MY STORY
Empowering Every Learner Through Connection and Innovation
I believe that education is most effective when it is holistic, adaptive, and rooted in deep human connection. Currently, I serve as a Learning Support Teacher at a Montessori Elementary school, where I specialize in providing tailored, one-on-one guidance to a diverse range of students. My mission is to bridge the gap between psychological well-being and academic success, ensuring every child feels seen, supported, and capable.
A Foundation of Lifelong Learning
My journey is defined by a commitment to educational excellence and diverse expertise. I hold a BPsych and am a registered counselor (HPCSA), a background that allows me to bring essential emotional and developmental insights into the classroom. To further refine my craft in the specialized world of Montessori, I have completed my AMI training, and I hold an MBA to bring structured, strategic thinking to the educational environment. I am a firm believer in "walking the talk" of education, and I am currently continuing my advanced studies in the field to stay at the forefront of pedagogical best practices.
Professional Evolution
My career began with a foundation in a strong work ethic, learned early on through my parents' entrepreneurial ventures. These early lessons in people skills and resilience served me well as I navigated psychological fields and eventually found my true calling in education. Whether I was leading a classroom as an English Teacher at an international nursery or supporting students with complex learning needs, I have consistently applied my psychological expertise to foster student success.
Where Technology Meets Creativity
I pride ourselves on being a "tech-forward" educator. I am adept at seamlessly integrating technology into my lessons—even going as far as designing custom touch-screen games and interactive workshops to keep students engaged. I combine this with a newly appreciation for Montessori education, which is natural and grounded. Combining these into a special blend of creativity and fun!
I am also a proud enthusiast of music, video games, comic books, and all things "geeky." I’ve found that these creative interests are more than just hobbies; they are powerful tools for building authentic rapport with my students. By speaking their language and sharing their passions, I create a safe space where learning feels less like a task and more like an adventure.
PAST WORK EXPERIENCE
My past occupational history includes working as a sales person, promoter, waiter, bar tender, counsellor, public speaker, outreach programmer and counsellor.
Counsellor with Phyllis Robertson's Home for the Disabled
Counselling of inpatients, both in groups and individual sessions. Report writing and planning was a big part of the job. Working well with other staff members was important for many reasons, as there were many disciplines involved in patient care, such as doctors and nurses, caretakers, counsellors, administrative staff, etc. Workshops and planned activities were also part of the job to provide a variety of different stimulus to all patients.
Counsellor with COPC/Jafta Mahlangu High School
Counselling as a school counsellor in a high school located in a township. Primary focus was on individual counselling on troubled students, with other responsibilities such as workshops and awareness talks about different topics. Multidisciplinary coopiration was important, working with other staff members with different responsibilities and skills making for an effective tool for the benefit of all students.
Counsellor with Play Buddies
This involved going to a Pediatric Ward of a Public Hospital and administering play therapy with the children and infants.
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On occasion some activities were organized and administered such as games and crafts.
Counsellor with Castle Carey Rehabilitation
Primarily working with the inpatient adolescent males. I was responsible for arranging individual and group counselling sessions as well as facilitate and plan activities. Administrative duties such as reports and testing was also involved in the day to day workload.
Senior Clinician with ICAS
I started as a telephone clinician responsible for administrating therapy and report writing as well as doing the appropriate referrals if needed.
Soon after I was moved to a Senior Clinician role which included managing the clinicians over the weekend, managing schedules, crisis management, mentoring and guiding when needed and monitor staff preformance.
English Teacher with Monkey Tree
Teaching English with a given curriculum across a wide age group. Report writing was a big part of the responsibilities as well as preparing for each class in advance.
Classes included phonics, reading and writing, grammar and spelling, Cambridge and Trinity lessons.
