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Desica Singh

Online Tutor
Pretoria

Summary

Driven optometrist and online tutor with a proven track record at Latitude Home Schooling and Newkwa Medical Cnt. Excelled in student engagement and assessment strategies, enhancing academic outcomes and patient care. Leveraged online tools proficiency and motivational techniques to achieve high satisfaction ratings, demonstrating exceptional organization and cross-cultural understanding. Talented Tutor offering outstanding communication and problem-solving skills. Fosters positive learning environment by encouraging students to develop individual skills. Specializing in 1:1 instruction, team collaboration and relations with students, parents and support staff. 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

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Online Tutor

Latitude Home Schooling
05.2020 - Current
  • Established strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and motivating learning environment.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of instructional materials and methods, refining lesson plans based on student feedback and performance data.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices for online tutoring and education.
  • Motivated students in positive learning environment to build academic confidence.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by implementing engaging and interactive online tutoring sessions.
  • Supported diverse student population through different teaching styles to cover multiple learning styles.
  • Provided verbal and written constructive criticism and positive feedback to students.
  • Utilized various online platforms and tools to deliver effective tutoring services for remote learners.
  • Consistently maintained high satisfaction ratings from both students and parents, ensuring long-term client retention.
  • Conducted regular assessment tests to monitor student progress over time, adjusting instruction as needed for optimal results.
  • Offered flexible scheduling options for busy families, accommodating diverse needs while prioritizing student success.
  • Identified individual student needs and created tailored lesson plans for improved academic outcomes.

Optometrist

Newkwa Medical Cnt
12.1997 - 04.2020
  • Examined, diagnosed and managed diseases and disorders of eyes and associated structures.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex eye conditions.
  • Mentored optometry students during their clinical rotations, fostering professional development for future practitioners.
  • Conducted assessments and oral examinations of optometry students at University of KwaZulu Natal

Education

Level 3 Certification in TEFL

TEFL
07.2024

Good Clinical Practice Cerification

Crede
Cape Town, South Africa
11.2023

Bachelor of Science - Optometry

University Of Durban-Westville
Durban
04.2001 -

Skills

Student Engagement

Motivational Techniques

Student Advocacy

Organization

Online tools proficiency

Cross-cultural understanding

Assessment Strategies

Feedback provision

Interests

Yoga

Cooking

Timeline

Online Tutor

Latitude Home Schooling
05.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Optometry

University Of Durban-Westville
04.2001 -

Optometrist

Newkwa Medical Cnt
12.1997 - 04.2020

Level 3 Certification in TEFL

TEFL

Good Clinical Practice Cerification

Crede
Desica SinghOnline Tutor