Letters Bilankulu

Experienced Educator & School Operations Leader | Sign Language Specialist

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 Experience

Educator & School Operations Leader

Sizwile School for the Deaf

Jan 2011 - May 2024

Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA

Led comprehensive education in Economic and Management Sciences and Tourism while managing key school operations and fostering an inclusive learning environment.

  • 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

Education Policies and Change Leadership, Management and Organizational Development in Education

Wits University

Jan 2013 - Dec 2014

Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA

Economic and Management Science (Accounting, Economics, English)

Wits University

Jan 2008 - Dec 2011

Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA

Courses

  • Accounting
  • Economics
  • English

Business Economics, Economics, Accounting, English

Mtititi High School

Jan 2006 - Dec 2006

Mtititi, Limpopo, ZA

Courses

  • Business Economics
  • Economics
  • Accounting
  • English

Certificates

SASL (South African Sign Language)

WITS: School of Language

Jan 2015

Google Website Training

UNISA: School of Computing

Jan 2015

SACE (South African Council for Educators)

South Africa Government

Jan 2011

Languages

English , South African Sign Language (SASL) , Xitsonga , isiZulu , isiSotho , isiXhosa , Tswana

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)

Interests

Reading & Writing

Radio

Amateur Weightlifting

Sports