MARCO VAN DER WESTHUIZEN
Auckland
Summary
I am a passionate and results-oriented secondary teacher with an engineering background. I am currently teaching Year 9-11 Mathematics at Mahurangi College. I believe in creating a focused, engaged classroom environment that supports academic and character growth. My teaching aligns with the New Zealand Curriculum and prepares students for NCEA success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secondary Mathematics Teacher
Mahurangi College
01.2025 - Current
- Teach Year 9–11 Mathematics aligned with NZC and NCEA Level 1.
- Plan, assess and report on student achievement using formative and summative methods.
- Contribute to department meetings and schoolwide initiatives.
- Maintain positive learning environments supporting student wellbeing.
Secondary Mathematics Teacher
Mahurangi College
01.2025 - Current
- Teach Year 9–11 Mathematics aligned with NZC and NCEA Level 1.
- Plan, assess and report on student achievement using formative and summative methods.
- Contribute to department meetings and schoolwide initiatives.
- Maintain positive learning environments supporting student wellbeing.
Senior Primary Teacher
Cambridge Academy
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Head of Grade 6 and 7, skillful at managing disciplinary matters to foster a positive learning environment.
- Mathematics and natural sciences subject head.
- Prefect head, cultivating leadership skills among students.
- Proficient in crafting timetables, coordinating lesson schedules, arranging substitutes, and compiling staff weekly duties.
- Experienced in teaching Natural Sciences to Grade 6 and 7 learners, and Mathematics to Grade 7 learners, fostering a deep understanding of scientific and mathematical concepts.
- Passionate about coaching rugby, cricket, and cross country, promoting teamwork and sportsmanship among students.
Senior Primary Teacher
Cambridge Academy
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Head of Grade 6 and 7, skillful at managing disciplinary matters to foster a positive learning environment.
- Mathematics and natural sciences subject head.
- Prefect head, cultivating leadership skills among students.
- Proficient in crafting timetables, coordinating lesson schedules, arranging substitutes, and compiling staff weekly duties.
- Experienced in teaching Natural Sciences to Grade 6 and 7 learners, and Mathematics to Grade 7 learners, fostering a deep understanding of scientific and mathematical concepts.
- Passionate about coaching rugby, cricket, and cross country, promoting teamwork and sportsmanship among students.
Acting Plant Foreman
Goedehoop South Plant
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Assisting the Senior Plant Metallurgist in providing support and metallurgical advice to plant operations to achieve productivity objectives in terms of Safety, Plant Operations and Cost Control.
- Knowledge of Anglo Coal SA Practices, policies & procedures.
- Knowledge of coal processing methodologies.
- Knowledge of legislation relating to the mining industry.
- An understanding of engineering principles and practices.
- Compiling of Technical Reports & Risk Assessments.
- Scheduling deliveries and ordering of plant spares.
- Quality testing in laboratory & interfacing with external laboratories.
Acting Plant Foreman
Goedehoop South Plant
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Assisting the Senior Plant Metallurgist in providing support and metallurgical advice to plant operations to achieve productivity objectives in terms of Safety, Plant Operations and Cost Control.
- Knowledge of Anglo Coal SA Practices, policies & procedures.
- Knowledge of coal processing methodologies.
- Knowledge of legislation relating to the mining industry.
- An understanding of engineering principles and practices.
- Compiling of Technical Reports & Risk Assessments.
- Scheduling deliveries and ordering of plant spares.
- Quality testing in laboratory & interfacing with external laboratories.
Metallurgy Professional in Training
Emalahleni Water Reclamation Plant (EWRP)
01.2017 - 12.2018
- I completed a Metallurgy Professional in Training program at EWRP, including in-service training courses, namely: First Aid, assertiveness, troubleshooting, business preparedness program, excel level 3, operational risk management process and defensive driving.
- I served as a Process Support Officer for three months during training, supporting risk and safety management, production monitoring, research and development and offering technical advice to employees.
Metallurgy Professional in Training
Emalahleni Water Reclamation Plant (EWRP)
01.2017 - 12.2018
- I completed a Metallurgy Professional in Training program at EWRP, including in-service training courses, namely: First Aid, assertiveness, troubleshooting, business preparedness program, excel level 3, operational risk management process and defensive driving.
- I served as a Process Support Officer for three months during training, supporting risk and safety management, production monitoring, research and development and offering technical advice to employees.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Senior Phase and Further Education and Training, Specializing in Mathematics
University of South Africa
03.2022
Bachelor of Engineering Honours - Water Utilization Engineering Degree
University of Pretoria
04.2019
Bachelor's Degree - Chemical Engineering
North-West University
03.2015
Skills
- Knowledge of NZC and NCEA assessment standards
- Differentiated instruction for diverse learners
- Classroom and behavior management
- Use of digital tools in teaching (eg Google Classroom, KAMAR)
- Culturally responsive pedagogy
- Clear communication and collaborative teaching
- Leadership Skills
Certification
- GA Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), i-to-i Teach English Abroad, 2020-01-01
- SACE Certification, South African Council of Education, 2023-07-01
- Tiwhikete Whakaakoranga Tomua/ Provisional Practising Certificate, Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand, 2027-06-01
Timeline
Secondary Mathematics Teacher
Mahurangi College
01.2025 - Current
Secondary Mathematics Teacher
Mahurangi College
01.2025 - Current
Senior Primary Teacher
Cambridge Academy
01.2022 - 12.2024
Senior Primary Teacher
Cambridge Academy
01.2022 - 12.2024
Acting Plant Foreman
Goedehoop South Plant
01.2019 - 07.2019
Acting Plant Foreman
Goedehoop South Plant
01.2019 - 07.2019
Metallurgy Professional in Training
Emalahleni Water Reclamation Plant (EWRP)
01.2017 - 12.2018
Metallurgy Professional in Training
Emalahleni Water Reclamation Plant (EWRP)
01.2017 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Engineering Honours - Water Utilization Engineering Degree
University of Pretoria
Bachelor's Degree - Chemical Engineering
North-West University
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Senior Phase and Further Education and Training, Specializing in Mathematics
University of South Africa
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