Renée Titus
Cape Town
Summary
I am a qualified Foundation Phase and ESL educator with over 8 years of international teaching experience across South Africa, Saudi Arabia, and China. I specialise in literacy development, phonics, and play-based learning for young learners. I create inclusive, engaging classroom environments and support diverse students through structured lesson planning, clear communication, and assessment-driven instruction.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Consultant | Social Facilitator
Welamaza Consultancy (pty) LTD
Cape Town
01.2026 - Current
- In my current role as a Social Facilitator, I work with communities, project teams, and stakeholders to communicate important information, facilitate discussions, and ensure people understand project processes and opportunities.
- This requires strong communication, presentation, and engagement skills, which are very similar to teaching.
- I often explain complex information in a clear way, manage group discussions, and ensure participants understand and respond effectively.
English Teacher
Guangzhou Elite Education
Guangzhou
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Delivered play-based English lessons for Kindergarten to Grade 6.
- Enhanced literacy, phonics, and communication skills aligned with international ESL standards.
English Teacher
We Education
Shenzhen
11.2022 - 11.2024
- Designed interactive ESL lessons across reading, writing, speaking, listening, and phonics.
- Taught using UNLOCK and READY series while supporting diverse learner needs.
Teaching Assistant
Rocklands Primary
Cape Town
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Supported Grade 1-3 classrooms in literacy, numeracy, life skills, and creative arts.
- Aligned all learning activities with the South African CAPS curriculum.
English Teacher
We Education
Shenzhen
12.2019 - 01.2021
- Delivered English lessons for ages 5-12 integrating phonics, grammar, vocabulary, and conversation.
- Used UNLOCK, Q-Skills, Discover, and READY series.
English Teacher
King Abdulaziz University
Rabigh
09.2017 - 06.2019
- Taught preparatory year students academic reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
- Delivered instruction using Cambridge-style UNLOCK curriculum.
English Teacher
Imam Mohammed Bin Saud University
Riyadh
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Delivered English courses focusing on academic English and communication using UNLOCK materials.
Chat Moderator / Risk Agent
Digital Outsource Services
Cape Town
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Monitored conversations to ensure compliance and online safety.
Academic Coordinator & Student Assistant
University of the Western Cape
Cape Town
03.2013 - 11.2014
- Coordinated academic programs, enhancing curriculum planning efficiency.
- Provided administrative and academic support to students and staff, facilitating effective learning experiences.
Education
PGCE - Foundation Phase
Cornerstone Institute
Cape Town 01.2020 - 03.2022
BA Honours - Women's & Gender Studies
University of the Western Cape
Cape Town 01.2014 - 12.2014
TEFL/TESOL - 150 hours
The Knowledge Workshop
Cape Town 07.2014 - 10.2014
BA - Linguistics & Psychology, Women's & Gender Studies & Anthropology
University of the Western Cape
Cape Town 01.2008 - 12.2013
Skills
- Classroom management
- Literacy & numeracy instruction
- Play-based learning strategies
- Lesson planning & curriculum alignment
- ESL teaching (A1-B2 levels)
- Multicultural classroom adaptation
- Phonics instruction (Jolly Phonics, Oxford Phonics World)
- Assessment & reporting
- CAPS curriculum
- ESL Curriculum
- Teaching Resources
- Literacy, Numeracy, and Life Skills
- READY Series
- Discover / Explore Series
- Big Fun for Kindergarteners
- Phonics Monster
- ESL International Curriculum
- UNLOCK (A1-B2)
- Q-Skills for Success
- Young Achievers
- Cambridge-style ESL materials
- Jolly Phonics
- Lesson planning
- Academic coordination
- Active listening
Certification
- PGCE, Foundation Phase
- TEFL/TESOL, 150 hours
- SACE Registered Teacher, #12746429, Foundation phase
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 01/30/87
Languages
English
First Language
Afrikaans
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Consultant | Social Facilitator
Welamaza Consultancy (pty) LTD
01.2026 - Current
English Teacher
Guangzhou Elite Education
11.2024 - 06.2025
English Teacher
We Education
11.2022 - 11.2024
Teaching Assistant
Rocklands Primary
10.2021 - 10.2022
PGCE - Foundation Phase
Cornerstone Institute
01.2020 - 03.2022
English Teacher
We Education
12.2019 - 01.2021
English Teacher
King Abdulaziz University
09.2017 - 06.2019
English Teacher
Imam Mohammed Bin Saud University
09.2016 - 06.2017
Chat Moderator / Risk Agent
Digital Outsource Services
07.2015 - 08.2016
TEFL/TESOL - 150 hours
The Knowledge Workshop
07.2014 - 10.2014
BA Honours - Women's & Gender Studies
University of the Western Cape
01.2014 - 12.2014
Academic Coordinator & Student Assistant
University of the Western Cape
03.2013 - 11.2014
BA - Linguistics & Psychology, Women's & Gender Studies & Anthropology
University of the Western Cape
01.2008 - 12.2013