Aspiring Educator Focused on Early Childhood Development

Natashia Hercules

Foundation Phase Teacher

* ***** **** *****, **** Johannesburg

+27-681-***-*** *****************@*****.***

Professional Summary

Foundation phase teacher with expertise in early childhood education and developmentally appropriate instructional strategies. Skilled in creating engaging learning environments, fostering social-emotional growth, and implementing individualized lesson plans to enhance student outcomes. Committed to nurturing foundational skills and promoting lifelong learning through innovative teaching practices. Work Experience

Oct 2014 – Jan 2015 — Office Assistant and Cleaner, Crede Oil – Cape Town

• Cleaned offices and warehouse spaces to maintain cleanliness and organization.

• Received and managed stock deliveries, ensuring accurate inventory records. Feb 2016 – Jan 2017 — Daytime Nanny, Family Friend – Strand, Cape Town

• Monitored children’s health and administered basic first aid when necessary.

• Ensured a safe daytime environment.

Jan 2017 – Jul 2019 — Sales Assistant, Le Creuset – Constantia Kloof, Cape Town

• Prepared store for daily operations, ensuring a visually appealing environment.

• Provided customer service and assisted with product selection.

• Managed stock deliveries and product transfers.

Feb 2020 – Dec 2020 — Tutoring Kids (Part-time), Audrey – Ruimsig

• Assisted students with homework and projects across various subjects.

• Specialized in Afrikaans tutoring and educational games to enhance learning. Sep 2021 – Dec 2021 — Daycare Assistant Teacher, Berea Temple Day Care Centre – Ennerdale

• Supported classroom activities including supervising children aged 1–5 years.

• Assisted with educational events and graduation ceremonies. Jan 2022 – Feb 2025 — Grade 2 Teacher, Little Forest Academy of Learning (Cambridge & CAPS) – Weltevreden Park

• Instructed Grade 2 learners across various subjects including art, writing, and physical training.

• Managed administrative tasks such as attendance and digital homework systems (Edmodo, Google Classroom).

Education

Jan 2025 – Present — Grade R Diploma, Stadio

Courses

Oct 2022 – Oct 2025 — 120-Hour TEFL Certificate, Teacher Record Mar 2025 – — Grade R Diploma, Stadio

Skills

• Classroom management (Expert)

• Lesson planning (Expert)

• Child development (Expert)

• Student assessment (Expert)

• Parent communication (Advanced)

• Motivational techniques (Advanced)

Languages

Afrikaans — B1 Intermediate

English — Native

Hobbies

I love exploring nature through hiking, getting lost in a good book, writing imaginative children's stories, and expressing my creativity in the kitchen through baking and cooking.

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