Mark Capes

Experience

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  Midstream College

  Apr 2015 - Jun 2015

  Student Teacher Internship

  Teaching according to the South African CAPS curriculum.Assisting with lesson planning and organising learning activities.Preparing visual and other educational materials. Managing student behaviour and providing feedback to students.Observing the methods and procedures of qualified teachers.Nominated by the University of Pretoria as a student leader for both internships.

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  Clapham School

  Jul 2015 - Sept 2015

  Student Teacher Internship

  Teaching according to the South African CAPS curriculum.Assisting with lesson planning and organising learning activities.Preparing visual and other educational materials. Managing student behaviour and providing feedback to students.Observing the methods and procedures of qualified teachers.Nominated by the University of Pretoria as a student leader for both internships.

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  Department Of Eduacation

  Jul 2016 - Aug 2021

  Teacher | Educator at Voortrekker High School, Boksburg

  Academic Responsibilities:Teaching according to the South African CAPS curriculum.Preparing lesson plans in subjects to meet learning objectives.Assigning and grading projects, assignments, and tests.Regularly assessing students' skills and knowledge.Creating and enforcing classroom rules, policies, and proceduresSupervising students and addressing behaviour issuesAssisting individual students who are behind or struggling.Collaborating with other teachers to develop lesson plansCommunicating with students and parents about progressSubjects Taught:Tourism - Grades 10 to 12 - 2016.Life Orientation, PE, and Tourism - Grades 9 to 10 - 2017 and 2018Life Orientation, PE, and Tourism - Grades 8 to 11 - 2019Life Orientation and PE - Grades 10 and 11 - 2020Tourism - Grade 10 - 2020Life Orientation and PE - Grades 8 and 11 - 2021Tourism - Grade 10 - 2021Sports Coaching and Management:Coaching First Team Rugby, First Team Cricket, and others.Managing the First and Second Rugby Teams (2021). Show less

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  The Regent School Abuja

  Sept 2021 - Aug 2023

  Sports Coordinator

  Teaching according to the British Curriculum with 12 direct reports.Member of the School Management Team which won the British Schools Overseas (BSO) PENTA International Award for Achieving an Outstanding Rating in Every Category. Regent was the first school in Africa to achieve this honour.Coordinating the Sports Department, implementing the school sports curriculum, and overseeing sports teaching.Coordinating the extra-curricular activities programme, ensuring a wide range of activities are offered to pupils.Evaluating the impact of the after-school programme, continuously reviewing the range of activities, and reporting to the headmaster.Monitoring the effectiveness of individual provisions and reporting to the headmaster regularly.Liaising with, motivating, and encouraging school staff to take an active role in the school sports programme.Supporting, mentoring, and advising school staff sports coaches and assisting them to obtain their choice of learning material.Seeking out opportunities for pupils to engage in sports activities, competitions, and challenges with other schools, supporting both pupil development and raising the school’s profile.Managing the budget of the Sports Department and increasing the profile of sports across the school.Driving the development and use of the school’s grounds and facilities to support the sports curriculum throughout the school.Compiling and presenting a report to the school board every term.Organising swimming galas, sports days, and athletic competitions. Show less

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  Jeddah Knowledge International School

  Aug 2023 - now

  Promoted to this position for the 2024 - 2025 academic year.Teaching the following according to the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) Curriculum:Physical Education and Swimming to Grades 6, 7, and 8Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) - Grades 11 and 12Football Coach: Grade 8Main Responsibilities as MYP PE and Health Coordinator:Designing and implementing a comprehensive Physical and Health Education (PHE) curriculum aligned with the IB MYP framework, catering to diverse skill levels.Conducting baseline and ongoing assessments, monitoring student progress in PE to ensure inclusive participation.Overseeing PHE staff and coordinating resources, facilities, and equipment to deliver effective lessons and ensure safety.Organising inter-school leagues, house competitions, and other sporting events, fostering student engagement and school spirit.Implementing safety protocols during high-risk activities (e.g., swimming), ensuring a secure learning environment.Liaising with parents, staff, and external partners to address concerns, enhance programs, and coordinate school-wide events.Main Responsibilities as Director of Student Council:Mentoring and guiding the Student Council in organising school events and initiatives, fostering leadership skills among students.Overseeing the smooth execution of student-led events such as house assemblies, bake sales, and national celebrations.Managing the student house system and its competitive activities, collaborating with student leaders to enhance school culture.Serving as the liaison between the Student Council and school administration, advocating for student-driven initiatives.Leading the process of shortlisting and interviewing prefects and providing ongoing mentorship for student leaders.Maintaining transparent communication with parents, staff, and administration regarding Student Council activities and progress. Show less Developing, teaching, assessing, and reporting on the following subjects, grades, and sports according to the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum:Head of Middle Years Programme (MYP) Swimming for BoysPE and Swimming - Primary Years Programme (PYP) Grades 4 and 5 - 2023 - 2024PE and Swimming - Grades 6, 7, and 8 Middle Years Programme (MYP) - 2023 - 2024Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) - Grades 11 and 12 - 2023 - 2024Football Coach: Grade 7Planning, organising, and supervising sports events such as swimming galas, motivating students to take part.Managing and organising other events as required.Supporting and mentoring staff members.During this period inspections from the following were passed:International Baccalaureate (IB)Council of International Schools (CIS)Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Ministry of Education Show less

  • Middle Years Programme PE and Health Coordinator | Director of Student Council

    Aug 2024 - now

  • Physical Education Teacher

    Aug 2023 - Aug 2024