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Yolanda B - Tutor in Ferness

Hello there! My name is teacher Yolanda, I am 32 years old and from Cape Town, South Africa. My teaching journey started back in 2015 when I started working as a private tutor for students with Special Educational Needs. I worked in similar roles until 2017, when I was appointed in a management position in the private education sector. I have a BA Degree in Humanities from the University of Stellenbosch (2012), a BA Honours Degree in Psychology (2013), and I am very soon to graduate with my PGCE in Foundation Phase (March 2021). I have also received training in Special Needs tutoring and facilitation with an Educational Psychologist. In my free time, I enjoy doing outdoor activities with my family such as camping, hiking and going to the beach. I love to teach children because I get to share in their excitement when they learn something new or master a new skill. If you have any questions, feel free to send me a message. I can't wait to meet you and get to know you.

Tutor basics
Teaching places

Online

Languages spoken

Yolanda speaks Afrikaans and English

Experience
2014-02-03 - 2017-01-31
Private Tutor

Assisted two students with homework as well as school projects and test and exam preparation (Grades 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6).

2016-03-01 - 2016-11-30
Special Needs Facilitator

I assisted a student with ADHD to cope in a mainstream schooling environment. I also assisted with test and exam preparation (Grade 7).

2015-01-15 - 2016-02-01
Special Needs Tutor

Home-based tutor for young children on the Autism Spectrum. The sessions mostly employed play-based methods aimed at assisting children to reach their learning and developmental goals.

Education
2016-07-01 - 2021-03-30
Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (ECD & Foundation Phase) - University of South Africa

2013-02-01 - 2013-11-30
BA Hons Psychology - University of South Africa

2007-02-01 - 2012-03-12
BA Humanities - University of Stellenbosch

Subjects taught
  • English as a foreign Language

    I believe that learning a new language should be a fun and engaging experience; the end goal to use the language to communicate. I am a TEFL certified teacher, I also have a BA degree in Humanities as well as my PGCE in Foundation Phase. My online classes are tailored to the needs and goals of each student. I teach English through the use of songs, stories, and fun activities. Building confidence is my number one goal, so I give the student as many opportunities to talk as possible while providing lots of praise and encouragement!

    Yolanda teaches English as a foreign Language at Primary School level(s)

  • Afrikaans

    I am fully bilingual; with the accents to match! My mom is a native Afrikaans speaker and my dad a native English speaker, so I've been learning to master both languages from a very early age. My lessons are geared toward the consolidation of the concepts learned during the student's formal class time. Having worked in remedial settings, I can also help students to "catch-up" if that is what is required. Contact me for more information, I look forward to learning more about your needs and discussing your Individualised Learning Plan.

    Yolanda teaches Afrikaans at Primary School level(s)

  • Special Needs Help

    I have been working with learners with Special Educational Needs and collaborating with their parents, teachers and other therapists since 2015. I have a thorough understanding of the learning difficulties related to ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Auditory Processing Disorder, and Global Developmental Delay. Contact me for more information, I look forward to learning more about your needs and discussing your Individualised Learning Plan.

    Yolanda teaches Special Needs Help at Primary School level(s)