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Nokubonga Kunene

@nokubongakunene

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Dedicated ESL educator transitioning to EdTech and product management.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation in education, values collaboration, and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am a dedicated ESL educator with over 5 years of international teaching experience, specializing in business English and conversational fluency. My journey has taken me across Asia, Europe, and Latin America, where I have successfully engaged diverse learners through learner-centered instruction. My recent completion of a Product Management Certificate from the University of Cape Town reflects my keen interest in transitioning to EdTech and product-focused roles.

Combining my educational expertise with analytical thinking and cross-cultural communication, I strive to deliver impactful learning experiences. I am adept at utilizing online teaching tools and have a strong foundation in product thinking and user-centered design principles. My goal is to leverage my skills in a dynamic environment where I can contribute to innovative educational products and solutions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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ESL Trainer

Current

Learnlight

Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 7 months)

Delivered ESL training to European professionals, focusing on Business, Travel, and Daily English. Utilized various online teaching tools to facilitate engaging and effective learning experiences.

Cross Cultural Communication

ESL Instructor

Open English

Jan 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 11 months)

Instructed Portuguese-speaking children aged 7-16 in ESL, with a strong emphasis on grammar and conversational fluency. Adapted teaching methods to suit diverse learning styles and age groups.

ESL Grammar Fluency

ESL Teacher

Skyeng

Jan 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 11 months)

Conducted speaking classes for adults, covering Business, Travel, and Daily English topics. Focused on improving conversational skills and confidence in a virtual environment.

Online Teaching Adult Education

ESL Teacher

iTutor Group

Jan 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 11 months)

Taught English to a diverse range of students, including children and adults across Asia. Provided grammar-focused sessions and constructive feedback to enhance language proficiency.

Cross Cultural Communication

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Cape Town

Certificate, Product Management

2024 - 2025

Completed a Product Management Certificate program, focusing on product thinking and user-centered design principles. Developed skills in problem-solving and adaptability relevant to product-focused roles.

KU Leuven

Certificate, Existential Well-being Counselling

2023 - 2024

Undertook studies in Existential Well-being Counselling, enhancing understanding of human well-being. Gained insights into psychological support and personal development.

International Open Academy

Certificate, TESOL

2021 - 2022

Obtained a 120-hour TESOL Certificate, specializing in ESL curriculum and lesson planning. Focused on learner engagement and motivation techniques for diverse learners.

TEFL Professional Dev. Institute

Certificate, TEFL

2018 - 2019

Achieved a 120-hour TEFL Certificate with High Distinction, emphasizing business English and conversational fluency. Developed strong skills in online teaching tools and cross-cultural communication.

University of Pretoria

BA General, General Studies

2014 - 2019

Pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree, building a foundational understanding across various disciplines. Developed analytical thinking and independent workflow skills.