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Nikita Venter

Nikita Venter

Teacher
Cape Town

Summary

Compassionate, dedicated and enthusiastic teacher with valuable in-person and remote teaching experience. Equipped with a background in versatile, multi-cultural education environments. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Skilled at interactive, learner-centered teaching.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher

Italki
07.2020 - Current
  • Conducted English lessons for children aged 3–12 via online platforms.
  • Designed interactive lessons focused on speaking, listening, and vocabulary.
  • Built strong relationships with students and parents through regular feedback communication.
  • Used digital tools (e.g., Google Slides, videos, games) to enhance engagement.
  • Freelance/ Private students

Student Teacher

Multiple Primary Schools
07.2021 - 09.2023
  • Capella House- Grade 2
  • Water’s Edge Pre Primary School- Grade R
  • Simonstown Primary School- Grade 1
  • Babin Pre-Primary School- Grade R
  • IThemba Primary School- Grade R
  • Idas Valley Primary School- Grade R


Roles and responsibilities:

  • Planned and delivered engaging lessons to classes of 30+ students.
  • Managed classroom behavior and maintained a positive learning environment.
  • Differentiated lessons and materials to suit student’s age, skills and abilities.
  • Collaborated with mentor teachers to refine lesson planning and teaching.
  • Assessed student progress and gave constructive feedback.

Tutor

Loretto Primary School
02.2023 - 06.2023
  • Provided individual and small-group support to students needing extra assistance as part of my teacher training.
  • Planned and delivered lessons specific to learners’ needs.
  • Provided students with extra assistance in subjects English Language, Afrikaans and Mathematics once a week.

Aupair

Private Household
03.2024 - 12.2024
  • Provided daily child-care for children aged 5–7
  • Assisted with homework activities and reading.
  • Planned activities to encourage learning and play.
  • Supported children’s routines including school drop-offs, meals, and extra-curricular activities.
  • Maintained open communication with parents regarding their children's progress, needs, and any concerns that arose during the au pair placement period.

Education

Bachelor of Education - Foundation Phase Teaching

Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch, South Africa
04.2001 -

120-Hour TEFL Certification -

TEFL Professional Institute- Teacher Records
06-2025

Skills

  • Proficient in using digital teaching tools (ex Zoom, MS Teams, Classin)
  • Clear, patient communication
  • Time-management and punctuality
  • Classroom management
  • Adapting teaching methods to learners’ needs
  • Lesson planning
  • Providing student-centered and interactive lessons
  • Patience and empathy
  • Confidence building

Timeline

Aupair

Private Household
03.2024 - 12.2024

Tutor

Loretto Primary School
02.2023 - 06.2023

Student Teacher

Multiple Primary Schools
07.2021 - 09.2023

English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher

Italki
07.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Education - Foundation Phase Teaching

Stellenbosch University
04.2001 -

120-Hour TEFL Certification -

TEFL Professional Institute- Teacher Records
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