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Kirsten H

Tutor in Waverley, Johannesburg • 33 years old

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Bio

I am an ex-teacher currently working as a Software Engineer with a passion for education that has not dissipated. My goal is always to develop a positive and encouraging relationship with my learners.

Years of experience in education have allowed me the opportunity to hone my skills as a teacher and tutor. My methods are always to build positive associations with a subject so that lessons are interesting and enjoyable, thereby becoming more productive as a learner's own desire to engage grows. My core goal is always to improve a learner's confidence so that they can learn independently.

Education

• 2010 - 2012: BSS, Economics and History (Rhodes University)
• 2014: PGCE, senior phase and FET (UNISA)
• 2018 - 2021: BSc Engineering, Electrical (Information stream) (University of the Witwatersrand)

My Proudest
Achievements

• Graduating with distinction from Wits with a BSc in Engineering (Electrical) having won "Most Innovative Project" for my final year machine learning project.
• Receiving 98% for the practical component of my PGCE.
• Being in the top 5 in the Johannesburg North district for my final matric results.

Subjects

  • School Tutoring

Mathematics

Grade 1 - Grade 12

I was a Maths teacher at Parktown Girls and a Maths intern teacher at St Stithians Boys College. I have over 400 hours of private tutoring experience and I was also a Kumon facilitator specialising in Advanced Maths. I hold a BSc degree in Engineering (Electrical) (cum laude).

Economics

Grade 1 - Grade 12

I completed a Bachelor of Social Science majoring in Economics from Rhodes University. I achieved a PGCE in FET Economics (from UNISA) and graduated with distinction (in addition to achieving a distinction for the practical component). I also have over 400 hours of tutoring experience.

History

Grade 1 - Grade 12

I graduated with a Bachelor of Social Science in History from Rhodes University and was invited to become a member of the Golden Key Honour Society. I hold a PGCE in senior and FET phases (cum laude). I have over 400 hours of tutoring experience and 5 years of experience in education.

Physical Science

Grade 1 - Grade 12

I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Electrical) (cum laude) and a PGCE in senior and FET phases (cum laude). I have 5 years of full-time experience in education (including at St Stithians Boys College and Parktown Girls) and over 400 hours of private tutoring.

English

Grade 1 - Grade 12

I achieved a distinction in Matric (89%) for English and was a high school public speaker and debater. I have a BSS degree from Rhodes University as well as a TEFL certification.

Life Orientation

Grade 1 - Grade 12

I achieved a distinction in matric (89%) and won the matric subject prize for Life Orientation. I also completed first and second-year Psychology courses through UNISA and am well-equipped to assist learners with this subject.

Life Sciences (Biology)

Grade 1 - Grade 12

I achieved a distinction in matric (87%) and have done over 400 hours of private tutoring. While I did not study any related subjects at tertiary level, I did grow up with an ex-nurse for a mother and a radiologist for a father, which inspired in me a deep curiosity for living things!

AP Maths

Grade 1 - Grade 12

I have taught AP maths at Parktown Girls and matriculated with 96% for Additional Maths Paper 3. I was also a Kumon Maths facilitator for advanced learners. At tertiary level, I achieved distinctions in first-year Statistics and Engineering Maths.

  • University Tutoring

Engineering Maths

First Year

I achieved the highest mark (93%) for Engineering Maths in the Wits School of EIE and was awarded a merit certificate for the subject. I also received the Actom Prize for top first-year student and made it onto the Dean’s list.

Location

Kirsten will travel up to 5km from Waverley, Johannesburg, Gauteng to you.

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