Amy S - Tutor in Houghton Estate
I have just finished my joint honours degree in French and English Literature with distinction at Wits University. Studying has been one of the greatest joys of my life and I would be so excited to help anyone else on their journey. I have always had a love for the arts and my passion lies in languages and literature. That being said, I love the security that comes from numbers and sequences. So I can help you in any aspect of your studies! I received distinctions for Life Orientation, Mathematics, English, Zulu, French, Drama and History in matric and also passed AP Maths and AP English. I have private tutoring experience and really believe I can help you, whether it be with a subject you really struggle with or you just need some extra support to get that 80%!
Tutor basics
Teaching places
My Home, Students Home, and Online
Travelling distance
Amy will travel 15km from Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Languages spoken
Amy speaks French and English
Experience
Waitress
- Stayed up to date on menu changes to offer current and accurate information, answer questions and help customers select optimal meal choices based on individual preferences. - Applied communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty. - Greeted new customers, discussed specials, took drink orders and built immediate positive connections with guests.
French Tutor
- Structured French learning plans around individual assessments and proficiency. - Prepared lesson plans to meet goals identified in students' individualized study plans. - Provide support for students to keep up with their school French requirements, as well as for external DELF exams.
French Teacher
- Filled in for a French teacher on leave for a term, during which I was responsible for a grade 8 class of 22 learners. - Asserted myself to find a nuanced balance between being soft, nurturing and supportive while also being firm and in control.
Administration Co-Ordinator
- Handling the rehearsal/performance schedules of over 50 entrants. - Secured a grant from BASA based off our proposed budget and social media value. - Invoicing all entrants as well as liaising with teachers and answering any queries. - Putting together the programmes and award ceremony.
Education
Honours - University of the Witwatersrand
Joint Honours in French Literature and English Literature - Graduated with distinction.
General BA - University of the Witwatersrand
- Awarded a partial academic scholarship to the university in 2015. - Invited to be a member of the Golden Key Society in 2016. - Other subjects include: History modules, South African Sign Language, Research Design Analysis and Psychometrics.
Matric - St Mary's School
Passed with distinctions in English, Mathematics, Life Orientation, Zulu, French, Dramatic Art and History. - Additional subjects: AP Mathematics, AP English. - Matriculated in the top 1% for Dramatic Art. - Directed a finalist play at the Festival of Excellence in Dramatic Arts and was nominated for Best Director in 2015. - Awarded and the Searle Centenary Award for Drama in 2015. - Voted Deputy House Captain and Head of the Diversity Committee in 2014. - Awarded the Thandi Chaane Diversity Cup in 2014. - Awarded Best Actress in House Plays 2014.
Subjects taught
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English Literature
I have received 2 degrees in this field and have a passion for literature that I believe I could pass on. I will make any setwork understandable and exciting! I can help understand character development, the plot main points and identify key quotations that would boost any literature essay!
Amy teaches English Literature at High School and Primary School level(s)
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Mathematics
Despite my tertiary education background in the Humanities I have always had a good understanding of Mathematics. I love the feeling of satisfaction I get from completing a problem and would love to help my students achieve that same feeling! I did well in Maths consistently in High School and obtained a distinction for matric, in addition I passed AP Mathematics.
Amy teaches Mathematics at High School and Primary School level(s)
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History
As a Humanities student I truly believe that History is one of the most important subjects at school. Not only for its ability to contextualize historic events and allow for a better understanding of our world but also for the way it teaches you to think. The critical thinking that the subject requires is a vital skill, not only if one wants to further their studies, but also for the real world. As someone who understands this and has truly benefited from the subject this would be an area of focus for my classes. In addition I received a distinction for the subject in matric and am familiar with the curriculum.
Amy teaches History at High School and Primary School level(s)
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French
I have been passionate about learning French from a young age, I was drawn to the beautiful, romantic sound, the rich culture and the amazing food. I could bring a holistic understanding of the language to any student. I have studied the language independently, at a high school level, as well as a university level so I have many tools and resources at my disposal. I have also worked as a French teacher and have obtained my DELF B2 certificate (and am in the process of obtaining my C+ qualification). I could help with school work, conversation or DELF preparation. I would love to share my love of this language with you!
Amy teaches French at High School, Primary School, and University/College level(s)
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Drama
I come from a family of theatre lovers so have been exposed to reading/watching plays and theatre sports from a very young age. My mother is a drama teacher and I have learnt so much from her when it comes to making both the practical and the theoretical aspects of the subject understandable. I matriculated in the top 1% for drama in the country in 2015. I am truly passionate about the content in the syllabus and really do believe that the skills learnt in Drama are vital and can be applied to any situation.
Amy teaches Drama at High School and Primary School level(s)