Andrea's information
At the moment I am Head of Department for the Foundation Phase in a Convent Primary School, teaching Grade 3 in JHB. 3 years ago I taught in a Government High School Maths and History.
I practically taught all ages from Nursery to Matriculation, I prefer to be a class teacher for Grades 2-4 and teaching all subjects.
I have always wanted to be a teacher. I started teaching in 1979 and although I have had several different jobs (translator, PA, interpreter etc.) due to the fact that teacher salaries are barely enough to keep your head above water, I have always returned to teaching. I simply miss my kids. My aim is to teach them as much as possible so they can be successful in their further studies and life. I enjoy teaching, I am passionate about knowledge, culture and human values. Luckily I mainly manage to “infect” most of my learners with my enthusiasm. I believe that it is very important to show them that learning is not a burden but joy and that personal relationships must be based on mutual trust and respect.