Alexander Woolf
Johannesburg
Summary
Skilled individual with passion for helping students reach academic goals. Creates engaging learning experiences tailored to meet individual student needs. Smart candidate develops strategies to help students bolster academic performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Mobility and Posture Trainer
Self-employeed
11.2021 - Current
- Using knowledge acquired from Human Kinetics & Ergonomics, such as functional anatomy and biomechanics, to create custom corrective exercise and postural alignment workouts for in-person sessions.
- Scheduled and taught in class and online courses to increase learning opportunities.
- Performed continuous evaluations of content and plans to enhance delivery and improve effectiveness.
- Educated clients on proper use of products and systems.
- Prepared and presented supplementary learning material to support structured lessons.
- Recorded and edited videos to facilitate remote learning.
- Introduced standardized training for cohesive learning environments.
- Monitored participant workflow and behaviors throughout training process.
- Developed individualized training plans to individuals, based on needs
Tutor Numeracy
Lebogang Gabriella
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Supported student with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Collaborated with student to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated student towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Used flashcards and other techniques to test and improve memory through practiced information retrieval.
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Mentored and coached students with focus on developing independence and self-confidence.
- Assisted students in developing study skills and strategies.
- Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
Mathematics Tutor
Lynton Norval
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Supported student with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Encouraged student, by offering support and positive reinforcement
- Discussed educational goals and expectations.
- Assisted with student assignments and past papers
- Discussed concepts, and practiced questions.
Biology and Chemistry Tutor
Dean Berzen
Johannesburg, South Africa
11.2018 - 09.2019
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Created tailored lesson plans and study guides to teach and assist students in area of study.
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
- Conducted group tutoring sessions to help students engage active learning and critical thinking skills.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Assisted students in developing study skills and strategies.
1st year tutor for Human Kinetics & Ergonomics
01.2017
- Marked assignments, facilitated tutorial sessions, and was a demonstrator in practicals every week.
Waitor at Oscar’s Country Cafe
Oscar
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Served customers with knowledge of the menu and helped with food preparation, table placement, washing dishes, and stock take.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
- Maintained customer satisfaction by clarifying questions about orders and specialty items.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
Education
BSc Honours Biochemistry -
Rhodes University
MSc Biochemistry -
Rhodes University
01.2021
BSc Biochemistry, Chemistry, Human Kinetics & Ergonomics -
Rhodes University
01.2017
Skills
- Computer literate – (Microsoft Office and Graph Pad Prism)
- Written communication and report writing
- Data handling and statistical analysis
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Time management and administration
- Attention to detail
- Organized and adaptive
- Calm and supportive
- Tailored lesson planning
References
Dr Heinrich Hoppe, +27 46-603-8262, h.hoppe@ru.ac.za, Associate Professor, Rhodes University
Dean Berzen 082 551 5816 Trainee at PKF Octagon
Lynton Norval 082 323 9548 Business Student and Personal Trainer
Lebogang Gabriella 061 369 3281 Psychology Student
Timeline
Tutor Numeracy
Lebogang Gabriella
01.2023 - 12.2023
Mathematics Tutor
Lynton Norval
01.2022 - 02.2023
Mobility and Posture Trainer
Self-employeed
11.2021 - Current
Biology and Chemistry Tutor
Dean Berzen
11.2018 - 09.2019
1st year tutor for Human Kinetics & Ergonomics
01.2017
Waitor at Oscar’s Country Cafe
Oscar
01.2016 - 12.2016
BSc Honours Biochemistry -
Rhodes University
MSc Biochemistry -
Rhodes University
BSc Biochemistry, Chemistry, Human Kinetics & Ergonomics -
Rhodes University