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Pieter Van Der Merwe

Weimar

Summary

Versatile educator with extensive experience teaching special education, physical education, english, mathematics, and science to diverse age groups. Proven success in managing classroom behavior, developing interactive lesson plans, and maintaining accurate student records. Bringing strong skills in individualized instruction, student engagement, and curriculum development.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher - Special Education

Goudwes School
01.2019 - 08.2021
  • Taught Physical Education, Science, and Upholstery to students aged 13 - 21 to students with special educational needs.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Private Mathematics Tutor

Annemie Engelbrecht
01.2017 - 12.2018


  • Provided one-on-one mathematics tutoring to students between the ages of 10 and 16.
  • Managed financial operations, student recruitment, and curriculum development for my own small business.

Field Guide/ Safari Ranger

&Beyond Ngala Private Game Reserve
01.2010 - 12.2013
  • Served as a tour guide, leading clients on game drives through Big 5 Safari areas twice a day.
  • Cultivated a friendly atmosphere by connecting with guests and facilitating social interactions.

Teacher

The Quality English School
11.2008 - 10.2009


  • Instructed English to children ages 6-14.
  • Managed and maintained positive classroom conduct.
  • Designed educational materials.
  • Ensured precise documentation of student performance.

Teacher

Lighthouse Christian College
01.2007 - 12.2008


  • Taught Mathematical literacy to students aged 14 - 18 years of age
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.

Barman

Crystal Springs Mountain Lodge
01.2005 - 12.2007

Education

Teaching English In A Foreign Language (TEFL/TESOL - English

Global Language Training
London, UK
09.2020

Post-Graduate Certificate in Education - Technology

University of South Africa
Pretoria, South Africa
03.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Information Science

University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa
09.2006

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Lesson Planning
  • Student Engagement
  • Group and individual instruction

Languages

english
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Intermediate (B1)

Timeline

Teacher - Special Education

Goudwes School
01.2019 - 08.2021

Private Mathematics Tutor

Annemie Engelbrecht
01.2017 - 12.2018

Field Guide/ Safari Ranger

&Beyond Ngala Private Game Reserve
01.2010 - 12.2013

Teacher

The Quality English School
11.2008 - 10.2009

Teacher

Lighthouse Christian College
01.2007 - 12.2008

Barman

Crystal Springs Mountain Lodge
01.2005 - 12.2007

Teaching English In A Foreign Language (TEFL/TESOL - English

Global Language Training

Post-Graduate Certificate in Education - Technology

University of South Africa

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Information Science

University of Pretoria
Pieter Van Der Merwe