Amina Sheikh

As a graduate- Honors in education, I have a very strong interest in pursuing a teaching career at onsite or online. With experience working at both the elementary and high school levels, as well as in activities outside of the traditional classroom, I have a diverse background with much to offer. 

I am an open-minded and dynamic educator and should have a progressive, passionate approach to teaching and curriculum development, in order to ensure that the school I am employed in is at the forefront of the 21st century education.

My 15 years of teaching experience has taught me to work in a healthy team culture with strong leadership qualities. My well-developed inter-personal skills have helped me to have the ability to lead, inspire and empower. 

With my robust teaching experience and education applying appropriate teaching and assessment methodologies and contributing to the design and development of objectives and teaching material, I am prepared to become an immediate team player with your organization.

The following are highlights of my skills and accomplishments:

1. 2023 – Successfully Tutoring Afrikaans Grade 6 to 12 Online
2. 2023- Coding & Robotic skills – Mancosa – 28 January 2023
3. 2022 –Educator Coding & Robotic workshop – DUT 12-14 December 2022
4. 2022 – Certificate – Introduction to the Internet of things – CISCO Academy 24 November 2022
5. 2022- 4IR Coding & Robotics Workshop – KZN Provincial Unplugged Coding in Collaboration with UKZN College of Agriculture, Engineering & Science – October 2022
6.  WOW 2022KZN Award – Panache Woman of Wonder KZN Award for contribution to the community and Education sectors. 14 Oct 2022
7. 2022 – KZN Mandela Coding Tournament – Participated with 15 learners on Mandela Day – 7 Sept 2022
8. 2022- Robotics and Coding DBE Course –UNISA - 29 Aug – 2 Sept 2022 
9. 2021- I stood for Local Government Election to stand for Ward 28 (Durban Central) Councillor for The ACC Party and currently still assisting the community mainly with: Food; School Fees; Electricity; Water and Better living conditions.
10. Al Azhar School of Durban – Educator: 2007-2009 + 2015 – current = 10 years
11. –subjects taught: Technology (Gr 8/9); Arts & Culture (Gr8/9) 
12. – subjects taught: Technology (Gr 8/9); Arts & Culture (Gr8/9)
13. – subjects taught: Technology (Gr 8/9); Arts & Culture (Gr8/9)
14. - Computers (GR 8/ 9); Afrikaans (Gr 4/ 6); PE (Gr6)

2015 – Subjects taught: Afrikaans (Gr 4/6); Computers (Gr 8/9); PE 

2016 – Subjects taught: Afrikaans (Gr 4/6); Computers (Gr 8/9); PE 

In 2016, the computer teacher at Crescent Girls High School went on maternity leave. (Sister School to Al Azhar School of Durban) My Time-table at Al Azhar School was amended.

I worked at Crescent School from 7:30 to 11:00 am. Half an hour was given to me for travelling, parking the car and being in my lessons at Al Azhar School of Durban from 11:30 onwards at Al Azhar School.

I taught CAT (Computer Application Technology) at Crescent School from Grades 10 to 12.

2017 – Subjects taught: Afrikaans (Gr 4/6); Computers (Gr 8/9); PE Gr6

2018 – Subjects taught: Afrikaans (Gr 5/6); Computers (Gr 5/6/7/8/9)

2019 – Subjects taught: Afrikaans (Gr 4/6) and I Taught Grade 9 for the week when MRS Mehmoonah Khan was absent as per MR Abbas instruction; as well as Computers (Gr 7/8/9)

2020 – Subjects taught: Afrikaans (Gr 4/6) Taught Grade 9 for the week when MRS Mehmoonah Khan absent as per MR Abbas instruction; Computers (Gr 2/3/7/9)

2021 – Subjects taught: Afrikaans (Gr 5/6); Computers (Gr 5/6/7/8/9); SS (Gr 6); PE (Gr 7 girls); Robotics (Gr 5-9)

1. Tutoring/Facilitating Afrikaans (GR 4-12); Business Studies & Computer Application Technology [CAT] (GR 10-12) (2014- Current Part-time)
2. Iwhiz Academy – Grade 12 Afrikaans (Part-time 2019-2020) and Grade 4-12 2022 (Part-time)
3. Varsity College – Lecturer: BeD Natural Science Module & Computer Applications Technology (2014)
4. Smart board workshop Facilitation Educators in Schools (Including the schools: Al Azhar School of Durban & Crescent School) – Edu Interface (Part-time 2014)
5. SaiMeche Engineering Technology Workshop Facilitation in Schools– (Part-Time 2013-2014)
6. Camelot College – Educator: Afrikaans (Gr 8-11); Computer Application Technology (Gr 8-11) (2013)
7. Technology of Association – Presenter at Educators workshop on Pneumatics and Hydraulics (2010-2011)
8. Phoenix Muslim School – Educator: Business Studies (Gr 10/12); Computer Application Technology (Gr 8-10/12); Life Orientation (Gr 7)(2012)
9. Al Falaah College – Educator: Technology (Gr 8/9); Computer Literacy (Gr 8 & 9); Natural Science Gr8 (2010-2011)
10. Al Azhar School of Durban – Educator: Technology (Gr 8/9); Arts & Culture (Gr8/9); (2007-2009)
11. STD Bank - Data Capturer– Stannic (2005)
12. Avroy Shlain Cosmetics – Group Distributor (Part-time 1995 – 2001)
13. As-Salaam Organisation – Financial Assistant and Admin (2003-2004)
14. Shadows Men Clothing – Cashier (1996)
15. Islamic Dawah Movement – Bookshop Manager (1994 -1995)
16. Yale Group – Finance assistant (1992-1993)
17. AMC Cookware – Sales (1991)

Interest & Achievements:

1. Microsoft: Hybrid Learning: A new model for the future of learning (01/02/2021)
2. Microsoft: Building Literacy: Build student vocabulary with PowerPoint (presenter training) (01/02/2021)
3. Microsoft: Empower every student with an Inclusive Classroom (05/15/2020)
4. Microsoft Engage 21st century learners: leveraging Squiggle to improve student Engagement and Learning outcomes (05/15/2020)
5. Microsoft: Engage and amplify with flip guard (05/15/2020)
6. KFC Mini-cricket Coaching Course – Kwazulu Natal Cricket Union (04/2017)
7. H2Advisory 5 star program Course – Awqaf SA & H2Advisory (07/2017)
8. Certificate of Competence – Class Consulting (2016)
9. Microsoft Innovative Expert Educators – Microsoft (2016)
10. Microsoft Code of the Hour – Microsoft (2016)
11. Certification of Appreciation for accomplishment and contributions – Technology Association of South Africa (05/2011)
12. Certification of Completion of 40 hours of Professional Development – Intel education (12/2010)
13. Certificate of Presentation – Technology of Association Presenter (03/2010 – 03/2011)
14. Certificate of Acknowledgement for co-ordinating Intel Computer – Al Falaah College (2010)
15. Certificate of Attendance – Information Communication Technology Seminar Presentation of ICT Workshop – AMS (2010)
16. Primary Teacher Education in Madressa Education – IEOSA (2010)
17. Certificate of Attendance – National Educators Conference ( 06/2009)
18. Certificate of Excellence – Avroy Shlain Cosmetics (2001)
19. Certificate of Excellence for management – Avroy Shlain Cosmetics (11/2000)
20. Certificate of Excellence for Money Management – Avroy Shlain Cosmetics (02/2000)
21. Certificate of Credit Excellence – Avroy Shlain Cosmetics (08/1999)
22. Silver Certificate Make-up Training Course – Hannon Bothma [Image Consultant; MC] (07/1999)
23. Certificate of Excellence for Accumulative Sales – Avroy Shlain Cosmetics (1988)
24. Certificate of Excellence for Top Recruiter – Avroy Shlain Cosmetics (1997)
25. Group Distributor Diploma – Avroy Shlain Cosmetics (1997)
26. Beauty Advisor Certificate – Avroy Shlain Cosmetics (1995)
27. Recruitment of the Year – Avroy Shlain Cosmetics (1995)
28. Certificate of Sales – AMC Cookware (07/1991)
29. Primary Teacher’s Education in Madressa Education – MCF (1987)
30. Certificate of Effort – Youth Organiser (10/1985)
31. First Class Certificate – Speech & Drama Association ( 1985)

Specialisation:

1. MC/ Speeches
2. Workshop Facilitations with Presentations
3. Educator: Afrikaans; Computer Study; Computer Application Technology; Information Technology; Natural Science; PE; Business Studies; Robotics; Social Science; Arts & Culture
4. Modern Education Methods being Applied for Adult & Children
5. Use of ICT in a working environment
6. Teamwork: The ability to manage and work in a team

My strong initiative and exceptional organisational skills, combined with my ability to work well under pressure, allow me to play a crucial role in a fast-paced teaching environment. Furthermore, with the ability to simplify lesson plans in a line with specific curriculum objectives, I believe I will immediately make a noticeable impact on your school’s education standard.

Enclosed is my resume for your review. I welcome the opportunity to discuss with you personally how my skills and strengths can best serve your institution. 

Your response would be appreciated

Mrs A Sheikh

Al-Azhar School of Durban

Position: Educator (Level 1)

Period: 2015- Current

Duties:

• Afrikaans FAL- Grade 4; 5; 6 and 7
• Coding & Robotics grade 4 to 9
• Computer Literacy – Grade 8 and 9
• Physical Education – Grade 7 
• Social Science - Grade 5

Qurtuba Academy Online

Position: Educator

Period: 2022 Jan – Apr (Part-time)

Duties:

• CAT Computer Application Technology Grade 12
• Online Lessons with students
• Update Portal with Lessons; Notes and Announcements as per subject
• Prepare and conduct Tests online
• Moderate Grade 10 and Grade 11 CAT & ICT Papers

Iwhizz Academy 

Position: Facilitator

Period: 2019- 2020 (Part-time); 2022 – current (Part-time)

Duties:

• Facilitation of Afrikaans FAL on video and voice recording for Grade 4-12

Edu-Interface Tutoring

Position: Tutor

Period: 2014- Current (Part-time)

Duties:

• Private tutor of Afrikaans FAL grade 4-12
• Business Studies – grade 10 to 12
• Private tutor of Computer Applications Technology grade 9-12
• Smart Workshop facilitation (2014)

Varsity College

Position: Lecturer

Period: 2014

Duties:

• Lecturer of BeD Natural Sciences
• Lecturer of Computer Application Technology

SaiMeche Engineering Technology

Position: Workshop Facilitator

Period: 2013-2014 (Part-time)

Duties:

• Facilitation of Technology workshops in schools.

Camelot College

Position: Educator (Level 1)

Period: 2013

Duties:

• Afrikaans FAL- Grade 8-11
• Computer Application Technology – Grade 8-11

Phoenix Muslim School

Position: Educator (Level 1)

Period: 2012

Duties:

• Business Studies - Grade 10 and 12
• Computer Application Technology – Grade 8,9,10 and 12
• Life Orientation – Grade 7

AL Falaah College

Position: Educator (Level 1)

Period: 2010-2011

Duties:

• Technology- Grade 8 and 9
• Computer Literacy – Grade 8 and 9
• Natural Sciences – Grade 8

Al Azhar School of Durban

Position: Educator (Level 1)

Period: 2007-2009

Duties:

• Technology- Grade 8-9
• Arts and Culture – Grade 8-9

I am a highly motivated, passionate, hard-working woman who is willing to engage in a career that will allow for progress in terms of skills, expertise through exposure to innovate ideas for both personal and professional growth, as well as the school and community. I wish to instil good values in the classroom and aim to translate my passion for education through an innovative classroom of future leaders. I am currently registered with SACE.

Education

2023: Robotic skills – Mancosa

2022: coding & Robotics:

1. Educator Coding & Robotic workshop – DUT 12-14 December 2022
2. Certificate – Introduction to the Internet of things – CISCO Academy 24 November 2022
3. 4IR Coding & Robotics Workshop – KZN Provincial Unplugged Coding in Collaboration with UKZN College of Agriculture, Engineering & Science – October 2022
4. KZN Mandela Coding Tournament – Participated with 15 learners on Mandela Day – 7 Sept 2022
5. Robotics and Coding DBE Course –UNISA - 29 Aug – 2 Sept 2022 

2016:                  Microsoft Innovative Expert Educator Online Course

Microsoft

2015:                  BeD Honours (Natural Science Ed)

                          University of South Africa

2012:                  BeD Degree (Intermediate and Senior) (Majors: Afrikaans & Computer Information systems)

University of South Africa

2009:                  ICDL – International Computer Driving License   

University of South Africa

2006:                  Introduction to Personal Computing

Intuition College

1991:                Financial Accounting

M.L Sultan Technikon