Vernique Witbooi English (speaking, listening and reading skills)
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I am a qualified educator with a Bachelor of Education in Economics and Management Sciences, specialising in Business Management and Computer Applications Technology. I also hold a Level 5 TEFL Diploma and have nearly eight years’ experience helping students of all ages and backgrounds improve their English skills — from mastering everyday conversation to refining business communication for professional success.

My lessons are personalised to each student’s goals, learning style, and pace. I employ a variety of teaching methodologies, including communicative language teaching, task-based learning, and practical exercises designed to build both confidence and competence. I focus on creating an engaging and supportive learning environment, where students feel encouraged to participate actively, make mistakes, and grow.

I integrate real-world scenarios, interactive activities, and technology-enhanced resources to make lessons dynamic, practical, and relevant. Regular assessments, constructive feedback, and targeted exercises ensure students track their progress and achieve measurable results.

Whether your aim is to improve general English, excel in business communication, or enhance fluency for professional purposes, I provide structured guidance, practical tools, and ongoing feedback to help you reach your goals efficiently. My passion for teaching, attention to individual learning needs, and commitment to student success are what make me a dedicated and effective teacher.

Subjects

  • Life Skills Grade 3-Grade 12

  • Reading & Comprehension in English Grade 3-Grade 10

  • Emotional Intelligence Grade 4-Grade 12

  • General English Beginner-Intermediate

  • Conversation Beginner-Intermediate

Experience

  • Intermediate- and Senior Phase Teacher (Grades 4-7) (Feb, 2018–Jun, 2024) at V.R.T Pitt Primary, Swellendam, South Africa
    • Conducted needs analyses and developed targeted ISP’s/IEP’s
    • Designed and facilitated differentiated lessons in English First Additional Language for
    Grades 4–7, and Life Skills for Grades 4–7 students
    • Designed formative and summative assessments
    • Monitored and evaluated student progress throughout the learning process, and
    provided them with feedback
    • Communicated student progress and expectations to relevant stakeholders
    • Completed detailed student progress reports for relevant Homeroom class
    • Engaged in ongoing CPD training and applied best practices to enhance student
    learning

    Additional Roles:
    • Subject Leader: English FAL (Grades 4–7) | 2024
    • Coordinator: Athletics & Fundraisers | 2021-2024
    • Sports Administrator: Rugby & Tug of War | 2020–2024
    • Committee Member: Debutant, Eisteddfod, ICT, Inventory, Fundraising and Functions |
    2020–2024
    • Board Member: Finance, School Annual Strategic Planning | 2019–2024
    • Mentored novice and student teachers in Grades 4–5 | 2020–2024
    • Member of the School Governing Body | 2024
    • Subject Leader: Life Skills (Grades 4–7) | 2020–2022
    • Grade Leader: Grade 4 | 2020
  • Foundation Phase Teacher (Grade 3) (Feb, 2017–Dec, 2017) at Montrouge Primary, Tulbagh, South Africa
    • Conducted baseline assessments and developed targeted ISP’s/IEP’s
    • Designed and facilitated all core subjects (English FAL, Mathematics, Life Skills and
    Afrikaans)
    • Completed detailed student progress reports for Grade 3 Homeroom class.
  • Teaching Practicum: Senior and FET Phase Student Teacher (Grades 8–12) (Jul, 2016–Dec, 2016) at Wellington High School, Wellington, South Africa
    • Designed and facilitated differentiated lessons in Business Studies and Computer
    Application Technology for Grades 10–12, Life Orientation for Grade 11, Economics and
    Management Sciences and Social Sciences for Grades 8–9 students.
    • Assisted with assessment design and learner evaluations
    • Classroom management and behavioural support
  • Teaching Practicum : Senior and FET Phase Student Teacher (Grades 8–12) (Apr, 2013–Jul, 2015) at Various high schools, Western-Cape, South Africa
    • Designed and delivered inclusive lessons in Business Studies, CAT and EMS
    • Conducted classroom observations and prepared written reports
    • Classroom Management

Education

  • Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in TEFL (Oct, 2024–Dec, 2024) from The TEFL Academy, Cape Town
  • Grade 4 - 7 How to teach reading for meaning (Feb, 2024–Feb, 2024) from Cape Teaching and Leadership Institute
  • Bachelor of Education (Feb, 2013–Dec, 2016) from Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Wellington

Fee details

    R550–1,490/hour (US$33.85–91.69/hour)

    My rates are based on the time, expertise, and resources required to deliver high-quality, personalised lessons. Factors influencing the fee include:

    • Type of service – Conversational English, General English, Business
    English, Reading Skills, Writing Skills
    • Level of specialisation – Low, medium, or high
    • Lesson planning – Creating a personalised plan that addresses the
    student’s specific goals and needs
    • Lesson materials – Developing learning resources that are engaging and of
    high quality
    • Homework preparation – Designing relevant practice activities for
    independent learning
    • Marking and grading – Assessing completed homework or formal
    assessments
    • Feedback – Providing clear, constructive feedback to students and/or their
    parents to support continued progress

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