Mahlape Sylvia Mota
Maseru,A
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Mamello School, enhancing student learning through curriculum adjustments and innovative instructional strategies. Expert in IEPs and classroom management, I've significantly boosted student engagement and comprehension. Skilled in technological instruction and communication, I excel in tailoring education to individual needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher & Head of Special Needs
Mamello School and Special Needs Centre
01.2023 - Current
- Assist special needs teachers with strategies and materials to meet each student's individualized needs.
- Monitor students' progress and behavior and maintain accurate records that contribute to progress reports.
- Deliver effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of special needs students.
- Serve as a resource person in the design and equipping of facilities for students with special educational needs.
- Create and manage IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Instruct students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
English Teacher
Mamello School and Special Needs Centre
01.2023 - Current
- Utilize multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Plan dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Prepare and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Grade homework, tests and exams.
- Increased grades by running extracurricular lessons.
ESL Teacher
Grassroots English Centre
04.2017 - 11.2018
- Educated French speaking students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
Education
Ph.D. - Education in Psychology of Education
University of The Free State
Bloemfontein06.2025
Master in Education - Psychology of Education
University of The Free State
Bloemfontein South Africa04.2023
Bachelor of Honours - Psychology of Education
University of The Free State
Bloemfontein04.2020
Bachelor of Education - English Language And Special Education
National University of Lesotho
Roma Lesotho09.2015
Skills
- Learning Style Assessments
- Curriculum Adjustments
- Head Teacher Support
- Instructional Strategies
- Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
- Audio-visual aid implementation
- Classroom management
- Technological instruction
- Good communication
Accomplishments
- Awarded a golden key certificate and membership for being at the top 15% of my class at the University of the Free State
- Awarded a certificate of advanced Human Rights course on Sexual Minority Rights in Africa by Centre for Human Rights (University of Pretoria) 27/02/2021
- Awarded a certificate of achievement by International Citizen Services (ICS) at Skillshare 27/01/2016
Certification
- Teaching English as Foreign Language (TEFL), Teacher Record - 17/08/2023
Additional Information
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Special Education Teacher & Head of Special Needs
Mamello School and Special Needs Centre
01.2023 - Current
English Teacher
Mamello School and Special Needs Centre
01.2023 - Current
ESL Teacher
Grassroots English Centre
04.2017 - 11.2018
- Teaching English as Foreign Language (TEFL), Teacher Record - 17/08/2023
Ph.D. - Education in Psychology of Education
University of The Free State
Master in Education - Psychology of Education
University of The Free State
Bachelor of Honours - Psychology of Education
University of The Free State
Bachelor of Education - English Language And Special Education
National University of Lesotho
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