Caitlin Bester
Cape Town
Summary
Dynamic English Tutor with a TESOL certificate. With a passion for enhancing students' English proficiency through innovative lesson plans and personalized tutoring. Skilled in building rapport and employing effective teaching strategies, including Total Physical Response, to significantly boost academic performance. Expert in pronunciation coaching and classroom management, consistently fostering a positive and engaging learning environment.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
English Tutor
Palfish
04.2024 - Current
- Improved students' written and verbal English skills through personalized learning programs.
- Enhanced students'' reading and writing skills by implementing interactive and engaging lesson plans.
- Developed personalized tutoring sessions based on student needs, leading to improved academic performance.
- Taught students study techniques and strategies for succeeding on grammar and composition tests.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and offering consistent support to students.
Intern
Standard Bank Group
08.2024 - 09.2024
Global Markets Trading Job Simulation
Education
Bachelor in Foundation Phase Education - Foundation Phase Education
Stellenbosch University
Cape Town, South Africa 01.2022 - 12.2026
No Degree - Teaching English As A Second Language
International Open Academy
02.2024 - 04.2024
Skills
Building rapport
English and Mathematics Instruction
Organizational and time management skills
Motivating students
Pronunciation coaching
Classroom Management Abilities
Student assessment
Total Physical Response
Teaching strategies
Vocabulary expansion
Experience teaching in schools
I have experience teaching young learners in schools. Therefore I have experience in classroom management and lesson planning.
Timeline
Intern
Standard Bank Group
08.2024 - 09.2024
English Tutor
Palfish
04.2024 - Current
No Degree - Teaching English As A Second Language
International Open Academy
02.2024 - 04.2024
Bachelor in Foundation Phase Education - Foundation Phase Education
Stellenbosch University
01.2022 - 12.2026
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