Tiffany Kelly Rhode
Academic Instructor
Cape Town,Parow
Summary
Creative and effective academic instructor with valuable experience in versatile education environments, including homeschooling and special needs education. Concise and well-organized in assessing and addressing educational requirements for pupils in grades 2-9. I use student-centered approaches and focus on establishing an environment that is stimulating, encouraging, and responsive to students' diverse needs.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Academic Instructor
Grace For Kids Therapy
08.2023 - Current
- Part-time tuition for students for grades 3–9
- Subjects: Mathematics, English home language and Afrikaans first additional language
- Supported struggling learners with tailored intervention strategies, enabling them to achieve academic success.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
Learning Facilitator
Darul Hidaayah Learning Centre
03.2023 - Current
- Managed and facilitated two multi-grade classrooms following Impaq curriculum.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and behavior to inform ongoing instructional decisions and report cards.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Managed daily schedules, ensuring efficient time management and completion of required coursework within designated timelines.
- Presented lessons in a comprehensive manner, using visual/audio means to facilitate learning.
- Allocated and marked homework, assignments, and tests.
Tutor and Learning Content Developer
Tenacious Tutors
06.2020 - 12.2022
- Tutored grades 7 to 9 in Mathematics and Natural Sciences and grade 12 Life Sciences.
- Developed lesson plans based on CAPS ATPs and term planners for various schools.
- Conducted group tutoring sessions (contact and online) to help students engage active learning and critical thinking skills.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Developed monthly tests and feedback reports to track students' progress for management and parents.
- Increased learner satisfaction by incorporating multimedia elements into e-learning courses.
- Enhanced learning experiences by developing engaging and interactive content for various subjects.
- Improved knowledge retention among learners by designing assessments and quizzes to reinforce key concepts.
- Developed learning content (videos) for grades 1-4, 8 and 9 in mathematics, English, and natural sciences according to CAPS curriculum requirements.
Homeschool Tutor
Tiffany Kelly Rhode
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, coursework completion, and assessment results for reporting purposes as necessary.
- Managed daily schedules, ensuring efficient time management and completion of required coursework within designated timelines.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-life examples and practical applications into lesson plans.
- Collaborated with parents to develop tailored learning plans that catered to individual student needs and goals.
- Implemented creative teaching strategies such as role-play or simulation exercises to enhance student engagement during lessons.
- Boosted students'' confidence and self-esteem through constructive feedback and praise during each lesson.
Learning Facilitator
Jan Kriel School and Barnes family
1 2018 - 11.2021
- Supported a special needs student in the classroom through assisted learning
- Reader, transcriber and prompter
- Communicated with parents, teachers, and on-site specialists to provide feedback
- Assisted with term projects, homework and preparation for examinations
- Utilized emotional intelligence strategies to provide emotional support.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to the student to enable positive learning outcomes.
Education
B.Sc Medical Bioscience -
01.2013 - 05.2016
Certificate: Reader/Scribe Practitioner - undefined
120 Hour TEFL Certificate - undefined
B.Ed Foundation phase - undefined
01.2023 - Current
Matriculated -
01.2008 - 05.2012
Skills
Teaching strategies
Group and individual instruction
Classroom Management
Effective Communication
Online Teaching
Lesson Planning
Alternative Learning Methods
Compassion and empathy
MS Office
Developing learning and assessment material
References
- Rizaan Rose, COO at Tenacious Tutors, 074 870 5647
- Clement Latola, Manager at Tenacious Tutors, 0082 863 6370
- Ridhwaan Basa, CEO at Tenacious Tutors, 082 550 1723
- Nina Barnes, Parent of the student I facilitated for 4 years, 082 759 2177
Timeline
Academic Instructor - Grace For Kids Therapy
08.2023 - Current
Learning Facilitator - Darul Hidaayah Learning Centre
03.2023 - Current
University of the Western Cape - B.Ed Foundation phase,
01.2023 - Current
Homeschool Tutor - Tiffany Kelly Rhode
01.2022 - 11.2022
Tutor and Learning Content Developer - Tenacious Tutors
06.2020 - 12.2022
University of the Western Cape - B.Sc Medical Bioscience,
01.2013 - 05.2016
The Settlers High School - Matriculated,
01.2008 - 05.2012
Learning Facilitator - Jan Kriel School and Barnes family
1 2018 - 11.2021
Metro East Education District - Certificate: Reader/Scribe Practitioner,
TEFL Professional Development Institute - 120 Hour TEFL Certificate,