CBCathy Blocks
@cathyblocks
Dedicated educator with extensive experience in teaching and credit control.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am Catherine Therese Blocks, a passionate educator with a strong background in teaching various subjects including English, Afrikaans, and Social Science. With a Bachelor of Education and TEFL certification, I have dedicated my career to fostering a positive learning environment for my students. My teaching experience spans multiple schools, where I have successfully engaged students and contributed to their academic growth.
In addition to my teaching career, I have substantial experience in credit control, having worked in senior positions at reputable companies such as Regent Life and S.A. Eagle Insurance Company. My expertise includes full credit control functions, collections, reconciliations, and financial reporting. I am adept at utilizing various software systems to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Teacher
Troyeville Primary School
Jan 2014 - Present (11 years 4 months)
Responsible for teaching English, EMS, Afrikaans, Life Orientation, Social Science, Life Skills, NS/Tech, and Creative Art to students.
Teacher
Sir Edmund Hillary Primary School
Jan 2013 - Dec 2013 (11 months)
Taught various subjects as part of the school curriculum, contributing to students' educational development.
Teacher
Cyrildene Primary School
Feb 2013 - Feb 2013 (0 months)
Engaged in teaching during the fourth term, focusing on subject delivery and student interaction.
Teacher
Jeppe High Preparatory School
Oct 2012 - Oct 2012 (0 months)
Provided educational instruction and support to students in various subjects during a short-term contract.
Senior Credit Controller
Regent Life/ Insurance Company
Jan 2007 - Jul 2012 (5 years 6 months)
Managed full credit control functions including collections, reconciliations, and monthly reporting.
Senior Credit Controller & Assistant Bookkeeper
Shorten Publishers
Oct 2005 - Apr 2006 (6 months)
Handled collections and reconciliations while assisting the bookkeeper with invoicing and financial records.
Senior Credit Control
Ingwe HPO
Jan 2002 - Dec 2004 (2 years 11 months)
Oversaw credit control operations, ensuring effective collections and reconciliations.
Senior Credit Controller
S.A. Eagle Insurance Company (Pty) Ltd.
Jul 1992 - Jan 1999 (6 years 6 months)
Managed comprehensive credit control functions, including collections and refunds.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
TEFL South Africa
TEFL, Education
2024 -
Completed a practical course in Teaching English as a Foreign Language.
U(University of South Africa (Unisa)
Bachelor of Education, Education
2008 - 2012
Pursued a Bachelor of Education degree focusing on Intermediate and Senior phases, completing subjects in English and History.
Creative Mind Works Workshop
Credit Control Skills, Finance
2004 - 2004
Completed a course in Credit Control Skills.
PC Training
ICDL, Information Technology
2002 - 2002
Completed the International Computer Driving License (ICDL).
Damelin Educational Centre
Visual Basics 6, Information Technology
1999 - 1999
Completed a course in Fundamentals of Visual Basics 6.
Coopers & Lybrand Training Centre
Windows & Lotus, Information Technology
1997 - 1997
Completed subjects in Windows and Lotus.
U(University of South Africa (Unisa)
Part B Comm, Commerce
1990 - 1995
Obtained Part B Comm qualification.
Birnam Business College
Intermediate Bookkeeping, Finance
1991 - 1991
Completed Intermediate Bookkeeping with a focus on Accounting.
CIS Institution (WITS)
Part CIS Diploma, Information Technology
1995 -
Passed the Part CIS Diploma qualification.
Assumption Convent Malvern
Matric, General Education
1976 - 1989
Completed Matric with subjects including English, Afrikaans, Biology, Accountancy, History, and Biblical Studies.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
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