Abiir Abdoola
@abiirabdoola
Experienced corporate language trainer and editor specializing in English–French instruction and publishing.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced corporate language trainer and publishing professional with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for clear, polished language. I deliver tailored one-on-one sessions, group classes, academy courses, and global mobility programs in English and French.
My background includes roles as senior editor, translator (EN↔FR), acquisition and sales lead, and international trainer, with measurable success in improving editorial standards and learner outcomes. I have substantial remote teaching experience supporting exam preparation and workplace communication.
I thrive in multicultural environments, prioritize learner-centered approaches, and bring strong communication, cultural sensitivity, and meticulous proofreading skills to content and instructional projects.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Deliver personalised one-on-one and group English and French training, run academy courses and Global Mobility programmes, and monitor learner progress via LMS to meet goals.
Online FLE Teacher
Self-employed
Sep 2021 - Dec 2021 (3 months)
Taught French as a foreign language to learners aged 4+ and developed tailored lesson plans to meet personal and relocation-related objectives.
Online ESL Tutor
Engoo
May 2019 - Nov 2021 (2 years 6 months)
Delivered grammar, reading, speaking and listening lessons for diverse age groups, supported IELTS and TOEIC preparation, and taught children using Oxford's Let’s Go series.
Freelance Editor
OmniScriptum Publishing Group
Jan 2017 - Jan 2019 (2 years)
Edited manuscripts in English and French for clarity, consistency and style, ensuring high editorial standards across academic and non-fiction publications.
International Sales Coordinator
OmniScriptum Publishing Group
Jan 2014 - Jan 2016 (2 years)
Collaborated with global sales teams to improve author outreach and revenue and conducted international training sessions to adapt market strategies.
Senior Text Editor & Translator
OmniScriptum Publishing Group
Jan 2012 - Jan 2014 (2 years)
Translated and edited website content and sensitive documents (EN↔FR) and produced high-quality written content for web and print.
Customer Service Agent
Various
Jan 2010 - Jan 2012 (2 years)
Delivered customer support across industries, handled inquiries and maintained high levels of customer satisfaction and professionalism.
Senior Acquisition Editor
OmniScriptum Publishing Group
Jan 2009 - Jan 2010 (1 year)
Guided authors through the publishing process and developed long-term collaborations to expand the publisher's catalog.
Private Tutor
Self-employed
Jan 2005 - Jan 2010 (5 years)
Provided home-based academic support in English and French for school-aged learners to improve grades and language skills.
English and French Teacher
BCC School
Jan 2008 - Jan 2009 (1 year)
Taught ESL to adults and tutored high school students in English and French, improving language proficiency and exam readiness.
Data Entry Operator
PECS
Jan 2006 - Jan 2007 (1 year)
Handled data processing and documentation tasks with accuracy and efficiency to support operational workflows.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
International Open Academy
TESOL Certificate, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Completed a TESOL certificate focused on English language teaching methodologies and classroom practice.
University of South Africa
French Language and Literature
Activities and societies: Completed coursework including PYC206-B (HIV/AIDS Care and Counselling) as an additional course.
Studied French language and literature at the University of South Africa.
Computra Training Centre (City & Guilds)
Diploma, Software Applications
Completed a Diploma in Software Applications (Intermediate) covering practical computer application skills.
Droopnath Ramphul State Secondary School
Higher School Certificate, General Secondary Education
Attained the Higher School Certificate from Droopnath Ramphul State Secondary School.
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