Michelle Van der colff
@michellevandercolff
Passionate hospitality manager and TEFL-certified educator skilled in operations, customer service, and content creation.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am a hospitality professional and TEFL-certified teacher with hands-on management experience in restaurant operations, staff scheduling, payroll, stock control, and customer service. I combine practical management skills with a strong service ethic and a commitment to continuous learning.
I hold an advanced 420-hour TEFL diploma focused on teaching young learners, Business English, online and one-to-one instruction, and exam preparation (IELTS). I have additional experience tutoring, casual admin and sales roles, and social media/content creation for marketing efforts.
I am reliable, proactive, a fast learner, and able to work independently or in teams. My priorities are delivering excellent customer experiences, improving operational efficiency, and developing skills through new challenges.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Tutor
Self Employed
Provided one-to-one tutoring for learners for one year, improving student understanding and performance in targeted subjects.
Restaurant Manager
Spur
Managed restaurant operations including staff scheduling, payroll, stock control and customer complaints, and trained new staff, achieving consistent daily service delivery.
Sales Consultant
KLK
Worked as a casual sales consultant handling customer interactions and supporting retail operations at KLK Pofadder.
Administrative Assistant
KLK
Performed casual administrative duties including paperwork management and basic office tasks to support local operations.
Online English Teacher
I-To-I TEFL Academy
Delivered online and one-to-one English lessons for young learners and business students using a 420-hour TEFL advanced diploma curriculum.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Neukleus Homeschooling
Matric / Grade 12, General Secondary Education
Completed Grade 12 via Neukleus Homeschooling, with subjects including Afrikaans (Home Language), English (First Additional Language), Maths, Tourism, Consumer Studies, Geography, and Computer Applications Technology.
IAI-To-I TEFL Academy
TEFL Advanced Diploma (420-hour), Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Completed a 420-hour TEFL Advanced Diploma covering teaching young learners, Business English, online and one-to-one teaching, and IELTS exam preparation.
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
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