Ottilia Thabisile Nkosi
Johannesburg, South Africa
*******.*****@*****.*** / *********@*****.***
Telephone Number: +27-734****** /+27-631******
(Skype ID: thabie11)
Professional Profile:
I want to be a part of an institution that will provide learning opportunities and insure a great career path for myself and the students. My ability to transfer my knowledge to the students will help them in their studies and assure them to become better citizens.
Career Objective:
2017 – 06/2017 IT Instructor, Lincoln College Saudi Arabia.
2012 - 2016 ESL Instructor, English for Health Science, IT Lead Controller, Blackboard Lead Controller, Education Expert, King Saud University, Al Jouf University Riyadh
2008 -2012 IT Network Controller, Department of Correctional Services, Gauteng, South Africa
1996 -2008 Senior Educator, Department of Correctional Services, Gauteng, South Africa
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Develop rapport with students in the classroom setting.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Experience working with pre-college programs, primary and secondary-level and adult student.
Experience working in computer labs and with assisting team members with computer usage.
Encourage constant improvement and focus teams on tasks at hand.
Thrive under pressurized environments.
Soft Skills:
Advanced clientele reporting performance. Communication and interpersonal etiquette. Solution enthused problem solving. Conceptual skills and innovative thinking. Passionate to teach, Good co-ordination
and organizing skills. Leadership and people management skills.
Education Details:
English Certificate TEFL, ITTT Training Centre, 2011
Diploma Software Specialists CompTIA A+ [Computer Maintenance Certification] CompTIA Network + [Computer Networking Certification]; Boston Business College, 2003
Human Resource Certificate; University of South Africa, 2000
Post Graduate Diploma in Education, Western Cape University, 1995
BA Degree; University of Durban Westville, 1994
SACE Certificate
Career Summary
Current Employment
Name of firm Lincoln College (Saudi Arabia)
Designation IT Instructor
Period of work 01/2017 to 06/2017
Name of firm Education Expert (Saudi Arabia)
Designation ESL Instructor / IT Lead teacher / Blackboard Controller
Period of work 2012 to 2016
Name of firm Boksburg Correctional Services (South Africa)
Designation IT Network Controller / Educator
Period of work 1996 to 2012
Key Roles & Accountabilities:
Maintains an up-to-date record of lesson plans, student attendance and grade records, according to organization’s procedures.
Teach English courses following established Company’s guidelines and using acceptable communicative language teaching strategies and methodologies.
Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to optimal learning.
Monitor, assess, and evaluate student work and progress.
Participate in teacher training workshops and other developmental activities designed to enhance the quality of teaching and participate in the delivery of such training.
Prepare reports and lessons plans, supplemental materials and activities as required.
Contribute to curriculum and test development activities.
Assist in miscellaneous administrative duties related to the effective operation of a language institute.
As a native speaker serve as a resource on the English language and culture to trainees and staff members who are not familiar with native-English culture.
Informs students of assessment criteria and scheduling in a timely manner, ensures students receive constructive feedback on their progress, and participates in moderation activities.
Understands and actively supports the primary purpose of the College the teaching role and values and includes these in individual and team work activities.
Personal Details
Languages English
Personal Attributes Patient and supportive easily adaptable hardworking and loyal
Driver’s license Code B
Marital status Married
Availability 30 Days’ Notice, Negotiable
All references and certificates presented upon request