Thabo Makhadimele

Qualified Mathematics and Physical Sciences educator with a BSc in Mining Engineering and Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE). Registered with the South African Council for Educators and experienced in delivering CAPS-aligned Mathematics and Science instruction at Further Education and Training (FET) level. Proven ability to improve learner outcomes, including achieving a 100% Mathematics pass rate, and appointed as a National Senior Certificate (NSC) mathematics Marker.

Experienced in lesson planning, learner assessment, academic support, and facilitating STEM learning programmes. Passionate about supporting learner development and improving academic performance in Mathematics.

Co-Founder | Director: Education & Skills Development at L&T Edu-Solutions (Pty) Ltd (2015-01 – Present)

Designed and implemented education and learner support programmes aimed at improving Mathematics, Science and STEM learning outcomes.

• Facilitated holiday academic support classes for Mathematics and Physical Sciences learners.
• Conducted co-teaching sessions with tutors as part of tutor coaching and mentoring.
• Designed learning materials and structured lesson plans for academic support programmes.
• Coordinated tutors and facilitators delivering learner enrichment programmes.
• Monitored learner performance and implemented academic interventions.
• Supported educators and learners through structured STEM support initiatives.

FET Mathematics & Physical Sciences Teacher at Tirelong Secondary School (2018-01 – 2019-12)

Delivered CAPS-aligned Mathematics and Physical Sciences instruction to learners in the Further Education and Training phase.

• Planned and delivered structured Mathematics and Physical Sciences lessons aligned with CAPS curriculum.
• Facilitated learner-centred teaching and learning activities.
• Conducted learner assessments and evaluated academic performance.
• Provided remedial support to learners experiencing academic challenges.
• Maintained learner records, assessment documentation and attendance registers.
• Created a positive and disciplined classroom environment.
• Achieved a 100% Physical Sciences pass rate, the first time the school achieved this milestone.
• Appointed as National Senior Certificate (NSC) Mathematics Marker in 2019.

Graduate Mining Engineer at De Beers / Anglo American (2015-01 – 2017-12)

Participated in a structured graduate development programme focused on mining operations, production planning, and safety compliance.

• Supported operational teams with production planning and reporting.
• Monitored operational performance and compliance with safety standards.
• Worked in multidisciplinary teams to support operational efficiency.

BSc in Mining Engineering – University of the Witwatersrand

PGCE in Teaching Qualification – UNISA

Certificate in Monitoring & Evaluation – University of Cape Town