Dimakatso Mashala
BIRCHLEIGH NORTH
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong foundation in leadership, communication, and initiative skills. Demonstrates flexibility and intellectual prowess through the implementation of innovative tactics that drive social media growth. Committed to leveraging character skills to achieve organisational goals and foster a collaborative work environment.
Dedicated Teacher with a strong background in fostering positive relationships and enhancing student development. Established supportive learning environments through effective teaching strategies and personalised instruction. Focused on promoting inclusive education and academic success through innovative lesson planning.
Passionate teaching professional committed to providing students with positive educational experiences. Quickly builds productive relationships through excellent communication and instruction. Adapts teaching styles and methods to maximise student potential.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Norkem Park primary school
01.2018 - 12.2025
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Used effective teaching methods to assist with student development, including collaborative learning, positive reinforcement, modelling and explicit instruction.
- Maintained trusting student relationships by providing both educational and emotional support to students.
- Observed and assessed student performance to identify areas requiring improvement.
- Planned and implemented lessons utilising variety of teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Created lesson plans in accordance with national curriculum and school-wide curriculum standards.
- Prepared unit and lesson plans for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines and common core standards.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs, interests, and abilities, promoting inclusive education.
- Monitored progress through classwork, coursework and project marking to provide extra support for struggling students.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians during parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Assigned homework and quizzes to gauge performance of students.
- Monitored and recorded student attendance, punctuality, and behaviour, addressing issues in accordance with school policies.
- Facilitated a positive learning environment by applying classroom management techniques effectively, fostering student respect and cooperation.
- Provided positive feedback to instill confidence in students.
- Tutored students in one-to-one and small group sessions to progress learning.
- Earned positive feedback from parents regarding classroom instruction and student learning success.
- Set and communicated ground rules for classroom to encourage respect and personal responsibility.
- Directed students in completing assignments and projects related to subject material.
- Accepted coaching from fellow teachers and administrators to improve teaching quality.
- Participated in school committees and working groups focused on improving school policies, environment, and community relations.
- Individualised instruction and tutoring to match student knowledge and skills.
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects to achieve universal success.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding improvements and recognising achievements to boost confidence.
- Worked outside normal hours to answer parent and student questions.
- Designed presentations, visual aids and worksheets to enhance learning experience.
- Taught students cognitive, linguistic and emotional development to promote well-roundedness.
- Simplified complex theory through clear, relevant teachings.
- Monitored and quickly implemented required curriculum changes.
- Fostered critical thinking and problem-solving skills through inquiry-based learning activities and discussions.
- Observed developments in teaching methods and technologies to innovate current practices.
- Integrated technology into the classroom to support interactive learning, including digital presentations and online resources.
- Developed and implemented innovative lesson plans that accommodated multiple intelligences and learning styles, enhancing pupil engagement.
- Created lessons to lay out foundational theories and concepts and ready students for advanced topics.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing expertise and strategies for effective teaching and classroom management.
teaching
Stadio
01.2020 - 01.2024
receptionists
Osmans optical
01.2015 - 03.2018
- Welcomed guests and clients in friendly, positive manner.
- Answered and directed incoming calls to relevant staff members using multi-line telephone system.
- Greeted visitors warmly, providing a professional first impression of the organisation.
- Met incoming customers with professional approach and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Carried out basic day-to-day administrative tasks to support staff needs.
- Maintained a tidy and welcoming reception area, upholding company standards for cleanliness.
- Responded to email inquiries promptly, delivering clear and concise information to address queries.
- Supported guests with immediate, knowledgeable assistance for diverse needs.
- Managed incoming calls efficiently, redirecting to appropriate departments to streamline communication.
- Cleaned reception area regularly to maintain professional appearance.
- Offered outstanding hospitality throughout client visits, aiding positive customer experiences and loyalty.
- Greeted arriving guests and personally escorted to offices or meeting spaces.
- Filed and maintained invoices, customer records and other paperwork to facilitate ease of retrieval.
- Handled confidential documents with discretion, following data protection guidelines to safeguard information.
- Kept reception well-stocked with reading materials, informational pamphlets and important forms.
- Compiled daily reports on reception activities, highlighting key occurrences and visitor numbers for management review.
- Trained new reception staff, sharing best practices and company policies to maintain service standards.
- Captured and processed client information, entering data into online systems for wider company use.
- Monitored office supplies inventory, placing orders before stock depletion to avoid disruptions.
- Organised smooth flow of incoming and outgoing parcels and communication.
worked alone most of the times
Photo and Internet cafe
01.2011 - 01.2015
Guest Relation
South point
01.2010 - 01.2011
receptionists and Banqueting
Primer Hotel
01.2009 - 01.2010
Travel and Tourism
Boston Business College
01.2007 - 01.2009
hostess
Macdonalds
Kempton Park
01.2006 - 01.2009
cashier and waitress
Roman's
01.2004 - 01.2006
Education
Travel and Tourism - Travel and tourism
Boston Business College
2011
BED - Teacher
Stadio
01.2024
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Communication skills
- Initiative skills
- Character Skills
- Flexibility
- Intellectual
- Implemented innovative tactics driving social media growth
Languages
English
Afrikaans
Sotho
Zulu
References
- Karel Du Plessis, Manager, 011 972 5444
- Miss S Anderson, Principal, 011 972 4231
Hobbies and Interests
- Novel reading
- Extra jobs
Other
I am very eager to start at your company as this will drive me to new beginnings and life changing
Timeline
teaching
Stadio
01.2020 - 01.2024
Teacher
Norkem Park primary school
01.2018 - 12.2025
receptionists
Osmans optical
01.2015 - 03.2018
worked alone most of the times
Photo and Internet cafe
01.2011 - 01.2015
Guest Relation
South point
01.2010 - 01.2011
receptionists and Banqueting
Primer Hotel
01.2009 - 01.2010
Travel and Tourism
Boston Business College
01.2007 - 01.2009
hostess
Macdonalds
01.2006 - 01.2009
cashier and waitress
Roman's
01.2004 - 01.2006
Travel and Tourism - Travel and tourism
Boston Business College
BED - Teacher
Stadio