Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Attributes
Relevant Achievements
Certification
Timeline
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PENELOPE LINDI

ESL Teacher
Johannesburg
PENELOPE LINDI

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable professional seeking a position to apply my academic background in Human Settlement and diverse work experiences. Eager to leverage my administrative and interpersonal skills in a dynamic work environment, contributing to the success of the organization.

Offering solid foundation in English language principles and teaching methodologies, eager to develop and apply these skills in structured environment. Contributes strong understanding of grammar and communication skills, ready to support classroom activities and student learning. Ready to use and develop organizational and communication skills in Desired Position role.

Overview

6
years of professional experience
1
Certification
1
Language

Work History

Concordia High School

English Teaching Assistant (Volunteering)
01.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
  • Maintained laboratory safety by demonstrating equipment and techniques.
  • Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
  • Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
  • Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
  • Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
  • Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
  • Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
  • Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
  • Served as an advisor for extracurricular activities such as clubs or competitions, encouraging students to explore their interests outside of the classroom setting.
  • Established a positive classroom environment that fostered open communication, mutual respect, and active participation from all students.
  • Enhanced student reading comprehension by incorporating diverse texts and multimedia resources in lesson plans.

Percy Mdala High School

English Teaching Assistant
01.2021 - 12.2022

Job overview


  • Contributed to the planning and execution of school-wide events such as literacy nights, book fairs, and parent-teacher conferences to foster community involvement in education.
  • Boosted overall student engagement through the implementation of group activities, interactive presentations, and hands-on learning experiences.
  • Participated in professional development workshops and conferences to stay current on educational trends and best practices in teaching English language arts.

Implemented effective classroom management strategies to maintain order and promote a focused learning environment.

Knysna Municipality Housing Department

Admin Clerk / Intern
01.2020 - 01.2021

Job overview

  • Assisted with data entry, documentation management, and provided administrative support for various projects
  • Managed office communications and scheduling, ensuring seamless workflow and effective collaboration
  • Liaised with internal departments and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance and clear communication

Human Settlement Student Chapter Council, University of Fort Hare

Volunteer Experience
01.2019 - 01.2020

Job overview

  • Recorded and maintained accurate records of meetings and communications
  • Assisted in organizing events and workshops, including coordination and logistics management

Education

Concordia High School

Senior Certificate from English, Isixhosa, Mathematics Literacy, Life Orientation, Tourism, Business Studies, Economics
01.2012 - 1 2014

University of Fort Hare

Bachelor of Human Settlement from Financial Management, Project Management
01.2017 - 1 2020

Skills

Financial Management

Additional Information

Matric and a Bachelor's degree relevant to financial management and project coordination., Demonstrated experience in high-level administrative support and event coordination in both corporate and educational settings., Adaptable, proactive, and detail-oriented with a passion for supporting teams and managing complex schedules.

Attributes

  • Goal-orientated & consistent.
  • Lead by inspired motivation and change.
  • Visionary.
  • Compassionate.
  • Embrace change & problem solving.
  • Direct management style.
  • Great delegation skills.
  • Multi-tasking.
  • Trust-worthy & reliable.
  • Fair & equitable.

Relevant Achievements

  • Utilized financial management principles to streamline expense tracking and reporting processes in previous roles.
  • Applied project management techniques to effectively organize and execute complex events and meetings.

Certification

TEFL

Timeline

TEFL

02-2025

English Teaching Assistant (Volunteering)

Concordia High School
01.2023 - Current

English Teaching Assistant

Percy Mdala High School
01.2021 - 12.2022

Admin Clerk / Intern

Knysna Municipality Housing Department
01.2020 - 01.2021

Volunteer Experience

Human Settlement Student Chapter Council, University of Fort Hare
01.2019 - 01.2020

University of Fort Hare

Bachelor of Human Settlement from Financial Management, Project Management
01.2017 - 1 2020

Concordia High School

Senior Certificate from English, Isixhosa, Mathematics Literacy, Life Orientation, Tourism, Business Studies, Economics
01.2012 - 1 2014
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