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Emma Paulsen

Emma Paulsen

Online ESL Tutor
Durban

Summary

- Dedicated, with experience as a Teacher’s Assistant, enhancing student engagement through dynamic lesson plans and fostering critical thinking. Known for patience and effective communication, I create supportive environments that promote learning and emotional well-being. Proficient in problem-solving and active listening, I strive to empower students in their educational journeys.


- Kind, positive and considerate Babysitter with great recommendations earned by providing individualized care. Led exciting and safe activities while setting examples for appropriate social behavior.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Babysitter

2024 - Current
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Offered emotional support by actively listening to children''s concerns and responding empathetically while fostering their problem-solving abilities.

Teacher’s Assistant

06.2025 - 08.2025
  • Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through problem-solving activities and group collaboration exercises.
  • Increased student engagement with dynamic lesson plans designed to accommodate diverse learning styles.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining open lines of communication with students, parents, and staff.

Education

Teaching

Stadio Higher Education
Durban, South Africa
04-2026

Skills

  • Patience and empathy
  • Problem-solving
  • Homework assistance
  • Computer skills
  • Effective communication
  • Calm and patient demeanor
  • Strong work ethic
  • Following directions
  • Reading and storytelling
  • Active listening
  • Child supervision

Certification

Certified TEFL teacher - English/ESL

Hobbies and Interests

When it comes to education, I enjoy both teaching and learning. 

With babysitting, I take time to understand children, as well as to provide safe environments for them. I am very involved in helping others in general - such as with charity, donation and volunteer work.

As for personal hobbies, I like to do both visual & performance art such as: sketching, painting, sculpting as well as dancing and acting. 

Timeline

Certified TEFL teacher - English/ESL

08-2025

Teacher’s Assistant

06.2025 - 08.2025

Babysitter

2024 - Current

Teaching

Stadio Higher Education
Emma PaulsenOnline ESL Tutor