Bio
I'm that strange species of person generated by shoving the following into a blender: health-freak, work-oholic, language nerd, literature and creative arts geek, life-loving productive bee.
The patience, empathy and clarity of my favourite teachers, an electric, student-focused passion. and what I believe is a terminal case of enthusiasm. I customise lessons to pupils' needs, listen deeply, and prepare lesson materials in advance. I aim not merely to foster proficiency in my students, but the tenacity to master their own learning and claim ownership of their lives.
Education
• Matriculated with seven Distinctions
• Dean's List in my First Year at UCT
• Studying a BA in English Literature and isiXhosa Communication
• Tutoring professionally since 2014
• Certified ESL teacher
My Proudest
Achievements
• Seven distinctions in my Matric year, the Faculty Entrance Scholarship to UCT, a position on the Dean's List for Merit in my First Year, ten years of performing, composing and recording as a jazz drummer, a growing body of original literature, mastering the art of living with chronic pain syndrome.
Subjects
- School Tutoring
English
Grade 1 - Grade 12 NSC, CambridgeEnglish Language and Literature is not just one of my University majors (I came second in my year), but a lifelong project sprouting from my passion for reading and writing blogs, novels, short stories and essays. One might say, it's my life.
Afrikaans
Grade 1 - Grade 12 NSC, CambridgeAfrikaans didn't come naturally to me until I started committing myself. I began assisting peers at the senior high school level, and have since tutored primary and high school students in what is, to my delight, a beautiful and accessible language.
History
Grade 1 - Grade 12 NSCI've always excelled in History class (from source-analyses to critical responses) to which I owe much of my continued engagement with liberation movements. My focuses are postcolonial, green, feminist, queer and Left Libertarian political histories.
Mathematics
Grade 1 - Grade 7 NSCMy Maths prospered throughout Primary and High Schools (typically 78-90%), although I switched to Maths Literacy in Matric once I knew I wouldn't need Maths in university. Happy to help with all Primary School Maths.
Xhosa
Grade 1 - Grade 12 NSCI earned only consistent Firsts and Seconds for the First Year Xhosa courses at UCT, which cover the entire high school NSC syllabus. I also have an extensive background in language education from beginner to advanced, in both English and Afrikaans.
- University Tutoring
English Literature
First Year - Second Year University of Cape TownI finished second in my year for English Literature at the University of Cape Town, due primarily to sensitive and committed reading skills, and a particular passion for essay-writing, after consistent As throughout my schooling.
- Language Tutoring
Conversational English
Beginner - AdvancedI'm a qualified TESOL teacher (certified by the Cape Town TESOL Training Institute), have taught English to primary and high schoolers since 2014, and finished second in my year for English Literature at the University of Cape Town.
Xhosa
BeginnerI earned only consistent Firsts and Seconds for the First Year Xhosa courses at UCT, which cover the entire high school NSC syllabus. I am more than comfortable to tutor at beginner level.
Reviews from others
“Nick is awesome. A fantastic tutor and all-round excellent person. We have no doubt he will go on to be an outstanding, possibly life-changing teacher for many children.”- Lorraine
“Nick is a one-in-a-million tutor who possesses an innate and unique ability to connect with Ross in a manner which we should unlock Ross untapped potential. Nick was incredibly proactive in providing updates and feedback after each lesson and went above and beyond in crafting material that will have benefitted Ross. Nick is truly an asset to your organisation- thank you Nick. ”- Trevor
“Nick has engaging personality and his energy and excitement for the language has brushed off on Callum. Thank you”- Alesia
“Ebrahim really enjoyed being with him, found him to be very helpful and pleasant. His lessons was fun and interesting. Has a lot of patience & it shows that he is passionate about teaching.”- Sumaya
“Nick is a real asset to your company, his enthusiasm and ways he uses to engage with my son makes my son want to learn he looks forward to each meeting with Nick and that shows me we are definitely moving in the right direction. Thanks Nick looking forward to our next sessions.”- Abigail
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