Golf
Johann Strauss
Business English Teacher
Paarl
Summary
I am a passionate educator with expertise in Business English and a strong international background, including five years in China. I excel at creating engaging learning environments that build language proficiency and confidence, particularly in business communication. Committed to student success, I bring a results-driven approach and a deep understanding of diverse cultures to my teaching.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operational Manager
Village Deli
01.2022 - Current
- Mentored staff members on best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
- Implemented innovative solutions to address operational challenges, leading to increased efficiency and reduced costs.
- Demonstrated expertise in conflict resolution through mediating disputes between team members or departments, facilitating a harmonious work environment.
- Increased customer satisfaction with consistent quality control measures and proactive issue resolution.
Business English Teacher (Part Time)
Ripple Views
10.2021 - Current
- Conducted regular assessments to track student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
- Improved overall student engagement with interactive and innovative teaching methods.
- Developed tailored lesson plans for individual students'' needs, resulting in increased comprehension.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
English Teacher
Field Education Centre
03.2020 - 10.2021
- Oral English lessons for business professionals
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
ESL Teacher
Sesame Street
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Supported language development for non-native speakers by providing one-on-one tutoring sessions tailored to individual needs.
English Teacher
Mamalook
02.2018 - 01.2019
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
Business English Teacher
Chengdu Normal University
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles within the classroom.
- Managed classroom effectively, ensuring a safe and focused learning environment for all students.
- Improved overall student engagement with interactive and innovative teaching methods.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips and guest speakers to enhance real-world connections to course material.
Education
Post Graduate Certificate - Entrepreneurship in Emerging Economies
Harvard Business School
03.2022 -
MBA - Entrepreneurship And Innovation
York St John University
York, United Kingdom 04.2001 -
Higher Certificate - Quantitate Management
University of South Africa
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
TESOL Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language
Cape Town Tesol Training Institute
Cape Town, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Teaching English
Communication
Staff management
Teamwork
Team leadership
Strategic planning
Goal setting
Certification
120H TESOL
Interests
Travel
Teaching
Networking
Timeline
Post Graduate Certificate - Entrepreneurship in Emerging Economies
Harvard Business School
03.2022 -
Operational Manager
Village Deli
01.2022 - Current
Business English Teacher (Part Time)
Ripple Views
10.2021 - Current
English Teacher
Field Education Centre
03.2020 - 10.2021
ESL Teacher
Sesame Street
02.2019 - 03.2020
English Teacher
Mamalook
02.2018 - 01.2019
Business English Teacher
Chengdu Normal University
02.2017 - 01.2018
120H TESOL
01-2017
MBA - Entrepreneurship And Innovation
York St John University
04.2001 -
Higher Certificate - Quantitate Management
University of South Africa
04.2001 -
TESOL Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language
Cape Town Tesol Training Institute
04.2001 -
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