NOKUPHIWA PHUNGULA
ESL Teacher | TEFL-Certified Educator
Yongin, South Korea | 010 4464 6432 | nokuphiwaphungula97@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dedicated and creative TEFL-certified ESL teacher with a Bachelor of Arts degree and nearly two years of teaching experience in South Korea, alongside previous tutoring and classroom support experience. Skilled in teaching both kindergarten and elementary learners, creating engaging lesson plans, and fostering a positive classroom environment that supports language development and confidence. Passionate about helping young learners build strong English communication skills through fun, interactive, and student-centered lessons.
SKILLS
ESL / EFL Instruction • Lesson Planning • Classroom Management • Kindergarten & Elementary Education • Reading & Vocabulary Development • Student Progress Assessment • Communication Skills • Problem Solving • Creativity • Adaptability • Time Management • Interpersonal Skills
WORK EXPERIENCE
ESL Teacher | Hwasan Meysen Academy, South Korea
August 2024 – Present
• Teach English to students aged 6 to 10 years old
• Instruct both kindergarten and elementary level classes
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons
• Assess student progress and provide feedback
English Tutor | We aRe Tutors
2022 – 2024
• Provided one-on-one English tutoring
• Assisted with assignments and exam prep
Assistant Teacher | Georgenau Combined School
2020 – 2021
• Assisted with lesson planning
• Supported reading and literacy development
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts — University of the Witwatersrand (2015–2018)
TEFL Certificate — Teacher Record (March 2023)
