Sibongakonke Uminathi Gumede
Cape Town,41
Summary
Goal-minded English Teacher with experience directing students in essay writing, listening, speaking, and reading comprehension. Delivers exciting, meaningful classroom lectures to engage students with an upbeat attitude and smooth communication when interacting with parents, students, fellow teachers, and school administrators.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English Teacher
Lykeion Language Forum
Suwon, South Korea
03.2024 - Current
- Lead thought-provoking conversations in the classroom by dissecting newspaper articles and fostering an environment for open dialogue on English literature and language arts.
- Encourage self-expression among learners through oral presentations and debates.
- Create lesson plans, handouts, and other materials for teaching English grammar, reading comprehension, and creative writing skills.
- Integrate technology into classroom settings to engage students and diversify instruction.
Kindergarten Homeroom Teacher
Rise Academy Jinju
Jinju
03.2022 - 02.2024
- Instructed students in basic English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Reviewed course materials, monitored student progress, and identified strengths and weaknesses to plan future improvements.
- Incorporated advanced technology, including audio-visual equipment, to improve teaching effectiveness and enhance student learning.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and maximize student engagement
- Assisted students in their preparation for the STAR assessments, TOEFL, MAP, and IELTS exams
- Conducted performance evaluations to pinpoint areas for growth.
English Instructor
The Star Academy for Autism
Cape Town
03.2019 - 01.2022
- I assessed and tailored my teaching strategies for effective learning based on their aptitude levels and learning styles
- I created a productive classroom environment and supplementary materials such as study guides, games, and flashcards for students to use outside class
- Created flexible academic programs and classroom environments, promoting learning and personal growth.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
University of Buckingham
United Kingdom02-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Honors in Industrial Psychology
University of South Africa
06.2023
TEFL Certification - TEFL Certification
University of South Africa, Language Institute
09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling Psychology
University of South Africa
06.2021
Skills
- Editing and proofreading
- Grammar Instruction
- Teaching strategies
- Writing concepts
- Adapting to Different Learning Styles
- cross-cultural communication
Certification
Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
English Teacher
Lykeion Language Forum
03.2024 - Current
Kindergarten Homeroom Teacher
Rise Academy Jinju
03.2022 - 02.2024
English Instructor
The Star Academy for Autism
03.2019 - 01.2022
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
University of Buckingham
Bachelor of Arts - Honors in Industrial Psychology
University of South Africa
TEFL Certification - TEFL Certification
University of South Africa, Language Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling Psychology
University of South Africa
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