Musa Dube
English Educator
Cape Town
Summary
A dedicated English language instructor with over 7 years' experience teaching non-native learners. Exceptional at developing and delivering curriculums that optimize student engagement and learning. With over 7 years of experience teaching, facilitating, coaching and tutoring English as a Second Language, and highly qualified and experienced in this field. Graduated from a four-year college with a degree in business and TESOL certification, and has experience in education, business English, tourism, and communications. Proficient in English, Dutch, Flemish, Zulu, Korean, Italian, Afrikaans and Spanish. In the process of completing a Master's Degree in Education with an emphasis on global education. A dynamic, assertive, professional individual with strong teaching, administrative, and communication skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
English Instructor
Al Jouf University
Al Jouf
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Taught English language to Saudi students students in a university setting.
- Evaluated students' abilities and grasp of English language, keeping appropriate records and preparing progress reports.
- Initiated, facilitated and moderated classroom discussions for college-level English students.
- Employed diverse teaching approaches to help students of all abilities understand material.
- Expanded student understanding of texts by spearheading in-depth discussions and assigning exploratory essays to help students articulate knowledge.
- Assigned books and other materials to improve reading comprehension.
- Encouraged participation by maintaining positive attitude and proactively engaging students in activities and lessons.
Business English Instructor
Speexx
Munich
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Developed lesson plans and adapted curriculum to meet individual needs of students
- Initiated, facilitated and moderated classroom discussions for corporate level, business English students.
- Selected and prepared educational resources, taking account of students' interests and cultural backgrounds.
- Used effective teaching techniques and learning strategies in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Planned, prepared and delivered lessons on various English for specific courses, British/American literature and grammar to 30 students daily
English Teacher
Dushanbe International School
Dushanbe
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Coordinated activities to encourage interest in reading.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Teaching international curricula (International Baccalaureate and/or Cambridge International Examinations).
- Adapted lesson plans and curricula to student interests, increasing GPAs and student engagement
English Language Instructor
WallStreet English
Hanoi
02.2020 - 01.2021
- Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, composition and literature, working with teachers in other subjects to integrate skills across curriculum.
- Developed teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.
- Developed age-appropriate lesson content for literature pieces to meet diverse learning styles.
- Established positive classroom management boundaries to create safe, known environment for behavior among students.
- Provided support to students in understanding and improving sound and symbol relationships, spelling, punctuation, style and pronunciation with self-guided exercises.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
Yeosu Elementary School
Yeosu
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Designed seasonal programs emphasizing vocabulary, pronunciation and reading comprehension.
- Assisted department head in establishing daily schedules, curriculum and ESL activities.
- Emphasized critical thinking through small group activities.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Ensured 100% pass rate for all courses taught by me.
Online ESL Teacher
Dada ABC and 51Talk
Beijing
08.2016 - 12.2018
- Wrote, prepared and submitted weekly lesson plans and created and designed homework, quizzes and exams to test abilities.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Provided instruction using textbooks, worksheets, games and visuals to help improve reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Emphasized critical thinking through small group activities.
- Created monthly academic status reports for over 30 learners based on in-depth student evaluations
Teaching Assistant
Regent and Oceania
Miami
09.2016 - 10.2018
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Tutored students in reading, language arts and other subjects.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Managed over 50 students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher
Communications Specialist
WE Worldwide
Johannesburg
01.2015 - 07.2016
- Drafted press releases detailing relevant newsworthy information and supporting brand image, and worked with news media to spread positions.
- Established professional networking events to maintain strong relationships with communications and media professionals to drive partnerships and effective dissemination of mass communications.
- Oversaw professional social media messaging through content development, follower engagement, social listening, trend analysis and by leveraging competitor research.
- Assisting in media interviews, preparing guests, and providing support for corporate trainings and media briefings, as well as event and equipment setup.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Paris University of International Education.
Paris, France 01.2020 - Current
BBA - Tourism Marketing
Gordon College
Massachusetts, USA 01.2012 - 01.2014
Associate of Arts - Tourism And Travel Services Marketing Operations
Boston College
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2009 - 12.2011
Skills
Curriculum development
Lesson Planning
Group Instruction
Performance evaluation
Lecturing
Writing coursework
Classroom management
Quality education
Individualized instruction
School administration
Modern classroom technology
Grammar principles
Student mentoring
Test administration
Critical Thinking
Timeline
English Instructor
Al Jouf University
07.2022 - 01.2023
Business English Instructor
Speexx
11.2021 - 11.2022
English Teacher
Dushanbe International School
01.2021 - 12.2021
English Language Instructor
WallStreet English
02.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Paris University of International Education.
01.2020 - Current
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
Yeosu Elementary School
01.2019 - 01.2020
Teaching Assistant
Regent and Oceania
09.2016 - 10.2018
Online ESL Teacher
Dada ABC and 51Talk
08.2016 - 12.2018
Communications Specialist
WE Worldwide
01.2015 - 07.2016
BBA - Tourism Marketing
Gordon College
01.2012 - 01.2014
Associate of Arts - Tourism And Travel Services Marketing Operations
Boston College
01.2009 - 12.2011