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maguga yonela

@magugayonela

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Passionate ESL teacher dedicated to enhancing English language proficiency.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to inspire students and foster a love for learning in a supportive and innovative educational environment.

I am a dedicated and passionate educator with a Bachelor of Education from Nelson Mandela University, completed in 2023. My majors in applied languages, specifically IsiXhosa and English, have equipped me with the skills necessary to teach English effectively. I have experience working with diverse learners, helping them improve their vocabulary, reading comprehension, and writing skills.

Throughout my teaching career, I have engaged in various roles, including teaching English as a foreign language and mentoring students. My experience includes teaching conversational and business English to adults and children, as well as English grammar to junior and high school learners. I am committed to fostering a positive learning environment and utilizing technology to enhance the educational experience.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Creative Arts & English FAL Teacher

Lungisa High School

Apr 2024 - May 2024 (1 month)

Instructed Creative Arts and English First Additional Language to grades 8 and 9. Responsible for setting tests and exams, and fostering a creative learning environment.

English FAL Assessment Design Classroom Management Curriculum Development Communication Skills Teamwork

English Home Language Teacher

Bonzai High School

Feb 2024 - Mar 2024 (1 month)

Taught English Home Language to grades 8, 11, and 12, covering Drama, literature, writing, grammar, and reading. Managed daily administrative tasks including attendance and preparation of learning materials.

Classroom Management Literature Grammar Communication

House Committee Member

Sanlam Student Village

Dec 2022 - Dec 2023 (11 months)

Collaborated with a living and learning officer to foster engagement and provide counseling support to residents.

Teamwork Counseling Engagement Leadership Communication Organizational Skills Conflict Resolution Community Building Support Event Planning

Student Mentor

Sanlam Student Village

Oct 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 2 months)

Assisted the residence manager with house management and provided mentoring and academic assistance to students during their registration process.

Mentoring Leadership Teamwork Communication Organizational Skills Engagement

Student Teacher & ESL Teacher

Urban Academy

Oct 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 2 months)

Taught English as a foreign language to non-speakers, including Conversational English, Business English, and pronunciation to both children and adults. Developed lesson plans and utilized various teaching methods to enhance language skills.

Lesson planning Classroom Management Pronunciation Critical Thinking

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Nelson Mandela University

Bachelor of Education, Education

2019 - 2023

Activities and societies: Participated in student mentoring and teaching English to non-speakers, focusing on vocabulary, reading comprehension, and writing.

Completed a Bachelor of Education with majors in applied languages (IsiXhosa and English). Developed skills in teaching English as a second language and engaged in various educational activities to enhance language proficiency.