Passionate Educator and Creative Teacher
Resume:
I am a passionate educator, caregiver, and creative thinker with a
deep commitment to nurturing learners from all walks of life. I'm an educator with a heart for teaching and a mind for innovation. With hands-on experience across online platforms, primary schools, and special needs environments, I bring warmth, structure, and imagination into every lesson I deliver.
My teaching style blends visual storytelling, interactive resources, and emotional intelligence to create inclusive spaces where students feel safe, seen, and inspired. Whether I'm guiding a grammar galaxy or crafting vocabulary adventures, I teach with empathy, clarity, and joy.
Work History
ESL Teacher
LZ English, Remote
2025-07 -
Current
Educated students in basics of English grammar
and conversational speaking.
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Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to
accommodate different learning styles.
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Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve
students' conversational abilities.
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Supported language development for non-native
speakers by providing one-on-one tutoring
sessions tailored to individual needs.
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Provided feedback and progress reports to
enhance student development
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Managed virtual classroom dynamics with
professionalism and empathy
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Adopted new technologies and online platforms
to facilitate student learning.
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Increased student proficiency in English by
creating engaging and interactive classroom
activities.
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Promoted critical thinking to build subject
engagement and interaction.
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Contact
WWW
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Address
Cape Town, WC 7441
Phone
******@*******.***
Websites, Portfolios,
Profiles
www.linkedin.com/in
/tasha-van-staden
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https://teacherrecord.c
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Skills
• Management Skills
• Creativity
• Teaching and Planning
Teacher
Tasha Van Staden
Student Teacher
Parow West Primary, Parow, South Africa
2024-05 -
2024-08
Delivered curriculum-aligned lessons across core
subjects, adapting content to meet diverse
learning needs
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Integrated educational technology to enhance
visual learning and track student progress
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Worked closely with special needs learners,
including children with ADHD and autism.
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Assisted with classroom setup and organization
before and after school, ensuring a clean and
structured environment
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Worked with classroom teacher to learn about
current standards and best practices.
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Supported students falling behind academically
through one-on-one guidance and tailored
reinforcement activities
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Monitored classrooms for safety and good
behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
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Supervised breaktime on the playground and
ensured students ate their snacks before play
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Promoted positive and productive learning
environment to increase engagement and
rapport with students and teachers.
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Took part in extracurricular activities such as
after-school sports, netball matches, and
coaching support as an assistant coach
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Cultivated positive relationships with
administration, teaching staff, and students.
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Fostered a safe, inclusive, and emotionally
supportive learning space that encouraged
growth and engagement
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Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one
instruction to meet individual student needs.
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Babysitting and Au-pair
Private Employers, Paarl, South Africa
2021-01 -
2022-09
• Catered for a family of 7.
Provided full-time care and academic support for
five children, including two sets of twins (Grade 5) and a younger sibling (Grade 2)
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Managed daily school pickups, home transitions,
and after-school routines
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• Critical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Tech & Management
Classroom Tech Setup &
Troubleshooting
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Scheduling & Time
Management
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Child First Aid and
Au-pair Skills
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Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Dutch
Elementary (A2)
French
Beginner (A1)
Assisted with homework, test preparation, and
school bag organization
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Maintained open communication with parents
regarding their children's progress, needs, and
any concerns that arose during the au pair
placement period.
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Coordinated and transported children to
extracurricular activities including athletics,
rugby, netball, swimming, and karate
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Collaborated closely with parents to establish
consistent routines expectations promoting
stability security for their children.
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Supported the youngest child's aftercare
schedule and ensured timely arrival at lessons
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Maintained household routines: unpacked
lunchboxes, supervised uniform changes, tidied
rooms, and checked homework
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Fostered a structured, nurturing environment that
balanced academic focus with emotional care
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Teacher/Classroom Assistant
Vivid Preparatory School, Cape Town, South Africa
2022-01 -
2022-02
Supported lead teachers in lesson delivery,
classroom management, and inclusive learning
strategies.
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Worked closely with special needs children,
including those with ADHD, speech impairments,
and autism, ranging from infants to 10 years old.
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Assisted with grading, student supervision, and
activity preparation across age groups.
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Participated daily in Aftercare from 7 AM to 6 PM, ensuring consistent support and engagement.
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Facilitated Storytime, Playtime, Nap Time, and
Potty Training routines with patience and
empathy
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Fostered a nurturing, organized, and emotionally
safe environment for all learners.
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Homeschool Tutor
Private Employers, Paarl, South Africa
2020-02 -
2020-05
Collaborated with parents and Grade 2 teachers
to support three students during school closures.
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Acted as a remote teacher's assistant, ensuring
students followed the curriculum and completed
all assigned work.
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Facilitated learning across all subjects: English
Home Language, Afrikaans FAL, Mathematics,
Arts, Life Skills, and PE
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Guided students through activities, tests, and
projects with structured routines and emotional
support
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Provided targeted support in specific subject
areas where students struggled the most,
enhancing overall academic success.
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Communicated regularly with school staff via
email and online platforms to align progress and
expectations
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Tracked learning progress to optimize tutoring
methods and help students achieve goals.
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Created a stable, engaging home learning
environment during a time of uncertainty and
disruption
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Education
Certificate: Teaching English To Speakers
of Other Languages
TTA - The TEFL Acadamy - Cape Town, South Africa
Classroom Teaching Practice Course (TEFL) – The
TEFL Academy (Completed 14 June 2025)
Completed a 10-hour practical training focused on
real-world classroom teaching strategies for ESL
learners. This hands-on course emphasized lesson
delivery, classroom management, learner
engagement, and adapting teaching methods to
suit diverse student needs. Through simulated and
live teaching practice, I developed key
competencies in:
2025-06
Lesson Planning & Execution: Structuring lessons
with clear objectives, scaffolding techniques,
and differentiated instruction
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Classroom Management: Establishing routines,
managing behavior, and creating inclusive
learning environments
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Student-Centered Teaching: Encouraging
participation, using visual aids, and adapting to
varied learning styles
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Assessment & Feedback: Monitoring progress
through formative assessments and providing
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This course mirrors the foundational skills of everyday classroom teachers—such as curriculum alignment,
emotional intelligence, and inclusive pedagogy
—while adding specialized techniques for teaching
English to non-native speakers. It strengthened my ability to lead lessons confidently, support diverse learners, and build rapport across cultures and age groups.
constructive feedback
Professional Communication: Collaborating with
peers, mentors, and learners in both online and
in-person settings
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TEFL Certificate : Teaching English As A
Second Or Foreign Language
TEFL Universal - Cape Town
150-Hour Advanced TEFL/TESOL Certificate – TEFL
Universal (Jan–Feb 2025) Successfully completed a
comprehensive training program focused on
teaching English as a foreign language to
non-native speakers. This internationally recognized course provided in-depth instruction across key
areas of ESL education, including:
2025-02
Core Methodologies: Explored communicative
language teaching (CLT), task-based learning,
and student-centered approaches
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Lesson Planning: Learned to design structured,
engaging lessons with clear objectives,
scaffolding techniques, and differentiated
instruction
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Classroom Management: Developed strategies
for maintaining discipline, fostering inclusivity, and managing diverse learner needs
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Grammar & Phonology: Gained a solid
foundation in English grammar rules,
pronunciation techniques, and phonemic
awareness
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Teaching Across Age Groups: Adapted lesson
styles for young learners, teens, and adults, with attention to cultural sensitivity and learning styles
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Assessment & Feedback: Practiced formative
and summative assessment methods, and
learned to provide constructive, motivating
feedback
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• Online & In-Person Teaching: Equipped with tools The course combined theoretical knowledge with
practical application, preparing me to deliver
inclusive, communicative, and confidence-building
lessons in both online and classroom settings. It
strengthened my ability to support language
development, foster learner autonomy, and create
emotionally safe learning environments—skills that align closely with everyday teaching roles across
educational contexts.
for virtual classroom setup, digital resource
creation, and interactive online engagement
Interests
Reading
Creative writing and journallng
Hiking
Horse Riding
Tennis
Photography
Drawing and Painting
References
1. Andrea Vrana Role: Au Pair Employer Location:
Paarl Contact: 082-***-****
2. Susan Volschenk Role: Tutor / Teaching Assistant
(COVID Lockdown Support) Location: Paarl
Contact: 082-***-****
3. Parow West Primary School – Student Teaching
Placement Location: Parow Contacts:
4. Pixie Play Role: Childcare Worker Location: Paarl Contact: 060-***-****
5. Vivid Preparatory School Role: Teaching &
Classroom Assistant Location: Southern Suburbs,
Cape Town Contact: Teacher Zaida 082-***-****
Pauline Groenewald – Grade 3 Teacher, HOD &
Vice Principal 079-***-****
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Annelene Barnard – Grade 2 Teacher 084 986
2963
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• Lara Bestbier – Grade 1 Teacher 081-***-****
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