Teacher Attorney

Cover Letter

In June ****, I completed my LLB degree and attended the Institution of Practical Legal Training, which I successfully completed. I also served my Articles from February 2013 to February 2014. In 2020, I completed my degree in Education. During my well-rounded education, I gained valuable knowledge and profound interest in the field of Law and Education. I consider myself a hard worker and dedicated worker, always open to new challenges. I have leadership skills, self-motivated with high energy levels as demonstrated by my extra-curricular activities and can work independently or as a team member. I value honesty, integrity, reliability and punctuality. I am spiritually and religiously inclined. I believe that the above-mentioned skills, in addition to my degree in Law and Education, have developed my potential to become a valuable contribution to your school. Below please find my Curriculum Vitae, which outline my accomplishments in detail. I am passionate and eager to start teaching under the auspices of your school. Your favourable consideration of my application is highly appreciated.

DHARANIE SOOKHAYI

Title: Mrs

Address: 5 Salvia Avenue, Kharwastan, Durban

Nationality: South African

ID Number: 870**********

Email: adh42y@r.postjobfree.com

Phone number: 076-***-****

Driver’s License: Code 8

Marital Status: Married

Language Proficiency: English, Afrikaans-Basic

Criminal Offences: None / Police Clearance Awaiting

SACE Registration: In Progress

WORK EXPERIENCE

October 2010 – January 2011: Attorney Faizal Vawda

Position Held: Admin Clerk

Purpose of Job: To gain practical experience and exposure in a Law Firm

Tasks and Responsibilities: Performing general administration such as photocopying, filing, faxing documents. Handling enquiries. Receiving and checking documents. Assisting in drafting of documents. Assisting students with their tutorials and practical.

Reasons for Leaving: Student life employment

Position Held: Candidate Attorney

Purpose of Job: Compulsory completion of Articles

Tasks and Responsibilities: To aid principle attorney. Observing court matters and client interactions. Drafting and compiling of legal documents, weekly civil matters and handing over of documents to corresponding attorneys. Reporting feedback on matters to principle attorney. Assisting principle attorney in minor legal matters and RAF (Road Accident Fund) claims. Daily administration.

Reasons for Leaving: Short term contract completed.

January 2020 - February 2020: Rainbows End Pre-Primary

Position Held: Student teacher

Purpose of Job: Teaching practice

Tasks and Responsibilities: Assisting mentor teacher in classroom management and practice. Aiding in ECD programmes run by the school. Presenting lesson plans in class, assessed by my mentor teacher. Observing lessons, indoor and outdoor activities during my practice. Assisting teachers with free-play and outdoor play.

Reasons for Leaving: Short term contract. Seeking permanent employment in the field of education.

February 2013 - February 2014: Attorney: A Sing and Associates

EDUCATION

Tertiary 2011: University of South Africa (UNISA)

Bachelor of Laws- LLB

University of Kwa-Zulu Natal

School for Legal Practice- PLT

Tertiary 2020: Embury Institution for Higher Education

Higher Certificate in Education

Secondary 2004: Centenary Secondary School

Highest Grade Passed: Grade 12 – Higher Grade

Subjects in Grade 12: English home language, Afrikaans, Home Economics, Mathematics, Biology, Physical Science.

SKILLS

MS Office, Word, PowerPoint, Excel. Efficient communicator. People skills. Ability to work under pressure. Deadline driven. Efficiency in Handling Tasks. Punctuality. Adaptability. Analytical skills. Pays attention to detail. Numerical skills. Time management. Negotiation skill. Computer skills - I am proficient in Windows 10, Excel and Power Point.

PROVEN ABILITIES

Logical reasoning and problem solving, Excellent written and verbal communication with exceptional reading comprehension, Co-ordinating and Communication with other members of staff. Have a good understanding and interpretation of the home language.

CAREER OBJECTIVES NEXT FIVE YEARS

Obtain my Masters in Education

ACHIEVEMENTS

1998- Won the ASASA Swimmer of the Year Award

2000- Captain of the School Swimming Team

2001- Selected to represent South Africa in the Western Australia Short Course Championships in Perth, Australia. I was the First Indian Female to be selected

2002- Selected for the Junior Team to represent South Africa against Brazil for the Chico Piscina Trophy in Brazil.

2003- Selected to represent South Africa in the World Cup Short Course Swimming Championships, held in Durban.

2004- Representative Class Leader (RCL)

2004- School Prefect

2004- Obtained my National and International colours in swimming

2004- Passed matric with Bachelor’s Degree

2007- Youth Convenor for the Overport Sai Centre.

2011- Elected as one of the Managing Partners of the PLT Day School.

2011- Obtained my Bachelor’s Degree in Law- LLB

2011- Successfully completed the training course of the School for Legal Practice (PLT).

2011- NQF Level 7 Completed

2016- Elected to sing as part of the Sathya Sai bhajan wing for Woodurst Sai Centre.

2020- Obtained my qualification in Education.

2020- NQF Level 5 Completed

REFERENCES

Attorney Mr Faizal Vawda

Position: Director

Tel: 084-***-****

Deputy Principal Rainbows End Pre-primary

Name: Mrs Vanessa De Klerk

Position: Mentor Teacher

Tel: 073-***-****

Wendy Heights Secondary

Name: Mr L Govender

Position: Retired Principal

Tel: 031-******* / 081-***-****

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