Reese Naidoo
ESL Teacher
Pretoria
Summary
I am a 24-year-old driven, engaged, and motivated student with strong communication skills and a constant itch to learn more and enhance my knowledge with every new day. I work efficiently and precisely in isolation however, in a team, I am able to take on the role of either a leader or an equally important team player, depending on what is needed from me. Being a people person, I pride myself on being personable and dependable.
I have received my Bachelor of Sciences from the University of Pretoria with distinction. Shortly after graduating I went on to complete my TEFL and have taught in South Korea for the last year (2023). This current experience has shown me how much I enjoy challenges and new adventures.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Online ESL Teacher
Ignite Learning
02.2024 - Current
- Develop tailored lesson plans and resources for diverse learner profiles, emphasizing interactive and age-appropriate activities.
- Prepare students for international English exams
- Coach adult learners for job interviews, focusing on communication skills and professional correspondence in English.
- Provide individualized instruction in grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, reading, comprehension, writing and listening.
- Manage virtual classrooms effectively to maintain a positive learning environment, integrating technology for enhanced engagement.
- Communicate regularly with parents on students' progress and collaborate in setting achievable learning goals.
TUTOR
Teach me 2
2 2021 - 12.2023
- Registered with Teach me 2, offering lessons in English (all grades), Afrikaans (all grades), Mathematics (until grade 10), all foundation phase subjects, Business Studies and Physical Science (until grade 10)
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
ESL Teacher
Avalon Academy
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Conducted English classes for Kindergarten, Elementary School and Middle School students
- Helped students develop their English skills through lessons and activities with the focal points being reading, listening, writing and speaking
- Planned and constructed lessons around a set curriculum to best support reading, listening, speaking and writing skill development
- Analyzed assessment data to refine lessons and unit plans and make adjustments to support struggling students.
- Prepared and trained students for international speech contests
- Administered and graded tests to evaluate student progress
- Planned, organized and carried out positive reinforcement and reward/event days
- Assisted with marketing events
PRIVATE TUTOR
Self-employed
03.2020 - 12.2023
- Tutoring privately online and at home
- Subjects: Amani Fadal (Grade 6 Mathematics), Ronaq Mohammed Ali (Grade 6 Mathematics), Aaliyah Palmer (Grade 11 English)
- Provided targeted support in specific subject areas where students struggled the most, enhancing overall academic success.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Satori
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Internship | Part time
- Administrative duties: liaising with suppliers and negotiating prices, providing excellent customer support, monitoring and handling online purchases, maintaining inventory, managing orders, deliveries, and collections, provide support to sales staff, general administration
MASK MAKER
Satori
04.2020 - 05.2020
- Local book binding company Satori started making masks at the beginning of the pandemic and I worked in the production line and took on some administration responsibilities as well
- Creating mask templates, monitoring and handling online purchases, managing orders, deliveries, and collections
BOOK BINDER
Satori
06.2018 - 07.2018
- Worked for a local book binding company in Pretoria where I cut, sewed and glued components to bind books according to specifications given to me, using manually operated equipment
Education
TESOL - Education- ESL teaching
Xplore Asia
BSc Food Sciences - Completed with Distinction - Food Sciences
University of Pretoria
National Senior Certificate -
Lyttleton Manor High School
Skills
Microsoft Office
Writing and editing skills
Academic Research and Writing
Knowledge of social media platforms
Critical thinking, Adaptability, Detail oriented, Emotional intelligence
ESL Focused Skills
Lesson Plan Development
Student Evaluation
Speaking Practice
Professional Development
Fluency Development
Cultural immersion
Additional Information
- Female
- Birthdate: 16/05/2000
- Citizenship: South African
- English Ability: Native Speaker
- Marital Status: Single
- Health: Excellent
Timeline
Online ESL Teacher
Ignite Learning
02.2024 - Current
ESL Teacher
Avalon Academy
12.2022 - 12.2023
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Satori
01.2021 - 04.2021
MASK MAKER
Satori
04.2020 - 05.2020
PRIVATE TUTOR
Self-employed
03.2020 - 12.2023
BOOK BINDER
Satori
06.2018 - 07.2018
TUTOR
Teach me 2
2 2021 - 12.2023
TESOL - Education- ESL teaching
Xplore Asia
BSc Food Sciences - Completed with Distinction - Food Sciences
University of Pretoria
National Senior Certificate -
Lyttleton Manor High School
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