Gerhard Janse Van Rensburg

• Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive elementary curriculum aligned with educational standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with teachers and educational specialists to ensure curriculum relevance, differentiation, and integration of innovative teaching methodologies.
• Oversee the design and implementation of effective assessment strategies to measure student progress and inform instructional decisions.
• Utilize data analysis tools to identify trends, strengths, and areas for improvement, facilitating data-driven decision-making at all levels.
• Develop and implement a robust professional development program to enhance teaching effectiveness and support the professional growth of elementary educators.
• Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and support to teachers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations of elementary faculty and staff, providing constructive feedback and setting clear expectations for professional growth and development.
• Implement strategies to recognize and reward excellence in teaching and support staff performance improvement as needed.
• Establish and enforce consistent behavior management protocols and procedures to create a positive and inclusive learning environment conducive to academic success and social-emotional wellbeing.
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and support staff to address behavioral challenges and promote positive student behavior.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of students and staff.
• Provide support and resources to promote the physical, emotional, and mental health of students and teachers alike.
• Foster a culture of respect, collaboration, and inclusivity among students, teachers, parents, and the broader school community.
• Implement initiatives to promote school spirit, student engagement, and a sense of belonging among all stakeholders.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

• Provided Managerial guidance and Leadership for a team of 35 teachers and support staff.
• Spearheaded the curriculum development and aligning standards with AERO standards and NWEA MAP.
• Analyze data to monitor student progress and attainment.
• Played a key role in the induction and orientation of new staff and consistently evaluate and observe teacher progress.
• Supported student motivation and behavior management.
• Assisted with the development of teachers’ lesson plans and quality control.
• Effectively implemented classroom management strategies and attend/chair weekly grade level meetings.

• Responsible for the implementation of English, Mathematics and Science curriculum to students in Grade 5
• Supported learners with English as an additional language.
• Enhanced critical thinking skills by challenging students with thought-provoking questions during class discussions.
• Confidently utilized different online platforms to accommodate students in a hybrid and online learning environment.
• Conducted assessments of student work, reporting on attainment, parental liaison, home to school communication and behavior monitoring.

• Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language acquisition.
• Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
• Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
• Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
• Led curriculum development, evaluating student progress and liaising with all role players.
• Supported learners with English as an additional language.
• Conducted assessments of student work, reporting on attainment, examination invigilation, parental liaison, home to school communication and behavior monitoring.

• Taught the South African CAPS national curriculum to Grade 7.
• Served as Disciplinary Head for Grade 7 as well as support staff.
• Roles played included: History and Geography subject head, Head of Rugby, rugby coach (u/10 – u/13), mountain biking organizer, athletics coach and excursions / extracurricular activity coordinator.

• Enhanced customer satisfaction by closely monitoring order fulfillment and addressing issues promptly.
• Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of logistics operations, including transportation safety standards and customs requirements.
• Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily.
• Improved on-time delivery rates by optimizing transportation routes and scheduling.

• Taught several subject areas of the National Curriculum (Mathematics, Science, English, Afrikaans, Natural Science & Social Sciences).
• Actively participated in sporting duties such as rugby, cricket, and athletics

• Grade 6 subject lead for Mathematics, Science and English - Grade 6 Taiwanese curriculum and assessment of English linguistic ability.
• Evaluated test papers to produce school data and student feedback, in conjunction with the preparation of student reports.
• Developed intervention plans to raise standards and provided performance statistics to parents.

• Key stage 3 and 4. Variety of special educational needs including cognitive, emotional and behavioral challenges within 1:1 or small group sessions.

History and Technology teacher in addition to holding responsibility as 1st XV rugby, athletics and cricket coach.