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Emily W - Tutor in Camps Bay

I am honest, reliable, respectful and punctual in all that I do. I treat all those around me with respect and fairness, and give each task my all. I have a B.SocSci in Psychology and Sociology, a counselling qualification as well as 2 years teaching experience overseas. I am passionate about people and learning more about them by interacting with all ages and walks of life. My interests are vast and include helping others through community service activities, teaching, reading, drawing, photography and outdoor activities such as swimming and running.

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Teaching places

Students Home, Public Place, and Online

Travelling distance

Emily will travel 20km from Camps Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Languages spoken

Emily speaks English

Experience
2017-09-01 - 2019-09-12
English Teacher

I have been teaching children between the ages of 3-13 in Hong Kong for the last 2 years. Within this teaching job my duties included: teaching three levels of phonics classes (beginner, intermediate and advanced) as well as grammar and writing classes (level A) and reading and speaking classes (level A). I completed many phonics assessments, Cambridge assessments and grammar & writing/reading & speaking assessments that decided at what level a child should be placed at. I have mapped out and implemented phonics and reading schemes which have helped my students from a non-reading age up to advanced phonetic sounds. I had complete control over the planning and execution of my student's curriculum and created unique and tailor-made materials to suit their needs. I strived to keep their classes engaging, and learner focussed, implementing games, cooking and practical English courses as well as outings where we could explore the language in an engaging way. I engaged students in a variety of debates and discussions where they had to express their opinion on a range of topics both in written form and verbally. I helped students prepare for their Trinity Speaking exam as well as poetry competitions organised by the Hong Kong Schools Music and Speech Association (HKSMSA)

Education
2016-01-31 - 2017-08-30
Advanced Certificate in Counselling and Communication Skills - South African College of Applied Psychology

I studied a range of different psychology subjects while attending SACAP including Working with Children, Fundamentals of a Helping Relationship, Counselling Skills and Process Development, Addiction Counselling, Ethics in Counselling, Crisis and Trauma Counselling, Family Work and Relationships, Self-Esteem and Motivation and Work Integrated Learning (counselling). At the end of this two year qualification I was able to counsel people of all ages under the supervision of a company.

2013-01-06 - 2015-11-30
BSocSci Psychology and Sociology - Rhodes University

I studied a range of different subjects during my time at university including Anthropology, Philosophy, English, Classical studies and Music Health and the Brain. During my three years at Rhodes University, I majored in Psychology and Sociology.

Subjects taught
  • English as a foreign Language

    I have 2 years teaching experience, a great passion for teaching and believe it is my true calling in life. I am thorough in my work and cater to the needs of the child well. I have experience teaching reading and writing skills as well as comprehension and analytical skills. I am able to help students in all areas of English learning.

    Emily teaches English as a foreign Language at High School, Primary School, University/College, and Adult level(s)

  • Mathematics

    I am patient and have a great ability when it comes to explaining complicated concepts in simple terms. I have 2 years teaching experience, I am thorough in my work and I am always willing to cater and adjust to the needs of the child.

    Emily teaches Mathematics at Primary School level(s)

  • TEFL

    I have 2 years teaching experience, a great passion for teaching and believe it is my true calling in life. I am thorough in my work and cater to the needs of the child well. I have experience teaching reading and writing skills as well as comprehension and analytical skills. I am able to help students in all areas of English learning.

    Emily teaches TEFL at High School, Primary School, University/College, and Adult level(s)

  • English Language and Literature

    I have 2 years teaching experience, a great passion for teaching and believe it is my true calling in life. I am thorough in my work and cater to the needs of the child well. I have experience teaching reading and writing skills as well as comprehension and analytical skills. I am able to help students in all areas of English learning.

    Emily teaches English Language and Literature at High School and Primary School level(s)