- Microsoft Office
Tasmin Jooste
Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School) Teacher
Johannesburg
Summary
Energetic Elementary School Teacher driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies. Excellent at working with different learning styles.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Elementary School Teacher position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Enthusiastic, creative, passionate, and effective teacher with the need to help children progress, as well as providing a positive learning and teaching environment. Passionate teacher who enjoys sharing and gaining knowledge to inspire children as well as colleagues. Organized teacher; with a neat workspace and the love of creating a positive environment for students as well as co-workers.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certificates
Work History
Elementary ESL Teacher
English of Sogang University
Paju
02.2021 - Current
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Created monthly academic status reports based on in-depth student evaluations.
- Emphasized critical thinking through small group activities.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
2nd Grade Teacher
Crawford International
Johannesburg
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Planned lessons according to International Baccalaureate standards to cover requirements.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
1st Grade Teacher
Crawford International
Johannesburg
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Kept classroom clean, organized and safe for students and visitors.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
Student Teacher
Crawford International
Johannesburg
01.2013 - 12.2017
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Had one-on-one sessions with struggling students to increase classroom GPAs and individual student success.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Education Early Childhood Development
01.2013 - 10.2018
Major Subjects:
• Professional Studies
• Educational Themes
Skills
- Classroom management
Software
- IT Troubleshooting
Certification
- Making the PYP happen: Implementing agency, International Baccalaureate Organization
Timeline
- Licensed Teacher - Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand - Provisional Practising Certificate
04-2022
- Making the PYP happen: Implementing agency, International Baccalaureate Organization
03-2021
Elementary ESL Teacher - English of Sogang University
02.2021 - Current
2nd Grade Teacher - Crawford International
01.2019 - 12.2021
1st Grade Teacher - Crawford International
01.2018 - 12.2018
Student Teacher - Crawford International
01.2013 - 12.2017
University of South Africa - Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Education Early Childhood Development
01.2013 - 10.2018
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