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Ofentse Dube

@ofentsedube

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Freelance writer and ESL educator crafting socially aware, reader-focused content.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for junior and remote writing opportunities where I can create reflective, reader-focused content. I’m especially interested in educational and ESL/ESL roles, using my writing plus lesson material and learner-support experience in multicultural teams.

I’m a freelance writer, blogger, and contributing writer with online publishing experience dating back to April 2019 through Marubini Personal Blog, plus published contributions to Jambo Africa Online. My work blends reflective storytelling with social awareness—focused on human rights, mental health, African identity, personal development, culture, and millennial perspectives.

I pride myself on strong English language delivery: writing, grammar accuracy, proofreading, editing, and content structuring that keeps readers engaged and informed. I’m especially effective at tailoring tone, language, and messaging for online audiences, learners, and multicultural readers, using research, personal reflection, and clear communication.

Alongside my writing, I bring years of English teaching experience that directly strengthens my educational content creation. I’ve developed CAPS-aligned English HL & FAL lessons, assessments, and learning materials, and I’ve supported literacy, reading confidence, grammar, vocabulary development, and written expression across different learner abilities.

As a Registered Educator with SACE, I combine classroom discipline with creative, reader-first writing. I’m open to remote writing opportunities and want to grow in junior roles such as content writing and ESL/educational content writing—turning ideas into clear, structured, impactful content.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Freelance Writer / Blogger

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Marubini Personal Blog

Apr 2019 - Present (7 years 2 months)

Wrote and published reflective, socially aware blog and contributing articles since Apr 2019, covering human rights, mental health, African identity and personal development. Built an online writing portfolio and produced audience-focused English content, including published pieces for Jambo Africa Online.

Blogging Content Writing Article Writing Proofreading Editing Research Audience Adaptation Storytelling ESL EFL Content Support

Intermediate Phase English Teacher

Princefield Trust School

Jan 2021 - Mar 2026 (5 years 2 months)

Delivered CAPS-aligned English HL and FAL lessons for Grades 4–6, developing grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension and written communication through structured learning materials. Assessed learners, provided constructive feedback, and communicated progress to parents while adapting content to different language levels.

English HL FAL Teaching Lesson planning CAPS Curriculum Assessment Development Reading Comprehension Written Communication

ESL/EFL English Teacher

Eby Talking Club

Nov 2018 - Nov 2019 (1 year)

Planned and delivered ESL/EFL lessons across proficiency levels, strengthening conversational English, pronunciation, vocabulary, fluency and learner confidence in a multicultural learning environment. Monitored progress and adapted activities and communication style based on learner needs.

Speaking Listening Activities Fluency Multicultural Communication

Secondary High School English Teacher

Hope Fountain Combined School

Jan 2018 - Oct 2018 (9 months)

Taught English HL and FAL to secondary/high school learners, focusing on reading, writing, grammar, comprehension, and essay/examination preparation. Reviewed learner work, provided feedback to improve writing quality, and supported classroom engagement and academic participation.

English HL FAL Teaching Essay Writing Exam Preparation CAPS Aligned Lesson Planning Reading Comprehension Classroom Resource Planning

Office Administrator

Ngwane Solutions

Jan 2016 - Jan 2017 (1 year)

Provided administrative and operational support, managing filing systems, scheduling, and office documentation while maintaining accurate records. Assisted with reports, presentations and business correspondence to support smooth daily office operations.

Office Administration Scheduling Record keeping Administrative Documentation Administrative Writing Report Preparation