Misha Makan
Educator & CREATIVE PROFESSIONAL
Cape Town
Summary
A versatile, people-focused professional with experience spanning education, design, and marketing combining creativity with structure and clear communication.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Native English Language Teacher
Bahcesehir College
2020.08 - 2024.08
- Delivered dynamic, student-centered English lessons to primary and middle school students aligned with British Council standards, fostering confidence and critical thinking.
- Developed teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.
Native English Language Teacher
Minidil Language Club
2018.08 - 2020.08
- Designed creative, adaptive lesson plans to meet the needs of diverse learners in primary, middle and high school.
- Assessed student progress, providing constructive feedback to motivate improvement in language proficiency.
Literacy Specialist
I Can Read
2016.06 - 2017.11
- Improved literacy rates to primary, middle and high school students by implementing targeted reading interventions and assessments for struggling students.
- Boosted reading comprehension skills by integrating vocabulary development and text analysis activities into daily lessons.
English Language Instructor
Langmaster
2016.02 - 2016.06
- Conducted group and one-on-one English sessions for university students and young professionals.
- Assisted students in understanding and improving sound and symbol relationships, spelling, punctuation, style, and pronunciation through self-developed exercises.
Design & Marketing Assistant
Skinny la Minx
2015.01 - 2015.11
- Assisted the design and marketing team in various projects, enhancing overall workflow and productivity.
- Increased brand awareness by implementing targeted marketing campaigns and social media strategies.
Marketing Assistant
Enmasse Tea Merchants
2014.01 - 2014.12
- Increased brand awareness by implementing targeted marketing campaigns and social media strategies.
- Input new data, updated old records and cross-checked information to keep marketing database up-to-date.
Visual Merchandiser
Levi Strauss Head Office
2013.01 - 2013.12
- Plan and execute visual displays in line with Levi's brand guidelines and seasonal campaigns.
- Coordinated with marketing team to create cohesive in-store promotional materials for special events and sales campaigns.
Visual Merchandiser
The Lot
2010.01 - 2012.12
- Managed the store’s creative direction and visual merchandising, designing layouts and displays to reflect brand identity and enhance customer experience.
Sales Assistant
The Lot
2008.03 - 2009.10
- Supported store merchandising and visual displays while assisting customers with styling and product selection. Helped maintain an appealing, on-brand shopping environment.
Education
Certificate - TEFL / TESOL
The Knowledge Workshop
Cape Town, South Africa2015-12
Bachelors of Social Science - Psychology
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa2014-12
Diploma - Fashion / Apparel Design
Haute Couture School of Fashion Design
Cape Town, South Africa2009-12
Skills
- Curriculum Design & Instructional Development
- Adult Learning & Facilitation
- Educational Technology
- Digital Learning Tools
- Cross-Cultural Communication & Collaboration
- Content Creation & Visual Design
- Project Coordination & Team Leadership
- Brand Training & Onboarding Program Development
Websites
Timeline
Native English Language Teacher
Bahcesehir College
2020.08 - 2024.08
Native English Language Teacher
Minidil Language Club
2018.08 - 2020.08
Literacy Specialist
I Can Read
2016.06 - 2017.11
English Language Instructor
Langmaster
2016.02 - 2016.06
Design & Marketing Assistant
Skinny la Minx
2015.01 - 2015.11
Marketing Assistant
Enmasse Tea Merchants
2014.01 - 2014.12
Visual Merchandiser
Levi Strauss Head Office
2013.01 - 2013.12
Visual Merchandiser
The Lot
2010.01 - 2012.12
Sales Assistant
The Lot
2008.03 - 2009.10
Certificate - TEFL / TESOL
The Knowledge Workshop
Bachelors of Social Science - Psychology
University of Cape Town
Diploma - Fashion / Apparel Design
Haute Couture School of Fashion Design