Petunia Khotle
IB PYP & MYP Drama And English Teacher
Johannesburg,GP
Summary
Passionate and internationally experienced English and Drama teacher with a strong academic background, including QTS (SACE) and a PGCE in Dramatic Arts from South Africa. Over 5 years of teaching experience in diverse educational settings across Asia and the Middle East, specialising in IGCSE/MYP, PYP, and ESL instruction. Demonstrated success in utilising theatre-based learning methods to enhance student literacy, speaking skills, and overall engagement. Proficient in school production direction, curriculum development, and implementing differentiated learning strategies. I am seeking placement opportunities for July or August 2025 to continue making a positive impact on students' educational journey.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Drama Teacher (Maternity Cover)
American Drama Teacher
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Designed and delivered scaffolded drama lessons for segregated grade 5-9 classes (boys and girls).
- Developed core performance skills including improvisation, screenwriting, acting, and script analysis.
- Created custom lesson plans aligned with learning outcomes and drama curriculum benchmarks.
- Incorporated educational drama games and interactive techniques to enhance student engagement and creativity.
IB PYP & MYP Performing Arts Teacher (Drama)
Ardingly Zhongshan College
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Designed and implemented drama curriculum for Grades 1-7 with ESL integration.
- Directed student theatre productions and language-boosting performance tasks.
- Increased oral fluency and reading comprehension through script-based teaching.
IB PYP Homeroom Teacher
Liberkids Kindergarten
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Delivered PYP-aligned lessons with strong focus on phonics, reading, and arts integration.
- Led weekly assessments and maintained open communication with parents.
Homeroom English Teacher (Short-Term)
Rise Education Hagwon
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Taught K3 learners foundational subjects including English, phonics, math, and science through academic-based instruction and storytelling.
- Delivered cross-curricular learning using the Journeys curriculum to support early literacy and comprehension.
- Facilitated an after-school enrichment program for upper elementary students (ages 10-14), focusing on communication skills, writing, and thematic projects.
EIP Phonics English Teacher
Somapasonnurn Primary School
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Taught phonics and early literacy to K3 - Grade 3 students.
- Created and ran school-wide Reading Buddies program (Online & Onsite).
- Led hybrid instruction during COVID-19 school closures.
Bilingual Curriculum: Oral English Teacher
Suzhou IP Xingyang School
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Adapted drama-based methods to support oral proficiency and confidence.
- Taught speaking skills to Grades 4-6 using role-play and group activities.
- Designed ESL projects linked to other subjects for better retention.
- Used mini-dialogues and monologues to improve fluency and confidence.
- Promoted teamwork through drama-based ESL strategies.
- Adapted lessons for mixed-ability classrooms.
English Teacher
EPIK English Training School
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Taught English literacy, phonics, and speaking to ages 3-14.
- Created engaging classroom routines through games and storytelling.
- Used American curriculum
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Drama & Theatre Arts
University of The Free State
Bloemfontein, South Africa 1 2013 - 1 2015
Postgraduate In Education - Education: Senior & FET
Two Ocean Graduate Institution
Cape Town, South Africa03-2024
National Diploma NQF 5 - Sports Conditioning
Exercise Teachers Academy
Bloemfontein, South Africa 01.2010 - 1 2012
Skills
English & Drama
Certification
QTS (SACE - South African Council for Educators)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Interests
Education, reading and travelling
Quote
Every day of our lives we are on the verge of making those changes that would make all the difference.
Mignon McLaughlin
Timeline
Drama Teacher (Maternity Cover)
American Drama Teacher
08.2024 - 12.2024
IB PYP & MYP Performing Arts Teacher (Drama)
Ardingly Zhongshan College
07.2023 - 07.2024
IB PYP Homeroom Teacher
Liberkids Kindergarten
11.2022 - 07.2023
Homeroom English Teacher (Short-Term)
Rise Education Hagwon
04.2022 - 10.2022
EIP Phonics English Teacher
Somapasonnurn Primary School
04.2021 - 04.2022
Bilingual Curriculum: Oral English Teacher
Suzhou IP Xingyang School
09.2019 - 09.2020
English Teacher
EPIK English Training School
01.2019 - 08.2019
National Diploma NQF 5 - Sports Conditioning
Exercise Teachers Academy
01.2010 - 1 2012
Bachelor of Arts - Drama & Theatre Arts
University of The Free State
1 2013 - 1 2015
Postgraduate In Education - Education: Senior & FET
Two Ocean Graduate Institution
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