Thabitha Lekgeu

Professional:* I’m an Early Childhood Education student with a background in healthcare and counselling, passionate about supporting children’s growth through play and responsive care. *2. Warm & personal:* I’m someone who loves working with people, especially children, and I’m studying Early Childhood Education to help little minds learn, feel safe, and thrive. *3. Short & direct:* I’m an ECE student and former health care worker focused on making a positive difference in children’s early devel

Johannesburg, City of Johannesburg Metropolitan MunicipalityMember since January 12, 2026

Based on your background in *Early Childhood Education + Healthcare + Counselling*, here are skills you can put on a CV or use at work right now: 1. *Child Development & Education Skills* - Planning age-appropriate, play-based activities for 0-8 year olds - Observing and recording children’s development using checklists, learning stories - Supporting early language, literacy, and numeracy through talk, play, and stories - Managing small groups and creating a safe, inclusive classroom environment - Understanding child behavior and using positive guidance techniques 2. *Counselling & Interpersonal Skills* - Active listening and empathy when talking to children, parents, colleagues - Basic counselling and emotional support for people in distress - De-escalation and conflict resolution - Building trust and rapport quickly - Communicating clearly with people from different backgrounds and ages 3. *Healthcare & Caregiving Skills* - Basic patient care: monitoring, personal care, hygiene support - Administering first aid and following health & safety procedures - Educating individuals/families on health, hygiene, and wellness - Maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries - Case management and follow-up coordinationcustomer support

About

For a CV, your "About Me" is usually called a Professional Profile or Personal Summary. Keep it 3-5 lines, factual, and tailored to the job.

Since you’re studying Early Childhood Education with a background in healthcare and counselling, here’s a version you can use:

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Professional Profile

Motivated Early Childhood Education student with a background in healthcare and counselling. Experienced in providing patient-centered care, offering basic counselling support, and working with diverse individuals with empathy and patience. Currently developing skills in child development, play-based learning, observation, and classroom management through studies and practical exposure.

Eager to apply strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills to support young children’s learning and well-being in an ECE setting.