Lona Nkewu

Compassionate, creative and effective teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.

Teacher at Eunice High School (2024-01 – Present)

• Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
• Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
• Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
• Strengthened parent-teacher communication through proactive outreach via conferences, phone calls, and email updates on student progress.
• Supported extracurricular activities such as tutoring sessions.
• Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.

Tutor at Eunice High School (2020-01 – 2023-01)

Cashier at Ekhaya Lodge Butchery (2016-01 – 2019-01)

Epoch Optima intern at Eunice High School (2023-01)

Receptionist administrator at Medi clinic Bloemfontein (2022-01)

• Expedited daily office tasks such as mail distribution, document scanning, photocopying, and data entry to ensure smooth workflow.
• Collaborated with team members on various projects to achieve department goals and improve overall efficiency.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing incoming calls and directing them to appropriate departments.
• Contributed to a positive work environment through excellent interpersonal skills and genuine care for colleagues' needs or concerns.
• Boosted company image by providing friendly, professional, and timely assistance to all visitors, clients, and vendors.
• Promoted maintenance of professional and courteous customer interactions across reception personnel.

Epoch Optima intern at Eunice High School (2021-01)

Vice Prime and Sport at University of the Free State (2021-01)

National Senior Certificate – Sterkspruit Christian Private School (2018-01 – 2018-12)

Bachelor of Education in Senior And FET Phase in Afrikaans FAL and Business Studies – University of The Free State (2024-04)

120h TEFL Certificate – Teacher Record (2022-01 – 2022-02)

B.Ed Honours – Stellenbosch University (2024-01)