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Shaista Naidoo

@shaistanaidoo

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Dedicated educator with expertise in early childhood development.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to inspire young learners and contribute to their growth in a supportive environment.

My name is Shaista Jainarain, and I am a passionate educator specializing in early childhood development. With a diploma in Early Childhood Development and a TEFL Level 5 certification, I have dedicated my career to nurturing young minds and fostering a love for learning. My experience spans various roles, including teaching toddlers and preschoolers, where I have successfully created engaging learning environments that cater to the developmental needs of children.

Throughout my career, I have worked in diverse educational settings, including Parkside Primary School, where I taught Afrikaans to Grade 4 and 5 students, and served as a Grade R teacher for seven years. My commitment to education is reflected in my ongoing studies towards an Education Diploma, which further enhances my teaching skills and knowledge. I believe in the importance of creating a supportive and stimulating atmosphere for children, and I strive to make a positive impact in their lives.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Administrator

Gemini Parts

Handled diverse administrative duties, contributing to the smooth running of daily business activities. Maintained organized filing systems and managed correspondence effectively.

Administration Office Support Correspondence Management Organizational Skills

Teacher

Kiddies Corner

Educated and cared for toddlers (ages 2-3), preschoolers (ages 3-4), and Grade R students (ages 5). Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to foster early childhood development.

Early Childhood Education Lesson planning Child Development Classroom Management Curriculum Development

Sales Representative

Lethabong Stationers

Responsible for driving sales and achieving targets within the stationery retail environment. Developed strong customer relationships and provided excellent service to enhance the shopping experience.

Sales Customer Service Retail Operations Product Knowledge

Afrikaans Teacher

Parkside Primary School

Taught Afrikaans to Grade 4 and 5 students for one year, developing and delivering comprehensive language lessons. Fostered a positive learning environment and assessed student progress.

Afrikaans Instruction Lesson planning Assessments Classroom Management Educational Support

Grade R Teacher

Parkside Primary School

Served as a Grade R Teacher for seven years, guiding young learners through foundational educational stages. Created a nurturing and stimulating environment for early learning and development.

Grade R Education Early Childhood Development Student Engagement

Administrator

National Health Laboratory Services

Managed various administrative tasks, ensuring efficient office operations and accurate record-keeping. Supported departmental functions through effective communication and organizational skills.

Administration Data Entry Record keeping Office Management Communication

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Lyceum

Diploma, Education

Currently pursuing an Education Diploma with Lyceum, in the third year of studies. This program is expanding knowledge and skills in the field of education.

Roodeport Campus SWGC

Diploma, Early Childhood Development

Completed a diploma in Early Childhood Development, focusing on didactics, education, and child health. Further studies included communication, entrepreneurship, business management, educational psychology, and advanced communication.

Damelin

Certificate, Graphic Design

Earned a Graphic Design certificate from Damelin, specializing in Adobe InDesign Creative. This program provided comprehensive training in graphic design principles and software applications.