Aadil Patel
Secondary Teacher - Physical Education, Economic and Management Sciences, Business Studies
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About
I believe learning thrives when students feel a sense of belonging, purpose, and connection. My teaching philosophy is grounded in building positive relationships, creating inclusive learning environments, and empowering students to take ownership of their learning. I am committed to supporting the holistic development of every learner while adapting my practice to meet the diverse needs of students and the expectations of the New Zealand Curriculum.
Experience
Secondary Teacher Grade 8 to Grade 11 at Heronbridge College (2025-01 – Present)
I have taught Grade 8 and 9 Economic and Management Sciences, Grade 10 and 11 Business Studies, and Grade 8 and 9 Physical Education.
- Head of Grade 8 Economic and Management Sciences
- Head of Grade 10 Business Studies
- 1st Team girls Soccer coach
- U18C Southern Gauteng Manager - won gold medal
- U18A Indoor Southern Gauteng Manager - won bronze medal
- Rugby/Hockey coach
Secondary Teacher Grade 8 to Grade 10 at St David's Marist Inanda (2024-01 – 2024-12)
I went on many tournaments with Soccer, Hockey and Water Polo. I was the teacher in charge on various tournaments for my age groups. Southern Gauteng U18C - won silver medal on this tournament.
- Academic Support Staff
- House Tutor
- Boarding House Parent
- Sports Coach: Rugby, Soccer
- Sports Manager: 1st Water Polo & U15A Hockey
Secondary Teacher Grade 8 to Grade 11 - Internship at St David's Marist Inanda (2022-01 – 2023-12)
- House Tutor
- Boarding House Parent
- Teacher in charge of U16 Football
- U15 Rugby coach
- U14 Cricket coach
- Helped out with Academic Support and helped with students that struggled with my subjects
- Helped out with the Physical Education and helped out in the gym and plan some lessons
Primary School Teacher Grade 3 to 7 at St David's Marist Inanda Prep school (2021-05 – 2021-12)
- Preparing the PE lessons
- Leading the PE lessons U7 and U13
- Coached the Prep 3rd team Soccer
- Helped out with the Water polo space where I coached and helped out with various tournaments and festivals
Primary School Grade 3 to 7 at St Stithians Boys Prep (2019-01 – 2021-04)
Helped with the Physical Education program with the full-time teacher.
- Coached Soccer
- Coached Rugby
- Coached Cricket
- Coached Water Polo
- Coached Swimming
Sports Coach at Japari Primary School (2017-01 – 2018-12)
This was my first job and I did it part time and only came in the afternoons and I just coached a number of sports.
- Swimming
- Cricket
- Soccer
Teacher / Water Polo, Soccer, and Hockey Coach / Boarding House Assistant at Unspecified workplace (2022 – 2024)
- Water Polo, Soccer, and Hockey Coach
- Boarding House Assistant and Student Mentor
- Personal Trainer and Fitness Coach
- Sports Tour and Event Coordinator
- Community Engagement and Relationship Building
Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Education in PGCE – The Independent Institute of Education (2023-01 – 2023-12)
Diploma in Sports Development and Management – The Independent Institute of Education (2017-01 – 2020-12)
