Deshni Naidoo

My main objective is to be a forward-thinking and adaptable educator who is able to create a safe, effective classroom is which I am able to use my knowledge and skills to prepare my learners for the real world, while simultaneously developing my own ways of thinking.

Computer Studies & EMS Teacher (Gr1-7) at Pansdrift Primary School (2026-01 – Present)

• Planning and executing effective lesson plans for the relevant subjects
• Substitution for absent educator
• Supporting learners' academic and emotional needs
• Participating in extra-mural activities
• Developing relevant assessments
• Ensure close communication with parents
• Adapt lessons in the case of lack of availability of resources

English Home Language Teacher (Gr4-7) at Bentley Preparatory School (2023-02 – 2025-12)

• Planning and executing effective lesson plans for the relevant subjects
• Substitution for absent educators
• Supporting learners' academic and emotional needs
• Participating in extra-mural activities and fundraising
• Developing relevant assessments
• Ensure close communication with parents

Intermediate Phase Private Tutor at Axiom Private Tutoring (2022-07 – 2022-12)

• Monitoring and reporting on learner progress
• Planning lessons to accommodate learner needs
• Supporting learners' academic and emotional needs
• Choosing and creating appropriate assessments, that encourage active learning and participation
• Presenting online lessons using platforms like Zoom, to effectively teach learners, remotely

Grade 7 Teaching Experience at Reddford House Blue Hills (2022-01 – 2022-12)

I developed and taught integrative Grade 7 lesson plans across multiple subjects in line with CAPS requirements, using engaging strategies to encourage learner participation. My role included implementing effective behaviour management strategies, observing and supporting teachers in the classroom, and designing relevant worksheets and activities. I also initiated a social action project addressing bullying, invigilated examinations, and fulfilled additional duties such as break-time and after-school supervision, substitute teaching, and assisting with marking and capturing assessment results.

Grade 6 Teaching Experience at Bentley Preparatory School (2021-01 – 2021-12)

I developed and taught integrative Grade 6 lesson plans for English First Language, Natural Sciences, and Mathematics in line with CAPS requirements, with a focus on active learner engagement. My role included implementing effective behaviour management strategies, observing and supporting teachers in the classroom, and designing engaging worksheets and activities. Additional responsibilities involved morning and afternoon car-park duty, break-time supervision, substitute teaching, and assisting with the marking of assessments.

Grade 4 Teaching Experience at Midland Primary and High School (2019-01 – 2019-12)

I developed and taught integrative Grade 4 Social Sciences and Mathematics lesson plans in accordance with CAPS requirements, designed to actively engage learners and encourage participation. I implemented effective behaviour management strategies, observed and assisted teachers during lessons, and designed engaging worksheets and activities. Additional responsibilities included assisting with after-school car-park duty, acting as a substitute teacher, and teaching extra lessons when staff members were unavailable due to other commitments.

Bachelor of Education in Intermediate Phase in Intermediate Phase Teaching – The IIE's Varsity College (now known as EMERIS) (2020-01 – 2022-12)

National Senior Certificate (NSC) – Hartbeespoort High School (2013-01 – 2017-12)