Professional educator with strong background in teaching English as second language as well as teaching in a school environment. Skilled in curriculum development, interactive teaching methods, and fostering engaging, supportive learning environment. Focused on team collaboration and achieving student success, adaptable to changing educational needs. Reliable, effective communicator with passion for helping learners achieve their language goals.
Hi, I’m
Michelle O'Connell
Professional Online ESL Teacher
Cape Town
Summary
Overview
14
years of professional experience
1
Language
4
Certificates
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
NovaKid
Professional Online ESL Teacher
03.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Strengthened overall class performance by regularly assessing student progress using both formative and summative assessments to adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Communicated with students using gamified lessons and advanced online learning platforms, webcams and headphones.
- Provided instruction using textbooks, worksheets, games and visuals to help improve reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.
- Boosted reading comprehension levels for struggling students through targeted tutoring and personalized lesson plans.
Globish Academia
Profession Online Teacher
05.2020 - 05.2025
Job overview
- Enhanced student learning experiences by incorporating multimedia resources and interactive activities into lessons.
- Fostered strong relationships with students, showing empathy and providing support to promote their emotional well-being alongside academic success.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected changes in technology or scheduling while maintaining high-quality instruction for all students involved.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to grow in their critical thinking skills and achieve higher levels of comprehension.
DaDaABC
Online ESL teacher
05.2018 - 10.2021
Job overview
- Strengthened overall class performance by regularly assessing student progress using both formative and summative assessments to adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Adapted teaching methods according to each student''s unique learning style, leading to improved retention rates and higher test scores.
- Boosted reading comprehension levels for struggling students through targeted tutoring and lesson plans.
Lonehill Nursery school
Grade School Teacher
09.2015 - 10.2018
Job overview
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
Headstart Montessori
Head teacher/ assistant teacher
02.2011 - 08.2015
Job overview
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by holding regular meetings, discussing student performance, concerns, and areas for improvement.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Organized extracurricular activities that complemented the curriculum while fostering teamwork and leadership skills among students.
Timeline
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare
04-2025
Montessori Education for early years
04-2025
Professional Online ESL Teacher
NovaKid
03.2024 - Current
30 Hour IELTS preparation course
04-2022
Profession Online Teacher
Globish Academia
05.2020 - 05.2025
120 Hour course Teaching English as a foreign language
05-2019
Online ESL teacher
DaDaABC
05.2018 - 10.2021
Grade School Teacher
Lonehill Nursery school
09.2015 - 10.2018
Headstart Montessort Teaching Training College
NQF 5 Diploma from Montessori Early Childhood Development
02.2011 - 08.2014
Head teacher/ assistant teacher
Headstart Montessori
02.2011 - 08.2015
Greenside Design Colleage
Foundation Course from Foundation Course, For Graphic/ Multimedia And Interior Design
01.2010 - 01.2011
Summit College
High School Diploma
01.2005 - 12.2009
Quote
In the business world, the rearview mirror is always clearer than the windshield.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Education
Summit College
High School Diploma
01.2005 - 12.2009
University Overview
Subjects learnt:
English
Mathematics
Science
Information technology
Life Skills
Geography
Afrikaans
Headstart Montessort Teaching Training College
NQF 5 Diploma from Montessori Early Childhood Development
02.2011 - 08.2014
University Overview
Child development (developmental milestones)
Concrete to abstract learning through Montessori philosophy
First Aid
Fire training
Observing and Feedback of each individual child
Constantly researching how to fulfil needs and wants of child (follow the child)
Ability to work in all 5 environments (practical life, sensorial, culture, Mathematics and language)
Greenside Design Colleage
Foundation Course from Foundation Course, For Graphic/ Multimedia And Interior Design
01.2010 - 01.2011
University Overview
Skills
Online teaching
undefinedCertification
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Achieved ratings 4.5 out of 5 from the students working with Globish
- Earned a bonus for not receiving a negative review over 12 months from Novakid.
- Studied all courses required by the companies in record time, allowing me to teach adults and children individually and in group settings
Affiliations
Affiliations
- Sace- Licenced teacher in South Africa
- Certificate for attending RANSA Workshop – “Motivating children to meet their full potential” by Gail Mallisom (May 2015)
Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursCompany CultureWork from home optionHealthcare benefitsPaid time offPaid sick leave4-day work weekSoftware
Microsoft office
Manycam
Canva
Youtube
Classin
Interests
Computers
Music
Animals
Design and animation
Learning new skills
References
References
Siobhan Norris
Lonehill Nursery school
lonehillnursery@gmail.com
Mashoto Mgiba
Headstart Montessori
mashoto.mgiba@gmail.com
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