Reading
Tasha Van Staden
Teacher
Cape Town
Summary
I am a passionate educator, caregiver, and creative thinker with a deep commitment to nurturing learners from all walks of life. I'm an educator with a heart for teaching and a mind for innovation. With hands-on experience across online platforms, primary schools, and special needs environments, I bring warmth, structure, and imagination into every lesson I deliver.
My teaching style blends visual storytelling, interactive resources, and emotional intelligence to create inclusive spaces where students feel safe, seen, and inspired. Whether I’m guiding a grammar galaxy or crafting vocabulary adventures, I teach with empathy, clarity, and joy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
ESL Teacher
LZ English
07.2025 - Current
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Supported language development for non-native speakers by providing one-on-one tutoring sessions tailored to individual needs.
- Provided feedback and progress reports to enhance student development
- Managed virtual classroom dynamics with professionalism and empathy
- Adopted new technologies and online platforms to facilitate student learning.
- Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
- Promoted critical thinking to build subject engagement and interaction.
Student Teacher
Parow West Primary
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Delivered curriculum-aligned lessons across core subjects, adapting content to meet diverse learning needs
- Integrated educational technology to enhance visual learning and track student progress
- Worked closely with special needs learners, including children with ADHD and autism.
- Assisted with classroom setup and organization before and after school, ensuring a clean and structured environment
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Supported students falling behind academically through one-on-one guidance and tailored reinforcement activities
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Supervised breaktime on the playground and ensured students ate their snacks before play
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Took part in extracurricular activities such as after-school sports, netball matches, and coaching support as an assistant coach
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Fostered a safe, inclusive, and emotionally supportive learning space that encouraged growth and engagement
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
Babysitting and Au-pair
Private Employers
01.2021 - 09.2022
- Catered for a family of 7.
- Provided full-time care and academic support for five children, including two sets of twins (Grade 5) and a younger sibling (Grade 2)
- Managed daily school pickups, home transitions, and after-school routines
- Assisted with homework, test preparation, and school bag organization
- Maintained open communication with parents regarding their children's progress, needs, and any concerns that arose during the au pair placement period.
- Coordinated and transported children to extracurricular activities including athletics, rugby, netball, swimming, and karate
- Collaborated closely with parents to establish consistent routines expectations promoting stability security for their children.
- Supported the youngest child’s aftercare schedule and ensured timely arrival at lessons
- Maintained household routines: unpacked lunchboxes, supervised uniform changes, tidied rooms, and checked homework
- Fostered a structured, nurturing environment that balanced academic focus with emotional care
Teacher/Classroom Assistant
Vivid Preparatory School
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Supported lead teachers in lesson delivery, classroom management, and inclusive learning strategies.
- Worked closely with special needs children, including those with ADHD, speech impairments, and autism, ranging from infants to 10 years old.
- Assisted with grading, student supervision, and activity preparation across age groups.
- Participated daily in Aftercare from 7 AM to 6 PM, ensuring consistent support and engagement.
- Facilitated Storytime, Playtime, Nap Time, and Potty Training routines with patience and empathy
- Fostered a nurturing, organized, and emotionally safe environment for all learners.
Homeschool Tutor
Private Employers
02.2020 - 05.2020
- Collaborated with parents and Grade 2 teachers to support three students during school closures.
- Acted as a remote teacher’s assistant, ensuring students followed the curriculum and completed all assigned work.
- Facilitated learning across all subjects: English Home Language, Afrikaans FAL, Mathematics, Arts, Life Skills, and PE
- Guided students through activities, tests, and projects with structured routines and emotional support
- Provided targeted support in specific subject areas where students struggled the most, enhancing overall academic success.
- Communicated regularly with school staff via email and online platforms to align progress and expectations
- Tracked learning progress to optimize tutoring methods and help students achieve goals.
- Created a stable, engaging home learning environment during a time of uncertainty and disruption
Education
Certificate - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
TTA - The TEFL Acadamy
Cape Town, South Africa 04.2001 -
TEFL Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Or Foreign Language
TEFL Universal
Cape Town 04.2001 -
Skills
Management Skills
Interests
Creative writing and journallng
Hiking
Horse Riding
Tennis
Photography
Drawing and Painting
References
1. Andrea Vrana Role: Au Pair Employer Location: Paarl Contact: 082 955 6564
2. Susan Volschenk Role: Tutor / Teaching Assistant (COVID Lockdown Support) Location: Paarl Contact: 082 901 2821
3. Parow West Primary School – Student Teaching Placement Location: Parow Contacts:
- Pauline Groenewald – Grade 3 Teacher, HOD & Vice Principal | 079 362 9637
- Annelene Barnard – Grade 2 Teacher | 084 986 2963
- Lara Bestbier – Grade 1 Teacher | 081 329 7995
4. Pixie Play Role: Childcare Worker Location: Paarl Contact: 060 954 7762
5. Vivid Preparatory School Role: Teaching & Classroom Assistant Location: Southern Suburbs, Cape Town Contact: Teacher Zaida | 082 725 1225
Timeline
ESL Teacher
LZ English
07.2025 - Current
Student Teacher
Parow West Primary
05.2024 - 08.2024
Teacher/Classroom Assistant
Vivid Preparatory School
01.2022 - 02.2022
Babysitting and Au-pair
Private Employers
01.2021 - 09.2022
Homeschool Tutor
Private Employers
02.2020 - 05.2020
Certificate - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
TTA - The TEFL Acadamy
04.2001 -
TEFL Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Or Foreign Language
TEFL Universal
04.2001 -