Sikhululekile Dube Teacher & Instruction Designer
Qionghai
Summary
Passionate teacher and instructional designer motivated to enhance student confidence, grades and social skills through creative lesson planning. Skilled at managing pupil behaviour through appropriate discipline and positive reinforcement. Experienced professional dedicated to student success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Upper Primary English Teacher
Haidian Foreign Language School
Hainan
09.2020 - Current
- Planned lessons with dynamic discussions and exercises to promote engagement.
- Managed classroom dynamics effectively, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Used varied teaching methods to foster and stimulate enthusiasm for learning and maintain motivation.
- Evaluated students' comprehension of lessons through relevant test questions.
- Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate students with different learning styles, ensuring no student was left behind.
- Set clear targets for students learning, building on prior learning and advising on students expectations
- Delivered interactive lectures on English literature, grammar, and writing techniques, enhancing student understanding.
Training Center ESL Teacher
Field Education
Ningbo
12.2019 - 09.2020
- Create interactive and dynamic lesson plans that cater to individual learning styles and abilities
- Provide personalized instruction and support to ensure students achieve their language acquisition goals.
- Utilize a variety of instructional methods and resources to enhance student comprehension and retention
- Assess student progress through regular evaluations, feedback, and assessments
- Maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment that fosters student motivation and success
- Collaborate with colleagues to coordinate curriculum alignment and instructional strategies
- Participate in professional development opportunities to further enhance teaching skills and knowledge in the field of ESL
- Communicate effectively with students, parents, and administrators to provide updates on student progress and performance.
ESL Teacher
Education First (EF)
Ningbo
05.2018 - 12.2019
- Provided international students with English language skills to improve communicative ability in speaking, listening, reading and writing.
- Helped students overcome language barriers through motivation, dedication and persistence in helping them to succeed.
- Applied active listening to identify and solve problems, facilitate learning for students and build student confidence.
- Tailored teaching methods and materials to meet individual learning needs, promoting inclusivity and accessibility in the classroom.
- Utilised multimedia resources and educational technology to create engaging and effective learning experiences for students.
- Conducted interactive ESL classes focusing on speaking, listening, reading, and writing to improve overall language competence.
- Adapted teaching strategies in response to virtual learning environments, ensuring continuity of education during remote learning phases.
- Developed and delivered engaging English language lessons to students of varying proficiency levels.
Education
Instructional Design - Education
UCT
Cape Town, WC2025
BA - Social Work
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg11.2017
PGCE - Education
Two Oceans Graduate Institute
Johannesburg, South Africa10.2022
Teacher Knowledge Test - Education
Cambirge University
UK09.2018
120 TEFL - Education
TEFL Professional Development Inst
UK02.2017
MA - Education
University of Hull
UK01.2026
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum design
- Cultural competency
- Communication skills
- Professional development
- Differentiated instruction
- Creative class planning
- Behaviour management
- Motivational strategies
- Smart classroom technology usage
- Debating and public speaking exercises
Timeline
Upper Primary English Teacher
Haidian Foreign Language School
09.2020 - Current
Training Center ESL Teacher
Field Education
12.2019 - 09.2020
ESL Teacher
Education First (EF)
05.2018 - 12.2019
Instructional Design - Education
UCT
BA - Social Work
University of Johannesburg
PGCE - Education
Two Oceans Graduate Institute
Teacher Knowledge Test - Education
Cambirge University
120 TEFL - Education
TEFL Professional Development Inst
MA - Education
University of Hull