Mariam Noor

An enterprising, innovative, and SACE-registered educator with over 15 years of diverse teaching and leadership experience across South Africa and the United Kingdom. Proven track record in pioneering progressive educational frameworks, including establishing the area's first Nature-based nursery school, which achieved an 85% effective learning rate and a 70% reduction in conventional resource dependencies. Highly adaptable professional with demonstrated success spanning Early Childhood Development (ECD), Intermediate Phase multi-subject instruction (Grades 4–9), and global online ESL/Islamic Studies tutoring.

Expert in implementing inclusive pedagogies, managing behavior through creative self-regulation techniques, and steering administrative and operational excellence.

Junior High Educator (Grades 4–9) at TUTOR CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE (2022-04 – 2026-08)

• Formulated and delivered comprehensive multi-subject lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles for Grades 4 through 9.
• Managed classroom dynamics and student behavior effectively, reducing instructional disruptions by up to 90%.
• Evaluated and documented student performance through standardized testing and continuous assessment tools.
• Conducted regular parent-teacher interventions to align home and school support structures for underperforming and high-achieving students alike.

Principal & Lead Educator at NEWDAWN NURSERY AND EDUCARE (2008-04 – 2022-02)

• Directed all operational, financial, and academic functions for a highly reputable early learning center.
• Conceptualized and executed the transition to a Nature-based curriculum in 2021, collaborating globally with eco-schools in the US, UK, and Australia.
• Reduced conventional equipment overheads by 70% through the innovative integration of natural, open-ended resources.
• Maintained rigorous hygiene and safety standards, earning district-level accolades for student wellness and safety.
• Mentored, appraised, and provided hands-on training to intern teachers and supporting educational staff.

Online ESL & Business English Instructor at GLOBAL ESL PLATFORMS (2020-07 – Present)

Freelance & Contract

• Designed custom, high-impact English curricula for corporate professionals and young learners globally (platforms include Dada ABC, Momtaz, Taller Education, and Big Ben International).
• Leveraged Total Physical Response (TPR), digital props, and advanced video conferencing tools to maintain optimal engagement.
• Maintained a 100% student retention rate across private Islamic and Academic tutoring portfolios by executing highly engaging, interactive revision models.

Nursery Assistant & Supply Teacher at ST. AGNES R.C. PRIMARY SCHOOL & ASSOCIATED INSTITUTIONS (2005-09 – 2007-07)

• Co-managed classrooms of up to 25 learners, collaborating with lead teachers to structure play-based and inductive learning environments.
• Partnered closely with Special Educational Needs (SEN) Practitioners to shadow, track, and support high-support learners.
• Facilitated smooth cross-cultural integration and inclusion for linguistically diverse student profiles.

Level 5 Certificate in TEFL & Teaching Business English – The TEFL Academy (2020)

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Development – Islamic Educational Organisation of Southern Africa (IEOSA) (2003)

Teacher Diploma in Religious Education – Islamic Educational Organisation of Southern Africa (IEOSA) (2002)

Online Micro-Certificates in Mental Health, Artificial Intelligence, Intro to Psychology, and Online Teaching – FutureLearn (via Queensland University, Monash University, and Coventry University) (2020)