Very comfortable with teaching platforms such as Big Blue Button and Zoom
Henri Gouws
TEFL Teacher
Knysna
Summary
Offering collaborative and culturally-sensitive approach to language teaching, eager to thrive in diverse classroom settings. I bring foundational understanding of language teaching principles and utilize creative methodologies to engage students effectively. I am ready to use and develop instructional and communication skills in my teaching role and I am very eager to hone my skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
TEFL Teacher
02.2026 - Current
- Continuously improved teaching skills through professional development courses, workshops, and conferences related to language education.
- Collaborated with fellow TEFL teachers to share best practices, improve instructional materials, and develop new curriculum ideas.
- Increased student fluency in English by designing interactive speaking exercises focused on practical everyday situations.
- Utilized authentic materials such as articles, songs and videos to expose students to real-world examples of spoken English.
- Presented my own material to 30+ classes unassisted with a total of 45+ hours of total teaching time
Life guard
NSRI
12.2025 - 03.2026
- Furthermore during this period I worked events such as the UIPM world championships in Mossel Bay between December 11- December 14 2025
- NSRI, Sedgefield-George
Sea Rescue Lifeguard
NSRI
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Stayed up-to-date on first aid and emergency best practices through training.
- Performed rescue and first-aid operations as required, administering medical assistance to minimise injury.
- Carried out routine inspections of rescue equipment, guaranteeing readiness for emergency responses.
- Monitored swimming areas for safety violations, promptly addressing hazards to maintain a secure environment.
- Kept watch over swimmers attentively to ensure fast response when distress situations arise.
- Administered first aid and life-saving techniques during emergencies, effectively managing critical situations.
- Communicated effectively with swimmers of all ages, providing guidance and support as needed.
- NSRI, Knysna, South Africa
Waiter
Charlene Turpin
12.2023 - 01.2024
- Served meals and drinks with professionalism and care, ensuring timely delivery to maintain high standards of service.
- Delivered friendly and fast service to process high-volume food and drink orders at peak times.
- Maintained safe hygiene and food handling standards for full compliance.
- Supported team members during rush hours, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
- Charlene Turpin, Knysna, South Africa
Education
NSC - Mathematics, Accounting, Biology, History
Knysna High School
Knysna, South Africa12-2025
English
Knysna English School
Knysna 04.2001 -
Skills
Equipment maintenance
First aid administration
Team collaboration
Communication skills
Conflict resolution
Accomplishments
- 1st dan black belt in Shotokan karate
- Gold and silver at national level in both controlled and uncontrolled fighting
- Multiple trophies for achievement in karate
- Various medals from athletics competitions such as discus and shot put
Software
Software literate
Interests
Trail running, Hiking, Surfing, Canoeing, Wood chopping
Timeline
TEFL Teacher
02.2026 - Current
Life guard
NSRI
12.2025 - 03.2026
Sea Rescue Lifeguard
NSRI
11.2024 - 02.2025
Waiter
Charlene Turpin
12.2023 - 01.2024
English
Knysna English School
04.2001 -
NSC - Mathematics, Accounting, Biology, History
Knysna High School
Additional Information
- Volunteer work and sports participation
- Volunteer at local churches for unpaid labor, partake in various sports such as rugby, swimming, karate and athletics
- I often volunteer at local churches for unpaid labor, I partake in various sports such as rugby, swimming, karate and athletics
Past time
- I enjoy outdoor activities and meeting new people
- I enjoy spending my free time in the presence of others or being physically active
- I am currently studying French for travel and I am currently at A2 level, this is along with my Afrikaans and English both being at C2 level
- I always enjoy learning about different cultures