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YVONNE SMITH

YVONNE SMITH

Level 5 Teacher
Ballito

Summary

Dedicated Level 5 EFL teacher passionate about fostering student confidence and fluency in English. Previous work with children has refined patience, creativity, and the ability to connect with young learners. Skilled at tailoring lessons to different learning styles and levels for engaging, effective, and enjoyable classes. Proficient in leveraging technology to build a supportive online learning environment that inspires student success.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications

Work History

Sports Coach

Ashton College
01.2025 - Current
  • Coached children from the age 4+ in various sports- focusing on teamwork, discipline and confidence.
  • Created engaging, active sessions that kept children motivated and involved.
  • Developed strong communication skills and the ability to manage groups in a positive and encouraging way.

Au Pair

Private Families
01.2022 - Current
  • Provided daily care and educational support to children for children from the age 4+
  • Helped with homework, created fun and educational activities and supported English language development through active communication.
  • Gained valuable experience in child development, responsibility, and building strong relationships with young learners.
  • Acted as a responsible role model by demonstrating respect, kindness, and healthy habits to the host family's children.

Hostes

02.2023 - 12.2024
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
  • Reduced wait times for guests by effectively coordinating with other team members during peak hours.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.

Food Stand- Manager

01.2023 - 06.2023
  • Managed daily operations, including preparing food, serving customers and handeling cash and stock. Maintained high standards of hygiene, customer service and efficiency in a fast paced environment.
  • Evaluated employee performance through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement opportunities.

Education

Grade 12 graduate - Matric

Curro Salt Rock, KZN
Ballito, Salt Rock
01-2025

Diploma - English Teacher

Tefl Academy
04-2025

Skills

Social skills development

Patience and tact

Effective communication

Continuous improvement

Reliability

Creative thinking

Certification

2022 Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (168 hours) - The TEFL Academy

References

REFEREES ON REQUEST

Interests

I enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, running, and spending time in nature I have a strong interest in language learning and enjoy exploring new cultures and ways of communication I also value health, wellness, and working with people in dynamic and engaging environments

Personal Details

  • Date of Birth: 2006-05-11
  • Nationality: South African

Timeline

Sports Coach

Ashton College
01.2025 - Current

Hostes

02.2023 - 12.2024

Food Stand- Manager

01.2023 - 06.2023

Au Pair

Private Families
01.2022 - Current

Grade 12 graduate - Matric

Curro Salt Rock, KZN

Diploma - English Teacher

Tefl Academy

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