Anneliese du Plessis
Balneario Buenos Aires
Summary
My objective as an educator is not only to educate the minds of students, but to connect with them on a personal level, inspiring them to prepare and equip themselves for an exciting future full of potential and opportunity to do good in their immediate and greater communities.
“When educating the minds of our youth, we must not forget to educate their hearts.” – Dalai Lama
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher - High School
Woodside School
Punta Del Este
03.2020 - Current
- Developed curriculum and led classes in various English courses, including FCE, CAE and IB English B HL.
- Provided individualized support and mentoring for students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to improve teaching strategies.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
Teacher - Middle and High School
Saint Clare's College
Punta Del Este
03.2017 - 12.2019
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives across a range of levels (Gr.2-Gr.12).
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Actively participated in professional development.
Director of Studies
EF English First
Daqing
07.2011 - 07.2013
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss curriculum design, assessment and evaluation processes.
- Provided guidance and support to faculty members in the development of course materials and activities.
- Supervised the selection, training, scheduling, and mentoring of foreign teachers.
- Organized workshops on teaching methodology for faculty members.
- Prepared reports regarding program performance metrics for senior management review.
- Inform teachers, students, and parents of center aims and objectives.
- Coordinate and implement all new curricular and course management procedures.
- Plan teachers' schedules and maximize teacher utility in the best interest of the center.
Senior Teacher
EF English First
Daqing
01.2011 - 06.2011
- Give lessons to the highest standards of English language teaching.
- Aid the Director of Studies with administrative responsibilities and projects.
- Substitute for DoS in his or her absence.
- Observe teachers, offering insight into teaching techniques.
- Mentor new and less experienced teachers.
- Ensure the quality of placement testing and interviewing of new students.
- Maintain a well-organized staff room.
- Help organize and participate in social and marketing events.
EFL Teacher
EF English First
Daqing
06.2009 - 12.2010
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that incorporated student-centered activities to engage students in the learning process.
- Facilitated communicative language teaching techniques, such as role plays and simulations, to promote speaking skills.
- Designed and delivered engaging lessons for students of varying ages, abilities and backgrounds.
Pre-school Teacher
Maple House
Somerset West
06.2006 - 05.2008
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
Volunteer
Tylani Center for Abused Women and Children
Strand
01.2005 - 12.2005
Education
LTCL Diploma TESOL -
Trinity College London
09-2016
Certificate in Early Childhood Development NQF4 -
INTEC College
01-2011
TEFL Certificate – 100 Hrs -
The International English School
South Africa06-2008
TKT Module 1-3 And TKT Young Learners - 2011-2013
University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations
Skills
- Instructional skills: innovative curriculum design, exam preparation, and culturally responsive teaching
- Leadership and Management: Team management, teacher mentoring, and program development
- Interpersonal and Cross-Cultural Competencies: Empathy, conflict resolution, and relationship-building
- Language Learning Insight: Adaptability to new languages and cultures, fostering empathy in students
Certification
Certified ESL Instructor
Languages
English
First Language
Afrikaans
Proficient (C2)
C2
Spanish
Beginner
A1
Accomplishments
- Best Contribution Award, Dec 2011
- Regional Product Implementation Training, Nov 2011
- Academic Manager Training, May 2011
- Life Club Teacher Training, March 2010
- Best Instructor Award, Nov 2009
- Beginners Course in Play Therapy, February 2008
Timeline
Teacher - High School
Woodside School
03.2020 - Current
Teacher - Middle and High School
Saint Clare's College
03.2017 - 12.2019
Director of Studies
EF English First
07.2011 - 07.2013
Senior Teacher
EF English First
01.2011 - 06.2011
EFL Teacher
EF English First
06.2009 - 12.2010
Pre-school Teacher
Maple House
06.2006 - 05.2008
Volunteer
Tylani Center for Abused Women and Children
01.2005 - 12.2005
Certified ESL Instructor
LTCL Diploma TESOL -
Trinity College London
Certificate in Early Childhood Development NQF4 -
INTEC College
TEFL Certificate – 100 Hrs -
The International English School
TKT Module 1-3 And TKT Young Learners - 2011-2013
University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations
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