Mandlakazi Cv

Mgogodi Mandlakazi
South Africa Eastern Cape
0717185737 | Mmgogodi88@gmail.com
Objective
Passionate English teacher dedicated to inspiring learners through engaging lessons, active learning and
practical skills. Aims to create an inclusive, fun classroom environment that empowers students to become
confident speakers, readers and lifelong learners. Committed to fostering curiosity and language proficiency in
every learner, also passionate about helping learners to find thier voices through English.
Experience
Chief Henry Bokleni SSS
Teaching Praticum
Planned and delivered 100+ lessons for Grade 8-12 learners following CAPS curriculum to classes of +35
students. 
Taught core competencies: reading comprehension, creative writing,  literature analysis, Grammer, and
oral presentation
Differentiated instruction for diverse proficiency levels, including ESL support for learners from Xhosa
speaking homes.
Implement positive behavior management strategies,  reducing classroom disruption by 50%
Created and graded  assessment, providing  detailed written and verbal feedback to guide improvement 
Developed worksheets, visual materials, and PowerPoint resources to support visual and kinesthetic
learners. 
Self-employed, Umtata , South Africa
Private ESL Tutor
Deliver one-on-one and group ESL lessons to 20+ students aged 5-18 , 85% beginners with no prior
English exposure 
Tutoring 20+ students in Business studies, Economics and English
Provides one-on-one academic support to students, improving understanding and grades
Assist with homework,  exam preparation and study techniques to build student confidence 
Design and implement personalized lesson plans focusing on phonics, vocabulary, sentence patterns and
conversational fluency using TPR and communicative approach 
Teach foundational skills: letter recognition, blending, CVC words, basic grammar and classroom English
for young learners 
Increase student confidence and class participation through patiency,  creativity and step by step
guidance 
Education
Walter Sisulu University
Bachelor of Education
Umtata Technical College
Matric
Skills
Communication and interpersonal skills
Differentiated instruction
Classroom management
Assessment and Evaluation
ESL instruction: phonics, TPR, Communicative language teaching, task based learning
Soft skills: Cross-cultural communication, patience and adaptability, parent engagement.
Interests
Outdoor activities
Reading diverse literature and exploring new genres
Exploring innovative Teaching Methods and education technology
Languages
English – Native
Reference
Available upon request from school principal
Certification
South African Council for Educators (SACE)
Registration No: 13028661
120-hour TEFL certification 
Teacher Record Academy 
Personal Details
Nationality: South African|Native English Speaker
Date of Birth: 26-09-2001
Gender: Female 
Current Location: South Africa