Malie Botes

Experienced and passionate Early Years Educator bringing forth expertise in providing differentiated, tailored learning experiences for students ages 3 to 7 years old. Adept in designing and implementing a comprehensive curriculum that meets specific learning outcomes, as well as education requirements and standards. Bringing forth the ability to accurately assess the needs of different students and provide appropriate suggestions and support. Experienced using various teaching techniques, experience with EYFS curriculum and the NEL curriculum, and the drive to continue to grow and advance as an Early Years Educator.

Julia Gabriel Kindergarten - Homeroom Teacher K2 & K3

February 2021– July 2023

Homeroom teacher to K2 and K3 students (4 - 6 years old). Responsible for developing and implementing activities that improve students' learning and behavioral skills, self-help skills and overall social and emotional development. Teaching Mathematics, Science, Art and Culture, and English as a second additional language. Ensuring open communication with parents and administration regarding students' growth and well-being.

Education First, Kids and Teens – Director of Studies

November 2019–February 2021

Director of Studies serves as the line manager to the teacher team at a Language Training center. 

The following include the responsibilities of a Director of Studies:

• Training the teacher team 
• Recognizing areas for improvement within all departments, including the sales department, and taking on the responsibility of finding and implementing the solution.
• Professional development of staff members
• Creating schedules and working closely with the Sales Team in merging classes, opening new time slots for future classes while balancing the teachers' academic hours.
• Assigning teacher tasks
• Building cross department relations
• Teacher Performance Reviews
• Payroll

Education First, Kids and Teens – Lead Senior Teacher

March 2016–November 2019

The Lead Senior Teacher serves as the Director of Studies' support in managing the teaching team at a Language Training center.

The following include the responsibilities of a Lead Senior Teacher:

• Teaching English as a Second Language to students ages 3 - 18 years old
• Mentoring and training the teacher team
• Act as line manager to a small group of teachers
  • observing their classes and finding areas for development
  • creating action plan for development and further training needed
  • performance reviews
• Responsible for weekly cover schedule
• Assigning teacher tasks
• Building cross department relations

Vergenoeg Primary School – Teacher

May 2014–December 2015

Teaching the following grades and subjects in Afrikaans:

Grade 5:

• Mathematics

• History

Grade 6:

• Mathematics

• Social Sciences

Grade 7:

• Mathematics

• Arts and Culture

University of Sunderland 

PGCE – Post Graduate Certificate in Education Early Years Education

April 2022 – February 2023

A Critical Analysis of a Curriculum for The Early Years - Pass

Practice Of Teaching - Pass

Observing And Assessing Young Childrens Learning and Literacy Development - Pass

Negotiated Individual Study in Early Years Teaching - Pass.

UNISA – University of South Africa

Mathematics 1 & 2

January 2013 – December 2015

Calculus B - Pass NQF level 6

Linear Algebra 2 - Pass NQF level 6

Introduction into Discrete Mathematics - Pass NQF level 6

Geometry (Mathematics 218 for BEd) - Pass NQF level 6

Precalculus Mathematics A - Pass NQF level 5

Precalculus Mathematics B - Pass with Distinction NQF level 5

Calculus A - Pass NQF level 5

Tshwane University of Technology and Northlink College

Baccalaureus Technologiae Drama and Speech 

January 2008 – December 2011

Northlink College in affiliation with Tshwane University of Technology (1st year done at Northlink College and 2nd-4th year completed at Tshwane University of Technology. Equivalent to an Honors Degree)