Mayvis Nomusa Maduma
Newcastle
Summary
Experienced English Teacher with 28 years in curriculum development and student engagement. Specialises in creating tailored lesson plans that foster inclusive learning environments and drive student success. Utilises diverse teaching methods to accommodate varying learning styles, enhancing academic outcomes and student confidence. Committed to professional development and building strong relationships with students and parents to support educational growth.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Retired English Teacher
Sabela High School
Newcastle
1997.01 - 2024.06
- As educator, I have developed Departmental policies
- Established safe learning environment to make students feel comfortable, secure and confident.
- Guided and motivated learners and colleagues through collaborative activities.
- Delivered and prepared engaging lessons on a daily basis to meet curriculum standards.
- Assessed learners' needs daily to tailor educational approaches.
- Evaluated learner assignments to identify obstacles to progress.
- Addressed and resolved grievances related to teaching practices.
- Managed classroom dynamics effectively, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Planned lessons with dynamic discussions and exercises to promote engagement.
- Used varied teaching methods to foster and stimulate enthusiasm for learning and maintain motivation.
- Evaluated students' comprehension of lessons through relevant test questions.
- Maintained uniformity in educators' files by regularly monitoring and organising them.
- Modified teaching strategies to meet diverse learning styles.
- Assessed student progress through regular assignments, tests, and oral presentations, providing constructive feedback.
- Enhanced writing skills by designing creative and comprehensive exercises that engaged students.
- Set clear targets for students learning, building on prior learning and advising on students expectations
- Delivered interactive lectures on English literature, grammar, and writing techniques, enhancing student understanding.
- Built and maintained positive and professioanl relationships with students and instructional team members.
- Managed pupil behaviour, applying appropriate and effective measures in cases of misbehaviour.
- Updated learning resources to achieve curriculum goals.
- Discussed pupils' progress with parents and carers, building open and honest relationships.
- Monitored students' attendance and behaviour and followed up in case of negative changes.
- Designed and implemented engaging English curriculum to meet diverse student needs and foster language development.
- Monitored and documented student attendance, behaviour, and academic progress, adhering to school policies.
- Complied with national standards in English language teaching for designated age groups.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational trends and pedagogical techniques.
- Developed constructive feedback on homework to drive attainment.
- Equipped students with smart revision techniques to improve exam pass rate.
- Collaborated with colleagues in the development of interdisciplinary lessons, integrating English with other subjects.
- Utilised multimedia resources and technology to enrich teaching methods and engage a digital-savvy generation.
- Tailored feedback and support for students requiring extra help, scheduling one-to-one tutoring sessions.
- Engaged parents and guardians in the educational process through regular communication and meetings.
- Coordinated with the English department to align lesson plans with national curriculum standards and objectives.
- Adapted teaching style for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
- Facilitated extracurricular activities, including drama clubs and reading groups, fostering a love for English literature among students.
- Researched current trends in English content and instructional methods appropriate to teaching English to different learning styles.
- Advocated for the integration of critical thinking and problem-solving exercises in the English curriculum to develop key skills.
- Facilitated debate clubs and public speaking workshops to enhance students' confidence and oral communication skills.
- Supervised after-school activities to ensure student safety.
- Led professional learning communities within the school to discuss and implement innovative teaching methodologies.
- Inducted students to provide academic advice, counselling and draw up individual learning plans.
- Developed and maintained a comprehensive library of teaching resources, including textbooks, novels, and digital materials.
- Contributed articles and teaching tips to the school's newsletter, sharing best practices with the wider educational community.
- Organised field trips to literary festivals and theatres, providing students with real-world connections to curriculum content.
- Adapted teaching methods to meet changing needs of classes and individuals.
- Built student confidence through interactive teaching and conducting character-building exercises.
- Communicated student progress, improvements required and targets to parents.
- Assessed students' progress and identified barriers to learning, tailoring support to individual needs.
- Developed lesson plans following government curriculums and exam syllabi.
- Improved student grades through ongoing motivation and providing constructive feedback.
- Motivated students by assigning tailored targets and learning objectives.
- Marked students' homework and mock exams, providing clear feedback.
- Held revision sessions to help students revise for exams.
- Managed pupil behaviour through appropriate discipline and positive reinforcement.
- Provided one-to-one tutoring to struggling and underachieving pupils.
- Created inclusive and well-rounded lessons, accommodating to all student abilities.
- Defined learning outcomes and targets at the beginning of lessons.
- Empowered students to take ownership of their own learning and academic development.
- Organised and participated in extracurricular programmes, social activities and sporting events.
- Taught lessons using podcasts, interactive whiteboards and informative videos to accommodate different learning styles.
- Contributed to departmental and school-wide meetings.
- Used safeguarding principles to provide pastoral support and identify students requiring further support.
- Selected exam board and syllabus best suited to learning style and interests of specific cohorts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English, History
Vista University
Soweto,Johannesburg1995
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Team collaboration
- Student assessment
- Curriculum development
- Educational technology
- Instructional design
- Parent engagement
- Differentiated instruction
- Critical thinking
- Communication skills
- Conflict resolution
- Motivational speaking
- Professional development
- Inclusive practices
- Patience and empathy
- Student behaviour management
- English as a foreign language (EFL) teaching
- Motivational communication
- Critical thinking skills
- Creative class planning
- Grammar rules
- Behaviour management
- Exam preparation
- Motivational strategies
- Student motivation techniques
- Testing English comprehension
- English grammar expertise
- Examination preparation
- Public speaking competence
- Peer collaboration
- Language proficiency
- Teaching differentiation
- Critical thinking facilitation
- Constructive feedback giving
- Teacher training and mentoring
- Smart classroom technology usage
- Examination preparation methods
- ESL
- Constructive feedback
- Interactive whiteboard use
- Debating and public speaking exercises
- Online learning platforms mastery
- Pupil assessment
- Creative writing coaching
- Inspiring leader
- Composition lessons
- A-level English curriculum teaching
- Student safeguarding
- Background in literature
- Record keeping efficiency
- Coursework assessments
- Interpreting literature
- Literacy outcomes
- Modern literature
- Literacy promotion
- Pastoral care
- Essay structure and rhetoric
- Poetry slam hosting
- Positive attitude
- Creative thinking
- Subject knowledge
- Time-management
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Work Availability
monday
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friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Retired English Teacher
Sabela High School
1997.01 - 2024.06
Bachelor of Arts - English, History
Vista University