Lelani Koert

• Experienced teacher with 16 years experience. Specializing in supporting mainstream learners that present with learning difficulties.
• Meaningfully advising local School Based Support Team through various outputs such as; drafting of Individual Support Plans (ISP's), filing of reports and performance monitoring and development and implementation of made to measure intervention plans.
• Responsible for producing scholastic reports on learners requiring focused intervention at at Schools of skills.
• Supporting, guiding and training teachers in conducting referrals to set screening protocols.
• Providing curriculum interventions to learners experiencing barriers to learning within school.
• Identifying learners in need of further support and assist with completing necessary referrals.

• Responsible for multi-grade classroom in rural agricultural setting with grades ranging from.
• All subjects where taught and differentiation was required to accommodate range of learners in class.
• Managed to support 30 learners in class.
• Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work
• Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement
• Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom
• Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement
• Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization
• Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials
• Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments
• Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior

• Supported learners in mainstream classes that had learning difficulties. This was mainly learners in Foundation Phase, Grade R - 3.
• Supported learners in groups of 10 on withdrawal basis in learning support classroom.
• Learners progress was monitored through assessments. Different programs and methods were implementing to ensure every child was fully supported.
• Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum
• Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs
• Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities
• Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth
• Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students
• Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery
• Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance

• Class teacher for Grade 5, mainly to file administration such as learner's progress, regularity.
• Taught curriculum subjects Technology and Economic Management Science for Grades 4, 5, 6, 7 and 9.
• Coaching learners in netball and athletics help them developing their full potential.
• Served on committees to support learners and school in whole.
• Built strong relationships with learners, parents, and colleagues to foster positive school culture focused on collaboration and continuous growth.
• Created and developed lesson plans to meet learners' academic needs.
• Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well learners were learning.

Class Teacher for Grade 6, Teaching all the prescribed curriculum subjects.

• responsible for academic progress, discipline and administration of class learners.
• Coaching of learners in sports such as netball and athletics.
• Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work
• Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students
• Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement
• Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials
• Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards
• Increased parent involvement through regular communication and informative meetings, strengthening the home-school connection
• Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement
• Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities
• Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records
• Managed classroom behavior effectively, promoting respect and fostering a climate conducive to learning
• Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs
• Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work
• Differentiated instruction for diverse learners, creating an inclusive environment where all students could thrive academically