Professional
Sepedi
Full Professional
Venda
Limited Working
Timeline
Teacher
Thobela Primary School
03.2022 - 08.2022
Teacher
Marobe Primary School
01.2020 - 12.2021
Associate of Science - Post Graduate Certificate In Education
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology And Biochemistry
University of Venda
High School Diploma -
St Pauls High School
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