TPS3704
PORTFOLIO 2025
DUE: 29 SEPT 2025 (MEMO)
,TPS3704/103/2025
MENTOR PAGE
MENTOR REPORT REGARDING: (Name of student)
BY TITLE: Mr./Ms./Mrs.
SURNAME: JACOBS
NAME: LAVURN
CONTACT DETAILS (those of the school if that is what you prefer):
Cell phone: 072749835
E-mail: Lavurn@gmail,com
Name: Lavurn
Qualifications: [B.Ed Senior Phase and FET, PGCE
Experience as a teacher: 15 years teaching experience in Senior Phase and FET
Experience as a mentor: 8 student teachers
Training as a mentor
(by whom and how much/ formal/informal, accredited or not):
Departmental mentor training workshop, 3 days - formal
Informal mentoring through school-based support programmes
,Comments
1. Was the general conduct of the student irreproachable (on time, conduct
according to school requirements for teachers)?
Yes, the student displayed professional behaviour at all times. She/he was punctual,
dressed appropriately, and followed the school’s code of conduct. The student showed
respect towards colleagues, learners, and management.
2. Was the student's level of subject knowledge sufficient for the presentation of
lessons?
Yes, the student demonstrated sound subject knowledge. Lesson presentations
reflected correct content and understanding of the curriculum. Where there were gaps,
the student showed willingness to research and clarify concepts.
3. Did the student use your suggestions and recommendations to improve her/his
work?
Yes, the student was open to feedback and implemented suggestions effectively.
Improvement was visible in lesson planning, teaching strategies, and classroom
management.
4. Did the student prepare well when she/he had to present lessons?
Yes, the student came well-prepared with lesson plans, teaching resources, and
activities suited to the learners’ level. Lessons were structured and learner-centred.
, 5. Did the student work regularly/ continuously on her/his portfolio?
Yes, the student worked on the portfolio consistently throughout the teaching practice.
Entries were updated on time, and evidence of reflection and improvement was noted.
Did the student complete her/his portfolio during the Practical Teaching period?
YES
Strong points of the student/ good qualities and good work done:
The student demonstrated strong classroom management skills and was able to
maintain discipline in a positive and respectful way. She/he prepared engaging lessons
using a variety of teaching methods that encouraged learner participation. The student
was committed, punctual, and displayed a professional attitude towards colleagues and
learners. Her/his willingness to accept feedback and implement suggestions was a key
strength.
Aspects on which the student still has to improve to be ready to enter education as a
beginner teacher:
The student still needs to improve time management during lessons to ensure that all
planned activities are completed effectively. More practice is needed in differentiating
tasks to meet the needs of learners at different levels of ability. The student should also
continue developing confidence in integrating technology and multimodal resources into
lessons to enhance learning.
SIGNATURE
PORTFOLIO 2025
DUE: 29 SEPT 2025 (MEMO)
,TPS3704/103/2025
MENTOR PAGE
MENTOR REPORT REGARDING: (Name of student)
BY TITLE: Mr./Ms./Mrs.
SURNAME: JACOBS
NAME: LAVURN
CONTACT DETAILS (those of the school if that is what you prefer):
Cell phone: 072749835
E-mail: Lavurn@gmail,com
Name: Lavurn
Qualifications: [B.Ed Senior Phase and FET, PGCE
Experience as a teacher: 15 years teaching experience in Senior Phase and FET
Experience as a mentor: 8 student teachers
Training as a mentor
(by whom and how much/ formal/informal, accredited or not):
Departmental mentor training workshop, 3 days - formal
Informal mentoring through school-based support programmes
,Comments
1. Was the general conduct of the student irreproachable (on time, conduct
according to school requirements for teachers)?
Yes, the student displayed professional behaviour at all times. She/he was punctual,
dressed appropriately, and followed the school’s code of conduct. The student showed
respect towards colleagues, learners, and management.
2. Was the student's level of subject knowledge sufficient for the presentation of
lessons?
Yes, the student demonstrated sound subject knowledge. Lesson presentations
reflected correct content and understanding of the curriculum. Where there were gaps,
the student showed willingness to research and clarify concepts.
3. Did the student use your suggestions and recommendations to improve her/his
work?
Yes, the student was open to feedback and implemented suggestions effectively.
Improvement was visible in lesson planning, teaching strategies, and classroom
management.
4. Did the student prepare well when she/he had to present lessons?
Yes, the student came well-prepared with lesson plans, teaching resources, and
activities suited to the learners’ level. Lessons were structured and learner-centred.
, 5. Did the student work regularly/ continuously on her/his portfolio?
Yes, the student worked on the portfolio consistently throughout the teaching practice.
Entries were updated on time, and evidence of reflection and improvement was noted.
Did the student complete her/his portfolio during the Practical Teaching period?
YES
Strong points of the student/ good qualities and good work done:
The student demonstrated strong classroom management skills and was able to
maintain discipline in a positive and respectful way. She/he prepared engaging lessons
using a variety of teaching methods that encouraged learner participation. The student
was committed, punctual, and displayed a professional attitude towards colleagues and
learners. Her/his willingness to accept feedback and implement suggestions was a key
strength.
Aspects on which the student still has to improve to be ready to enter education as a
beginner teacher:
The student still needs to improve time management during lessons to ensure that all
planned activities are completed effectively. More practice is needed in differentiating
tasks to meet the needs of learners at different levels of ability. The student should also
continue developing confidence in integrating technology and multimodal resources into
lessons to enhance learning.
SIGNATURE
