Jacolien Coetzee

Work history

American School of Bengurir

Ben Guerir, Marrakesh-Safi

08.2021 - Current

Integrated creative learning strategies, such as games and team-building exercises, resulting in increased classroom engagement.
Established strong, supportive relationships with families, encouraging parental involvement to boost children's achievement.
Prepared and delivered creative curriculum for children aged 9, 10 and 11 in subjects including maths and English.
Supervised and mentored teaching assistants to build confidence and cultivate effective classroom environments.
Utilised visual aids and classroom displays to support engaging lesson delivery and enhance student understanding.
Marked and provided constructive feedback on homework tasks and class projects.
Led parent meetings to discuss student attendance, attainment and behaviour.
Evaluated own teaching critically to identify weak areas and make improvements.
Set expectations for behaviour and dealt with discipline cases as outlined in school policies.
Identified SEN and gifted students to provide access to extra resources and services.
Supervised sports, excursions and other extra-curricular activities.
Planned and presented lessons catering to varying needs and abilities.

American School of Bengurir

Ben Guerir, Marrakesh-Safi

08.2021 - Current

Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
Prioritised strategies to develop responsible, independent learners.
Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student engagement.

American School of Ulaanbataar

Ulaanbataar

08.2016 - 06.2021

Observed children during social interactions and encouraged positive choices for minimising and resolving conflicts.
Offered students personalised support during in-class activities and projects.
Prepared necessary equipment and technology ahead of class.
Helped teachers with lesson plan development, class preparation and student mentoring, improving overall department attainment.
Organised class spaces and prepared materials for upcoming teacher lessons.
Delivered additional learning support opportunities to small student groups, enabling improved academic confidence.
Applied student assessment information to personalise support for students struggling with assignments.
Maintained child safety, security and good behaviour during classroom and outdoor activities.
Supported teachers in managing challenging student behaviour, conducting progress meetings to provide feedback and recommend appropriate action.
Taught students important learning, study and behaviour management skills for academic success.
Maximised student engagement and receptive learning by educating students using individualised instructional approaches.

Al Naseem International School

Al Riffa

10.2008 - 07.2016

Prepared additional learning resources and aids to promote inclusivity in learning.
Created a friendly, positive and inspiring learning environment to facilitate interactions amongst students.
Supported teachers in managing challenging student behaviour, contributing to progress meetings to provide feedback, raise concerns and recommend appropriate action.
Worked with students in small groups and 1:1 to provide additional support with activities and lessons, offering constructive feedback and advice to develop skills.
Shared information about students with parents, other staff and internal and external agencies in line with shool policies.
Provided feedback to students in relation to progress and attainment following instructions from teachers.
Took part in school training activities to advance knowledge in working with students with specific learning difficulties.
Monitored students response to learning activities and modified appropriately to achieve intended learning outcomes.