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Education
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Certification
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Jessica Carstens

Jessica Carstens

Educator
Cradock

Summary

Caring Educator with 10 years of experience in instruction. Expert in closely monitoring student progress while implementing modern educational techniques into daily practices. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded educations.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Educator

Marlow Agricultural High School
01.2015 - 12.2015
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education

Educator

Department Of Education
01.2016 - Current
  • Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
  • Provided constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and academic growth.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
  • Designed curriculum-aligned assessments to measure student progress and inform instructional decisions.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or study groups, promoting intellectual curiosity outside the classroom setting.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Served on various school committees focused on improving policies or procedures related to academics, safety, or equity issues – driving positive change at an institutional level.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
  • Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Grade Head (8-12)

Department Of Education
01.2019 - 12.2026
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.

Netball Coach

Cradock High School
01.2016 - Current
  • Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
  • Provided consistent feedback to players on their progress, setting clear expectations for individual growth and development.

Netball Coach, First Team

Cradock High School
01.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in the recruitment of talented players for the team, contributing to its overall success.
  • Managed administrative tasks including scheduling practices, coordinating travel arrangements, budgeting resources effectively.
  • Improved athletes'' skills through comprehensive training sessions tailored to individual needs.
  • Coordinated fundraising events for team expenses such as uniforms or equipment upgrades.

Leadership Team Member

Cradock High School
01.2022 - Current
  • Assisted in the development of a comprehensive school safety plan, ensuring compliance with state regulations and promoting a secure learning environment for all stakeholders.
  • Collaborated on interdisciplinary projects with other department leaders, ensuring cohesive curricular design across subject areas.

Athletics

Cradock High School
01.2016 - Current
  • Enhanced athletic performance by providing support and assistance during training sessions.

Land Service

Cradock High School
01.2016 - Current

Facilitated and assisted other educators and learners with activities.

Tennis

Cradock High School
01.2016 - Current
  • Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.

Professional Driver Permit

Cradock High School
Cradock
01.2023 - Current
  • Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Minimized liability by consistently following road rules when driving.

Education

High School Diploma -

Cradock High School
Cradock, South Africa
01.2005 - 12.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Bacherlor of Education

Unisa
01.2017 - 10.2020

Skills

Multitasking Abilities

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Certification

Bachelor of Education (Intermediate and Senior Phase)

Timeline

Netball Coach, First Team

Cradock High School
01.2024 - Current

Professional Driver Permit

Cradock High School
01.2023 - Current

Leadership Team Member

Cradock High School
01.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Education (Intermediate and Senior Phase)

10-2020

Grade Head (8-12)

Department Of Education
01.2019 - 12.2026

Bachelor of Arts - Bacherlor of Education

Unisa
01.2017 - 10.2020

Educator

Department Of Education
01.2016 - Current

Netball Coach

Cradock High School
01.2016 - Current

Athletics

Cradock High School
01.2016 - Current

Land Service

Cradock High School
01.2016 - Current

Tennis

Cradock High School
01.2016 - Current

Educator

Marlow Agricultural High School
01.2015 - 12.2015

High School Diploma -

Cradock High School
01.2005 - 12.2009
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