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Work History
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Certification
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Tanya Kudiwa

Tanya Kudiwa

Gangnam, Seoul,South Korea

Summary

A trained and highly qualified ESL and special needs educator with 9 years' experience skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ESL & Special Needs Educator

Yukyoung School
Seoul, South Korea
09.2023 - Current
  • Teaching ESL to grade 4-6
  • Report writing on Speech Pathology and SPED,
  • Online assessments, teaching and student interactions,
  • Play Therapy and Phono-Graphix Reading
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students that outlined educational goals and objectives.
  • Established positive relationships with families through regular communication about their child's academic progress.

Special Education English Teacher

Teaching English Northcote Academy (Namibia)
Ondangwa
03.2018 - 04.2020
  • Special Education Grade 8-9 Approximate class size of 10 students.
  • Conducted assessments of English language development for all special education students at least once per year.
  • Integrated various technologies into the classroom setting such as iPads or laptops when appropriate.
  • Additional Roles:
    Drama Club
    Athletics and Volley Ball assistant
    Reading Club

ESL Educator & Curriculum Developer

I2 Institute of Education (China)
Nanning
09.2016 - 02.2018
  • Teaching ESL students 4 years-18 years Approximate class size of 4- 6 students
  • Curriculum Development
  • PBL Specialist
  • Developed lesson plans to teach course materials according to schedule.
  • Created a welcoming atmosphere for all students regardless of cultural background or ability level.
  • Built relationships with students of diverse cultural, social and economic backgrounds.

Inclusive Educator-Reading Intervention

Taal Net South Africa
Midrand
08.2013 - 09.2016
  • Teaching English and SPED Grade 4-7 Approximate class size of 10 Students
  • Creating a safe, comfortable learning environment for students by establishing positive relationships with them. Additional Roles:
    Drama Club
    Athletics/ Track Team
    Reading Club and Scouts

Geography & English Teacher

Taal Net Zimbabwe
Harare
07.2011 - 07.2013

Teaching English and Reading to students in Grades 4-7

  • Assisted faculty in the development and implementation of new course material.
  • Extra Responsibilities Drama Club
  • Girl Guides

Education

Master of Arts - TESOL

IGSE
Gangdong, South Korea
08-2023

Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies & English

Africa University
Mutare, Zimbabwe
06-2010

Master of Arts - SPED

Moreland University
Washington DC, USA

Some College (No Degree) - Teaching Special Education

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Skills

  • Professionally trained to work with both regular children and students with special needs Research and curriculum development for ESL, Special Needs Education, Speech Therapy and Phono-Graphix Reading
  • Proficient in tailoring instructional strategies for diverse learners, including both mainstream students and those with special needs
  • Expertise in developing play therapy, drama and music strategies for education
  • Skilled in implementing effective behavioural tactics to support self-control and manage conduct, particularly tailored to the needs of students with special needs
  • Adept at establishing and enforcing behaviour guidelines and operational processes to create an inclusive and disciplined learning environment
  • Understanding of the vital First Aid and CPR techniques
  • ESL Curriculum Support and teaching

Certification

  • Teaching License- In Progress

Languages

English
First Language
Portuguese
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Chinese (Mandarin)
Beginner
A1
Korean
Beginner
A1

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

ESL & Special Needs Educator

Yukyoung School
09.2023 - Current

Special Education English Teacher

Teaching English Northcote Academy (Namibia)
03.2018 - 04.2020

ESL Educator & Curriculum Developer

I2 Institute of Education (China)
09.2016 - 02.2018

Inclusive Educator-Reading Intervention

Taal Net South Africa
08.2013 - 09.2016

Geography & English Teacher

Taal Net Zimbabwe
07.2011 - 07.2013

Master of Arts - TESOL

IGSE

Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies & English

Africa University

Master of Arts - SPED

Moreland University

Some College (No Degree) - Teaching Special Education

Alison
Tanya Kudiwa