Letters Bilankulu
Experienced Educator & School Operations Leader | Sign Language Specialist
Johannesburg, ZA.About
Highly experienced and dedicated educator with over a decade of progressive experience in secondary education, specializing in Economic and Management Sciences (EMS) and Tourism. Proven leader in school governance, e-learning coordination, and asset management, committed to fostering inclusive and effective learning environments. Adept at leveraging South African Sign Language (SASL) to facilitate comprehensive instruction for diverse student populations, driving academic achievement and operational excellence within educational institutions.
Work
Sizwile School for the Deaf
|Educator & School Operations Leader
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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Summary
Led comprehensive education in Economic and Management Sciences and Tourism while managing key school operations and fostering an inclusive learning environment.
Highlights
Delivered engaging instruction in Economic and Management Sciences (EMS) from 2011-2015 and Tourism from 2016-present, consistently preparing students for national examinations.
Facilitated inclusive learning for students with hearing impairments by effectively utilizing South African Sign Language (SASL), ensuring equitable access to curriculum content.
Coordinated e-learning initiatives, integrating digital tools and platforms to enhance educational delivery and student engagement in remote and blended learning environments.
Managed school assets and maintenance as Coordinator, optimizing resource allocation and ensuring a safe, functional, and conducive learning environment for students and staff.
Served as a School Governing Body (SGB) CS Representative, contributing to strategic planning and policy development to advance school-wide educational and operational goals.
Education
Wits University
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Bachelor of Education with Honours
Education Policies and Change Leadership, Management and Organizational Development in Education
Wits University
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Bachelor of Education (Senior and FET)
Economic and Management Science (Accounting, Economics, English)
Courses
Accounting
Economics
English
Mtititi High School
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Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
Business Economics, Economics, Accounting, English
Courses
Business Economics
Economics
Accounting
English
Languages
English
South African Sign Language (SASL)
Xitsonga
isiZulu
isiSotho
isiXhosa
Tswana
Certificates
SASL (South African Sign Language)
Issued By
WITS: School of Language
Google Website Training
Issued By
UNISA: School of Computing
SACE (South African Council for Educators)
Issued By
South Africa Government
Skills
Teaching & Curriculum Development
FET Education, Economic and Management Sciences (EMS), Accounting, Economics, Business Studies, Tourism Education, English Language Instruction, Curriculum Adaptation, Inclusive Education.
Leadership & Management
School Governance, Committee Coordination, E-Learning Coordination, Asset Management, Maintenance Coordination, Operational Efficiency, Strategic Planning.
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Presentation Skills, Knowledge Transfer, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Service Skills.
Technology & Digital Literacy
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Internet Navigation, Email Management, Google Applications, Adobe Acrobat, E-Learning Platforms.
Specialized Language & Cultural Competency
South African Sign Language (SASL), Xitsonga, isiZulu (conversational), isiSotho (conversational), isiXhosa (conversational), Tswana (conversational).