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Thapelo Kealotswe

Thapelo Kealotswe

Geography Teacher
Gaborone

Summary

Focused Geography Teacher, equipped to provide students with inclusive and welcoming learning environment. Selects creative and dynamic instructional tools and texts to encourage exploration of new topics. Industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Trained in assessment and grading requirements.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher (Geography)

Teaching service Management (DPSM)
07.2015 - Current
  • Teaching the BGCSE syllabus, preparing tests and internal exams, marking and giving feedback.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.

Geography Teacher

Ministry Of Education
01.2012 - 07.2015
  • Organized and prepared materials for daily instruction.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and effective communication strategies.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Assisted in evacuation of youth due to inclement weather conditions, natural disasters or other unforeseen occurrences.

Social Studies Teacher

Ministry Of Education and Skills Development
05.2008 - 01.2012
  • Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
  • Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma In Education - Education

University of Botswana
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Science

University of Botswana
04.2001 -

Skills

Student Engagement

Idnumber

990620101

Snapshot

I have attained my BA degree in Environmental Science from the University of Botswana in 2003. My major areas of study included Project data collection and analysis, Urban and Rural Survey Techniques, Ecotourism, GIS for Socio Economic Applications, Transport and the Environment, Natural Resource management and Economics, Urbanization and the Environment. My background and skill base includes data collection and analysis, public education and aerial photo interpretation and map work. I have also attained my Post Graduate Diploma in Education from the University of Botswana in 2006, majoring in Geography and English. I am currently employed by Teaching Service management, teaching Geography, now based at St Joseph’s College. I have trained as an examiner for Botswana Examination Council, a seasoned marker for Geography Paper 3 since 2014. I have attended an awareness course on Occupational Health and Safety through University of Botswana from 8th November 2011 to 12 November 2011

Qualificationcertification

  • Bachelor of Humanities, Single major Environmental Science, University of Botswana, 1999 - 2003
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Education, Public and Secondary Education (English and Geography), University of Botswana, 2004 - 2005
  • Occupational Health, Safety and Environment, University of Botswana, 8th November - 11 November 2011

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 07/20/79
  • Nationality: Motswana
  • Marital Status: Married

References

  • Mrs Utjinami Ntabeni, Head of Department, Masunga Senior Secondary School, Private Bag 0012, Masunga, 248 949
  • Ms. Selefo K. Sera, Head of Department, Naledi Senior Secondary School, P.O. Box 20527, Gaborone, 3952587
  • Mr. Peter Keitatotse, Senior Teacher I Geography, St Joseph’s College, P.O. Box 13, Gaborone, 395 7871

Timeline

Teacher (Geography)

Teaching service Management (DPSM)
07.2015 - Current

Geography Teacher

Ministry Of Education
01.2012 - 07.2015

Social Studies Teacher

Ministry Of Education and Skills Development
05.2008 - 01.2012

Post Graduate Diploma In Education - Education

University of Botswana
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Science

University of Botswana
04.2001 -
Thapelo KealotsweGeography Teacher