Claire Canter
Madrid
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Interdoceo and the University of Pretoria, enhancing student engagement and reading comprehension. Skilled in grammar instruction and cross-cultural communication, I excel in creating supportive learning environments and fostering academic success. Demonstrated leadership in group settings, emphasizing critical thinking and organizational skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
English Language Assistant
Interdoceo
10.2024 - Current
- Strengthened students'' reading comprehension through guided discussions and targeted practice activities.
- Enhanced collaboration among classmates by incorporating group projects and promoting teamwork within the classroom setting.
- Established positive rapport with students, fostering a supportive environment conducive to academic success.
- Evaluated and graded students' essays, projects and exams.
Au Pair
Gina & Mike Bleyenheuft
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Collaborated closely with parents to establish consistent routines expectations promoting stability security for their children.
- Maintained open communication with parents regarding their children's progress, needs, and any concerns that arose during the au pair placement period.
- Transported children safely to school, activities and appointments on time.
- Managed daily schedules effectively, ensuring punctuality for school drop-offs and pick-ups as well as extracurricular activities.
- Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for the children.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere within the home by demonstrating flexibility adaptability when faced with unexpected changes or challenges.
Au Pair
Siyanda Manzini
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Maintained open communication with parents regarding their children's progress, needs, and any concerns that arose during the au pair placement period.
- Transported children safely to school, activities and appointments on time.
- Managed daily schedules effectively, ensuring punctuality for school drop-offs and pick-ups as well as extracurricular activities.
- Developed creative activities to encourage physical, social and emotional growth.
- Ensured household cleanliness by performing light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, tidying up toys or organizing play spaces.
- Acted as a responsible role model by demonstrating respect, kindness, and healthy habits to the host family''s children.
- Provided reliable transportation to various appointments, activities, and outings while maintaining safety standards.
- Assisted in improving children''s academic performance by providing tutoring and homework support.
English Tutor
University of Pretoria
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Tutored students to develop deeper comprehension of English course materials and better understanding of assignments to improve academic success.
- Prepared and presented weekly lectures to groups of students.
- Graded student worksheets, assignments, tests and examinations.
- Provided support to students through consultation hours, emails and online platforms.
Education
Master of Arts - English
University of Pretoria
Pretoria01-2023
Bachelor of Arts - English & Psychology
University of Pretoria
Pretoria01-2021
High School Diploma -
Maris Stella
Durban01-2018
Skills
- Grammar instruction
- Teaching strategies
- Cross-cultural communication
- Reading comprehension
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Student engagement
- Group leadership
Accomplishments
- Prefect (2017-2018)
- Committee member and project manager for several Durban Youth Council community service programmes (2017)
- World Challenge leadership skills development expedition (Thailand, 2017)
- Toastmasters International Youth Leadership programme (2017)
- Speech & Drama College - Interpretative Examination in speech and drama programme (2017)
- Arts & Culture Euro trip (UK, France, Italy, 2018)
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Powerpoint & Excel
Timeline
English Language Assistant
Interdoceo
10.2024 - Current
Au Pair
Gina & Mike Bleyenheuft
04.2024 - 09.2024
Au Pair
Siyanda Manzini
10.2023 - 03.2024
English Tutor
University of Pretoria
05.2021 - 05.2022
Master of Arts - English
University of Pretoria
Bachelor of Arts - English & Psychology
University of Pretoria
High School Diploma -
Maris Stella
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