Tebello Lerato Makhalanyane
Graduate
Phuthaditjhaba,FS
Work Preference
Summary
Graduate with strong experience in student support, graduate readiness, academic administration, and career development within a higher education environment. Holds a BA Honors degree in African Languages (Sesotho) from the University of the Free State. Proven ability to support students through CV screening, and interview preparation. Passionate about improving graduate employability and contributing to effective Graduate Placement and Career services initiatives.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
13
13
Certifications
6
6
Languages
Work History
Founder and Language Instructor
Ke Mosotho Academy
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
- Implemented efficient operational processes to optimize productivity and resource allocation.
- Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and effectively resolving issues.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations while maintaining ethical business practices at all times.
Teaching Assistant | UFSS 1504/1522
University of the Free State
03.2024 - 10.2025
- Provided academic support to large group of students.
- Marked online assessments on Blackboard with a 90% accuracy rating and maintained students records.
- Responded to student queries professionally in line with institutional policies.
- Met strict deadlines while managing multiple administrative tasks.
Mock Interview Facilitator (Volunteer)
University of the Free State
08.2025 - 08.2025
- Conducted mock interviews to prepare students for recruitment processes.
- Provided feedback on cv quality, interview performance,and workplace readiness.
- Assisted students in understanding employer expectations.
Tutor | ENGL 2724
University of the Free State
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Supported undergraduate students with academic writing and assessment preparation.
- Maintained tutorial attendance, assessment documentation, and progress reports.
- Marked assessments according to departmental standards.
- Encouraged collaborative learning in structured tutorial environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts Honors in African Languages - Humanities
University of The Free State
Qwaqwa Campus, Kestell Road, Phuthaditjhaba 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities
University of The Free State
Qwaqwa Campus, Kestell Road, Phuthaditjhaba 04.2001 -
National Senior Certificate (Grade12) -
Seotlong Agricultural And Hotel School
14 Weltevrede Farm, R721, Witsieshoek, Free State 04.2001 -
Skills
Graduate placement support and student advising
Cv screening and candidate preparation
Report writing and data capturing
Strong written and verbal communication
Customer-service orientation
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Team collaboration
Personal details
Nationality: South African
ID: 0110310212086
Certification
[Highest overall performance], [Female Foundry Programme] - [March 2025 - September 2025]
Accomplishments
- Highest overall performer- Female Foundry Programme (2025)
- Best Growth champion - Teaching Assistant at UFS (2025)
- 90% accuracy rating for UFSS assessment marking - Teaching Assistant at UFS (2025)
- Written my own Sesotho novel (2025)
- Registered my Online Sesotho tutorial business - Ke Mosotho Academy (2025)
references
Mr Valerio Manzini - University of the Free State, Qwaqwa campus
FYS Coordinator: Centre for Teaching and Learning
Manzinivt@ufs.ac.za
0849701842
Ms Mensele Mary - University of the Free State, Qwaqwa campus
Honours supervisor at Department of African Languages
menselMS@ufs.ac.za
0766172984
Miss Sitole Motshidisi - University of the Free State, Qwaqwa campus
Coordinator at Centre for Teaching and Learning
SitoleMG@ufs.ac.za
0587185116
Work Availability
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Timeline
Founder and Language Instructor
Ke Mosotho Academy
08.2025 - 12.2025
Mock Interview Facilitator (Volunteer)
University of the Free State
08.2025 - 08.2025
Teaching Assistant | UFSS 1504/1522
University of the Free State
03.2024 - 10.2025
Tutor | ENGL 2724
University of the Free State
06.2023 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Arts Honors in African Languages - Humanities
University of The Free State
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities
University of The Free State
04.2001 -
National Senior Certificate (Grade12) -
Seotlong Agricultural And Hotel School
04.2001 -