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Amanda-Bea Rehman
Education Assistant/ TEFL Teacher
28 Bonaventura Avenue, St Winefreds, Durban,Kwazulu-Natal
Summary
Dedicated Teaching Assistant and graduate student pursuing degree in Postgraduate Certificate in Education focused on supporting faculty with classroom needs. Highly organized and adept in multitasking, prioritizing tasks and building relationships with staff, students and parents. Friendly and outgoing and focused on comprehensive, life-based approaches to education. Energetic problem solver, skill-builder and conflict resolver.
Overview
2
2
Languages
7
7
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant
KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education
Durban, Kwazulu-Natal
12.2020 - Current
- Administrative duties such as organization of home packs, making copies, preparation & filing of learner information/reports etc.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Assisted in preparing and decorating classrooms for the return of students.
- Graded tests and papers and recorded grades for teaching staff.
English Teacher
Language Link
Moscow
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Teaching English to young learners and adults.
- Kindergarten/preschool level to adults.
- Created a new young learner foundation course.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of all students.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Prepared students for IELTS/CAE/FCE standardized testing.
Communications Coordinator
EF –English, Beijing
Beijing
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Collaborated with senior leaders to offer recommendations and creative communications solutions between employees.
- Developed new channels to keep internal teams updates, as well as communicate effectively with teachers, students and parents.
- Maintained positive relationships with teachers, faculty, alumni and administration.
T3-Health and Safety Specialist
EF-English First
Beijing
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Worked closely with other T3 level teachers to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete classroom safety projects.
- Created safe work environment by complying with safety, health and security requirements.
- Assisted teachers to help understand and overcome personal, social and behavioral problems in the workplace.
- Proposed creative team building activities.
English Teacher
EF- English First
Beijing, China
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Teaching English to students from ages 3 to 16 years old.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Established appropriate deadlines and provided complete instructions for reading assignment and homework.
- Planned dynamic lessons on English as a first language to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Provided personal guidance for students struggling both in and out of classrooms, maintaining professionalism while helping students feel safe.
Assistant Researcher
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Kingsburgh, Kwazulu-Natal
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
- Collecting data and archive source material for Professor Marc Epprecht.
- Performed research into study topics to increase knowledge and ability to provide valuable contributions.
Residence Assistant
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Pietermaritzburg, Kwazulu-Natal
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Providing assistance to residence administrators with admissions, implementing residence rules, initiating and implementing residence life programs, providing assistance to students during emergencies , assisting RLOs with conducting house committee elections, provide mentoring and supportive assistance to students, attending designated liaison and departmental meetings.
- Guided students to integrate into both academic and social communities on campus.
- Maintained individual records for each student of emergency contacts and administrative support documentation.
- Initiated dormitory programs to foster positive relationships and safe social opportunities.
Academic Tutor
Entropic Tutors
Pietermaritzburg, Kwazulu-Natal
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Providing tutoring services in History, English and IsiZulu to students.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
Event Coordinator
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Kingsburgh, Kwazulu-Natal
01.2015 - 03.2015
- Selected and ordered décor and event materials.
- Organized Woman's day event s involving all female university of KwaZulu-Natal residences at Pietermaritzburg campus.
- Managed event budget, operations, including support staff, sponsorships and volunteers.
Academic Tutor
Education Matters
Pietermaritzburg, Kwazulu-Natal
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments in English and History, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Maintained detailed files and created charts tracking students learning progress.
- Tutored struggling, average and advanced students in course materials.
Education
National School Safety Framework Implementation - Education
Department Of Basic Education
South Africa 02.2021 - 02.2021
TKT Certificate: Background To Teaching Language - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Cambridge English
Online 08.2018 - 09.2018
TKT: Young Learners Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Cambridge English
Beijing 03.2018 - 04.2018
TEFL Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Foundation TEFL
Online 10.2017 - 11.2017
Masters in Social Sciences in History - History
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Pietermaritzburg 01.2015 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Social Science Honours - History
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Pietermaritzburg 01.2014 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies/ Relations
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Pietermaritzburg 01.2011 - 12.2013
Matric (National Senior Certificate) -
Amanzimtoti High School
Amanzimtoti 01.2010 - 12.2010
Skills
Communication
Punctuality
Microsoft Office proficient
Organizational skills
File/records maintenance
Conflict resolution techniques
Educational assistance
Classroom support
Teacher Support
Differentiated instruction
Classroom management
File management
Research implementation
Interests
Travel
Writing
Hiking
Timeline
National School Safety Framework Implementation - Education
Department Of Basic Education
02.2021 - 02.2021
Educational Assistant
KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education
12.2020 - Current
English Teacher
Language Link
01.2019 - 03.2020
TKT Certificate: Background To Teaching Language - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Cambridge English
08.2018 - 09.2018
TKT: Young Learners Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Cambridge English
03.2018 - 04.2018
Communications Coordinator
EF –English, Beijing
01.2018 - 01.2019
T3-Health and Safety Specialist
EF-English First
01.2018 - 01.2019
English Teacher
EF- English First
01.2018 - 01.2019
TEFL Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Foundation TEFL
10.2017 - 11.2017
Assistant Researcher
University of KwaZulu-Natal
01.2016 - 06.2016
Masters in Social Sciences in History - History
University of KwaZulu-Natal
01.2015 - 12.2016
Residence Assistant
University of KwaZulu-Natal
01.2015 - 01.2016
Academic Tutor
Entropic Tutors
01.2015 - 01.2016
Event Coordinator
University of KwaZulu-Natal
01.2015 - 03.2015
Bachelor of Social Science Honours - History
University of KwaZulu-Natal
01.2014 - 12.2014
Academic Tutor
Education Matters
01.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies/ Relations
University of KwaZulu-Natal
01.2011 - 12.2013
Matric (National Senior Certificate) -
Amanzimtoti High School
01.2010 - 12.2010