Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
Teacher
Mcolisi Mhlanga

Mcolisi Mhlanga

Piggs' Peak

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Teaching Service Commission, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson planning and differentiated instruction, fostering a supportive learning environment. Recognized for mentoring new teachers in English language teaching and effectively communicating with parents to promote student success.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Teaching Service Commission
01.2017 - 03.2022
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.

Education

Primary Teachers Diploma - Education

William Pitcher College
Manzini
08.2016

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Behavior management
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Public speaking
  • Conflict resolution
  • Student-centered learning
  • Child development
  • Curriculum implementation

Accomplishments

Was selected by the office of the Regional Education Office to be amongst the English Language TOTs (Teacher of Teachers). My role was to organiser English language workshops for the teachers, assist in the implementation of teaching methods for the language. I was also responsible of ensuring that English language teaching was prioritized in the schools within our region

Certification

Teaching English as a foreign language Certificate received from Teacher records

Timeline

Teacher

Teaching Service Commission
01.2017 - 03.2022

Primary Teachers Diploma - Education

William Pitcher College
Mcolisi Mhlanga