Melissa G - Tutor in Sea Point
Hello! My name is Melissa and I have my Honour's degree in Psychology from the University of Cape Town. I have also completed a 168 hour, level 5 certification in Teaching English as a Foreign Language. I am a very caring and friendly teacher with lots of patience. I create a fun, interactive and relaxed learning environment so that my pupils feel comfortable learning with me. My teaching style is flexible as I plan my lessons around each student's goals. I make sure to use different topics and materials that are suited to each individual's needs. My teaching experience includes working as an academic tutor to children and teenagers for 4 years. I have also worked as a volunteer English teacher for a non-profit organisation for over a year. I taught English as a second language, to underprivileged school children. I have plenty experience with children as I worked as an au-pair for a year to three children between the ages of 10-18. I currently work as a school counsellor in the mornings at an under-resourced High School in Cape Town.
Tutor basics
Teaching places
My Home, Students Home, Public Place, and Online
Travelling distance
Melissa will travel 12km from Sea Point, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Languages spoken
Melissa speaks English
Experience
Research Assistant
Responsibilities included interviewing participants, data capturing, data management, assistance in administration and scoring of Intelligence Tests, test administration and scoring of multiple behavioural measures.
School Counsellor
Responsibilities include providing individual and group counselling and support at an under-resourced school in Cape Town; demonstrating sensitivity and competence in working with students from diverse backgrounds; referring students to and liaise with teachers, parents, social workers, psychologists and other mental health resources.
LifeLine counsellor
Provide support to people in emotional distress and seek to empower them through non-directive, empathic telephonic counselling.
Au-Pair
Provide care and attention to three children ranging in age from 10-17. Responsibilities included supporting the children in coping with their father's terminal illness and hospitalisation; stimulating the children's development and ensuring their progress on emotional, social and physical levels; ensuring child safety; assisting with homework, assignments; monitoring personal wellbeing and communicating observed developmental difficulties to primary caregiver.
English volunteer teacher
Providing structured and individualised English literacy support to underprivileged children to strengthen their English reading, writing and speaking skills.
Tutor
Responsibilities included reviewing content with students, adapting & applying learning strategies, assisting in problem solving, motivating & providing emotional support to students as well as assessing & recording academic progress.
Education
BA Honours Psychology - University of Cape Town
Bachelor of Social Science in Psychology and Anthropology - University of Cape Town
Subjects taught
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Geography
I am really interested and passionate about the subject matter in Geography. This was reflected in my Grade 12 results as well as being awarded as the top Geography student. I find the concepts easy to grasp, which gives me the ability to explain difficult areas to others in an easy and understandable manner. I also show empathy for my students, which allows me to understand and relate to where the student is coming from and difficulties they may be experiencing.
Melissa teaches Geography at High School and Primary School level(s)
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Biology
I have a very keen interest in the study of biology and enjoy learning as well as teaching others about it. I received a distinction for this subject in Grade 12 and therefore have the knowledge and key understandings to help others grasp difficult concepts or areas they may be struggling in. I facilitate learning in a relaxed and open environment so that learners feel comfortable enough to identify their learning difficulties and challenge them in a confident manner. I also show empathy for my students, which allows me to understand and relate to where the student is coming from and difficulties they may be experiencing.
Melissa teaches Biology at High School and Primary School level(s)
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English Language
I enjoy English and am qualified to teach English as I completed my TEFL certification. I am able to adapt my language level to suit each student and explain it in a way that is easy for them to understand. I also like to help students find the right studying techniques, which helps with their learning and understanding. I show empathy for my students, which allows me to understand and relate to where the student is coming from and difficulties they may be experiencing.
Melissa teaches English Language at High School and Primary School level(s)
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Psychology
I have adequate education in the field of psychology, having done my Undergraduate studies as well as my Honours in it and am able to explain concepts clearly and well to others. Furthermore I am passionate about this subject as I am planning to do my Masters in Clinical Psychology. I facilitate learning in a relaxed and open environment so that learners feel comfortable enough to identify their learning difficulties and challenge them in a confident manner. I also show empathy for my students, which allows me to understand and relate to where the student is coming from and difficulties they may be experiencing.
Melissa teaches Psychology at High School, Primary School, and University/College level(s)