Lona Zwakala
Teacher
Mthatha
Summary
New teaching graduate with an academic background in English as a major, also Geography in my undergraduate seeks an English position. I believe in accepting the differences and unique capabilities of each student. I aim to help every student express themselves in a safe and supportive environment. I am seeking the vacant teaching role to deliver engaging and inclusive classes and prepare students for the next stage of their learning. I believe that my patience, strong conflict management skills, and positive attitude have prepared me to work well. I am hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager and ready to help team achieve school goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Marker
Walter Sisulu University
Mthatha
2023.07 - 2023.12
- Marking Communication Skills in English and Geography students.
Writing Centre Assistant
Walter Sisulu University
MTHATHA
2022.03 - 2023.11
- My job was to assist students with academic writing and to familiarize themselves with their modules and to adapt to the new environment they were in.
Student teacher
Khanyisa High School
MTHATHA
2023.07 - 2023.09
- I was an English first additional language teacher at Khanyisa High School for a period of 2 months.
Peer helper assistant
Walter Sisulu University
MTHATHA
2021.02 - 2021.11
- My job was to help students who were finding it hard to adapt to the university and those who had problems with their studies, academice and family related to refer them to qualified counsellors
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English and Geography, Sociology and Anthropology
Walter Sisulu University
2019.01 - 2023.04
PGCE - Languages
Walter Sisulu University
2023.01 - 2023.04
Teaching English as a Foreign Language - undefined
World Tesol Academy
2021.03 - 2021.05
Skills
Communication skillsTime managementFlexibilityTeam leaderWork experience
Classroom management
Student-centered learning
Websites
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Mthatha
- Date of Birth: 04/30/00
- Gender: Female
Resume Objective
New PGCE graduate with an academic background in English as a major, also Geography in my undergraduate seeks an English position. I believe in accepting the differences and unique capabilities of each student. I aim to help every student express themselves in a safe and supportive environment. I am seeking the vacant teaching role to deliver engaging and inclusive classes and prepare students for the next stage of their learning. I believe that my patience, strong conflict management skills, and positive attitude have prepared me to work well with learners.
References
- Mr M. Ndamase, +27 78 791 5379, mndamase@wsu.ac.za, Walter Sisulu University
- Dr L. Sincuba, 073 318 6324, lsincuba@gmail.com, Khanyisa High School
- Mr R.N. Mangaliso, 073 991 3008, rnmangaliso@wsu.ac.za, Walter Sisulu University
Timeline
Marker
Walter Sisulu University
2023.07 - 2023.12
Student teacher
Khanyisa High School
2023.07 - 2023.09
PGCE - Languages
Walter Sisulu University
2023.01 - 2023.04
Writing Centre Assistant
Walter Sisulu University
2022.03 - 2023.11
Teaching English as a Foreign Language - undefined
World Tesol Academy
2021.03 - 2021.05
Peer helper assistant
Walter Sisulu University
2021.02 - 2021.11
Bachelor of Arts - English and Geography, Sociology and Anthropology
Walter Sisulu University
2019.01 - 2023.04