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Bio
I am an enthusiastic, self-motivated person with a talent for bringing out the best in others.
I am patient, and I can easily adapt to the student's ability level. I am invested in their success. I am also a high-energy, positive person who inspires students to never give up.
Education
• 1997-1999 Bachelor of Social Science, Rhodes University
• 2000-2003 Bachelor of Arts (Honours), University of South Africa
• 1997 Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
• 2000 IELTS course
My Proudest
Achievements
• I am proud of quitting an unfulfilling job to pursue a long-held dream of teaching. I moved to China for 2 years to see if the dream could be realized, and I discovered a great passion. I am now studying towards a PGCE to develop as a teacher.
Subjects
- Language Tutoring
English
Beginner - IntermediateI have a TEFL certificate and have been teaching English for 2 years. I am a great tutor for English as I have a deep appreciation and understanding of the content. I thoroughly enjoy analysing the literature and poetry works as well.
Zulu
Beginner - AdvancedI am patient and understanding in my approach to learning, and believe this is key to helping students overcome their challenges in the subject matter. As well as enable them to further their understand of the language.
IELTS
Beginner - IntermediateI took the test last year and passed with exceptional marks and I'm sure I can help other students with preparations for this test! I find I am able to explain difficult concepts in a way people can understand, making their learning more enjoyable and successful
- School Tutoring
Mathematics
Grade 1 - Grade 12I achieved a distinction for Mathematics in Year 12 and am willing to tutor all levels. I can help students by developing effective learning strategies to optimize their performance in this subject.
Zulu
Grade 1 - Grade 12 NSC, IEB, CambridgeI am a native Zulu speaker. I have always had a deep appreciation for Zulu because it is my home language. I matriculated with distinction for the subject and am able to help others with all aspects of the language.
English
Grade 1 - Grade 12I achieved high marks in English in Year 12 and have taught ESL in China for years. I also have experience tutoring students who want to improve their English skills.
Reviews from others
“Gugu is very attentive to the level of understanding for each and every lesson. She tailors and customises her approach to my needs. She has a lot of patience too which helps with confidence!”- Emma
“Gugu is an incredible tutor. Her lessons are well structured and topics we cover are relevant and well thought out, and she is excellent at explaining concepts of the language, giving examples, and is approachable for questions and always willing to help me. She is patient and always willing to go the extra mile, and encourages me to stretch myself, to practise and to be confident. I have so enjoyed my lessons so far and look forward to progressing further with her as my tutor, thank you Gugu!”- Ali
“Gugu is a patient educator who takes her time to break down complex concepts to explain them in a way that a non-IsiZulu student can understand. We are happy with Samson’s progress and increasing confidence.”- Shadreck
“She is an excellent tutor and has a simple way of teaching you how to improve your English language skills”- Darrel
“Gugu focuses on Alyssa’s individual requirements to grow and develop her language skill. Gugu is exceptional. ”- Devendree
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