Bio
I am a career-driven individual who loves teaching and getting to learn more about different learners learning styles.
Helping gives me a sense of purpose, it makes me feel fulfilled and empowered, not only does it do that but the feeling of knowing that I have made a difference in someone's life motivates me, and what motivates me is knowing I have made a difference in someone's life.
Education
• 2016- Passed Matric with a Bachelor
• 2017-2020 - Bachelor of Education in Nelson Mandela University
• 2021-Jan. Nyanisweni Primary School - SGB Post
• 2021- June Nyanisweni Primary School Permanent Post
My Proudest
Achievements
• One of my learners got an Award in English spelling BEE.
• When a Learner who struggles a lot finally gets things right, meaning when I teach something learners do listen
Subjects
- Language Tutoring
Xhosa
Beginner - IntermediateI am a Professional language Teacher, graduated from NMU in 2020, I am also a full time teacher specializing in Languages,
- School Tutoring
English
Grade 1 - Grade 10 NSC,IEBI have to take note of their prior knowledge because it plays a huge role and also make sure learners do no memorize but they understand how language works, I lastly have to be observant of each learner and find a suitable way to help.
Xhosa
Grade 1 - Grade 12 NSC,IEBI am not only a qualified teacher who not only speaks Xhosa but also specialised in it at University, I studied the linguistics of Xhosa, and I have a proficient grasp of the language both in terms of conversational and written usage.
History
Grade 1 - Grade 11 NSC,IEBI am a great history tutor because I was taught history at a secondary school. I possess strong critical and analytical thinking skills! I am very curious about the past, I believe history introduces learners to traditions, practices, and values.
Reviews from others
“Phumla has been an amazing tutor. Lessons with her are extremely engaging and fun, and she makes it a very comfortable space for me to make mistakes and learn. Phumla has ensured to take the lessons at my pace and answers all of my questions excellently, which has allowed me to learn so much in this month! I have truly enjoyed my lessons with Phumla and I cannot wait to continue with them and to see how I progress with my IsiXhosa.”- Katja
“Phumla is a very enthusiastic and is always attentive to me, as she always makes time to answer my questions”- Gabisile
“She is very patient with me, she adapts to how I learn and she takes it at a slow pace whiile still always referring back to what we have learnt before. I love my lessons with her”- Jake
“I have been very happy learning from Phumla. I leave every lesson energised and inspired to improve my Xhosa! ”- Johan
“Very attentive and able to pick out where I need the most help and help me. Also always availing herself to work around my busy work schedule ”- Doris
“Pumla is vibrant, she is very clear, and she always look for ways to clarify my questions. ”- Luntu
“i believe that to get into a man, a child, a family &/or a nation's heart u must speak their/his language. i hv a goal to b a great leader in South Africa &i know that people "open-up" if u can speak their language.(mother tongue) i can speak english, afrikaans a little german but i bliev that isixhosa is key component i.o.f me 2 achieve my goal. Phumla is God-sent. Her level of professionalism must b recognized & complimented. She is providing me with the necessary skills & knowledge so can i can learn isixhosa. i really value & appreciate her time & effort. ”- Shaun
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