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Wendy Roux

Dubai,UAE

Summary

As a passionate teacher, I bring an unwavering enthusiasm to the classroom, where my passion for teaching is fueled by the dynamic energy of my young students. Every day promises to be unique from the next, bringing with it an exciting new challenge. I have a strong desire to make learning enjoyable and engaging for all children, so they may spend the day having fun and learning new things. My mission is to provide a supportive, safe, stimulating environment where every student feels empowered to realise their own potential. I'm committed to having a positive influence on the lives of the children who I get to teach, and I do so with confidence and hard work.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

EY2 Teacher

Emirates International School - Jumeirah
Dubai, UAE
01.2023 - Current

 Teaching Phonics, Reading, Writing, Mathematics, Science and all other learning areas to my own class using Inquiry Based Learning
 Liaising with parents
 Preparation for all subjects as well as weekly newsletters
 Use technology in my teaching
 After School Activities once a week

Grade 1 and 2 Teacher

St Stithians College
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2018 - 12.2022

RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Teaching Literacy, Numeracy and Life Skills to my own class
 Liaising with parents
 Do preparation for all subjects as well as homework sheets
 Use technology in my teaching
 Preparing and teaching online lessons for when the school was teaching online due to Covid-19
 Member of the campus People and Talent Committee
 Started the Christian group ‘Anchors in Jesus' for Grades 1 and 2
 2020 Co-Grade Director
 Ensuring cohesion in the grade
 Attending regular meetings with the deputy head
 Ensuring weekly prep is done
 Preparing the termly rector's report
 Arranging special events for the grade
 Supporting the Grade One teachers in all areas
 2022 Junior Prep Intern Co-ordinator
 Managing and co-ordinating 13 intern teachers
 Ensure all practical lessons are completed
 Weekly meetings with individual interns
 Arranging professional development where required
 Ensuring the social and emotional wellbeing needs of interns
 Biweekly update meetings with the Head of the school
 Co-ordination of external student (non interns) teaching practicals

I left St Stithians College with a heavy heart. My husband was offered a wonderful opportunity in Dubai and after much discussion, we decided to take up the opportunity and explore the cultures and experiences of the UAE.

Grade 1 Teacher

Dainfern College
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2009 - 12.2017

 Teaching Literacy, Numeracy and Life Skills to own class
 Liaising with parents
 Preparation for all subjects as well as homework sheets
 Use technology in teaching
 Grade 1 soccer, swimming and cricket
 Gr 2 soccer and this included arranging teams for matches and liaising with the parents


I left Dainfern College as I felt that I needed a change having taught there for nine years. It was the right time to move my own children and there was a wonderful opportunity to teach at St Stithians College.

Grade 1 Teacher

Broadhurst Primary School
Gaborone, Botswana
01.2006 - 08.2007

 Teaching Literacy, Numeracy and Life Skills to my own class
 Coaching u9 soccer
 Junior afternoon activities (including informal swimming and arts and crafts)
 Coaching athletics
 Assisting with Junior Drama


I left Broadhurst Primary as my husband was offered a very good opportunity and we relocated back to Johannesburg.

Grade 1 Teacher

Glenview Primary School
Johannesburg, South Africa
07.2004 - 12.2005

 Teaching all subjects except for PE to my own class.
 Roneoing all Grade 1 Work
 Preparation for Literacy, Numeracy and all other Learning Areas
 Coaching Athletics and Soccer
 Transporting learners


I left Glenview Primary as I was offered a teaching post at a private school in Botswana. I got married in December 2005 and my husband and I were eager for a new adventure.

Contractor Liaison

Motswedi JMR
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2004 - 06.2004

 Going to clients and meeting with contractors
 Ensuring contractors are happy in their environments
 Delivering pay slips to all contractors
 Banking
 Admin work

Grade 5 Teacher

Glenview Primary School
Johannesburg, South Africa
06.2001 - 06.2003

 Teaching Grade 5 all subjects except Afrikaans and Arts and Culture
 Mathematics preparation and exams
 Photocopying work for Grade 5's
 Coaching athletics and netball

Education

Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Education

University of South Africa
South Africa
01.2001 - 12.2003

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Rhodes University
South Africa
01.1997 - 12.1999

Skills


  • Managing classroom for diverse populations
  • Student-centred learning
  • Creative lesson planning
  • Verbal and writing communication
  • Student progress reporting
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Individual Education Plans (IEP)
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Outstanding social skills
  • Age-appropriate lesson planning
  • Strong collaborator
  • Kind and empathetic educator

Languages

English
Native
Afrikaans
Fluent

Additional Information

Professional Development:

2023 Generative Rehearsal

2022 Planning in the moment

Outdoor Learning

2020 JVR Africa Group in conjunction with Wits University Leadership and Development Program (LDP)
2017 ECD Conference
2010, 2013, 2016 and 2019 Proudly Primary Conference
2019 Kagan training
2019 and 2021 IBL training
2014 and 2016 REGGIO Conference

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

EY2 Teacher

Emirates International School - Jumeirah
01.2023 - Current

Grade 1 and 2 Teacher

St Stithians College
01.2018 - 12.2022

Grade 1 Teacher

Dainfern College
01.2009 - 12.2017

Grade 1 Teacher

Broadhurst Primary School
01.2006 - 08.2007

Grade 1 Teacher

Glenview Primary School
07.2004 - 12.2005

Contractor Liaison

Motswedi JMR
01.2004 - 06.2004

Grade 5 Teacher

Glenview Primary School
06.2001 - 06.2003

Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Education

University of South Africa
01.2001 - 12.2003

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Rhodes University
01.1997 - 12.1999
Wendy Roux