Deogratias Ndayishimiye Freelance Language Teacher
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Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing this application to advance my candidature for the open position of online Teacher. My expertise with the French language and literature has developed me to emerge as a successful mentor. Listing my major job goals to engage the students and help them pace up with the foreign language:

• Undertake multiple French classes based on grade levels.
• Teach French language and literature by inculcating cultural and societal activities.
• Prepare course material based on the learning pace of the students.
• Provide written and oral assignments and conduct regular assessments of the students.
• Facilitate the classroom learning by incorporating French culture.
• Impart feedback sessions for each student based on the assessments.
• Engaging students with the help of French language games and group discussion activities.

My innovative teaching approach, mnemonics and patience make me an ideal match for the role. The proven experience has helped me to enrich students with unparalleled engagement with the French language.

Thank you for walking through my job application. It would be a pleasure to have an opportunity to discuss with you regarding the position.

Yours faithfully.

Subjects

  • French Beginner-Expert

Experience

  • Freelance Tutor/Translator/communicator (Jul, 2021–Present) at Private Business
    • Tutor grade 8-11 students in French, English, Math and Physics
    • Create online content for company's social media.
    • Develop and implement various online projects.
    • Translate documents on varying themes.
    • Proofread documents for clarity.
    • Provide specialized language related advice.
  • English/French Translator and Administrative Assistant (Mar, 2016–May, 2021) at United Nations Peace Keeping Mission in Mali (MINUSMA)
    • Plan meetings and take detailed minutes.
    • Write and distribute email, correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms.
    • Plan meetings and take detailed minutes.
    • Write and distribute email, correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms.
    • Translating documents from English to French and vice versa.
    • Assisting colleagues in all language related assignments.
    • Ensuring the timely delivery of translated materials from English to French and vice-versa.
    • Ensuring quality check and proofreading of translation to avoid typographical errors.
    • Assisting the Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary General in his daily language needs
  • Senior English/French Translator and Head of the Protocol and Translation Units (Sep, 2005–Feb, 2016) at United States Embassy in Djibouti, Djibouti
    • Serving as Ambassadors French coach and language support staff.
    • Teaching French to high-ranking diplomats on a regular basis.
    • Acting as the Senior Translator and head of section.
    • Plan foreign and domestic visits, ceremonies, and special events.
    • Make and send invitations.
    • Create suitable seating arrangements.
    • Translate diplomatic notes, memos, and documents.
    • Serve as an interpreter during meetings and official visits.
    • Assist the Media assistant in Communication-related tasks.
    • Assisting in the recruitment of translators, French teachers, and Protocol Assistants.
    • Drafting and corrected recruitment tests for language teachers, translators, and protocol assistants.
    • Participating in the short listing, interview, and selection of best candidates.
  • Substitute English Teacher (Mar, 2005–Mar, 2006) at Ecole Française Joseph Kessel de Djibouti
    • Preparing lessons, making them as interesting as possible.
    • Preparing homework, assignments, and assessments.
    • Attending school meetings and events.
    • Mark homework and assessments.
    • Identifying the needs of individual students and working to overcome them.
    • Developing my own potential.
    • Translating from French to English and vice-versa school documents.
  • Communication Officer (May, 2004–Sep, 2004) at United Nations Development Program, Djibouti
    • Develop communication and advocacy strategies.
    • Design and producing leaflets, brochures, and newsletters.
    • Establish media contacts in Djibouti and in neighboring countries.
    • Serve as the UN agencies focal point in communication.
    • Provide pictures and articles for UN publications and Websites.
    • Conduct interviews, debates, and round tables with stakeholders.
  • French/English Language and Science Tutor (Nov, 1994–Jul, 2015) at home tutoring
    • Tutoring students in languages (French and English) and sciences (Math and Physics)
    • Assisting students in doing their homework and preparing tests
    • Researching online tutoring material.
    • Teaching students online researching techniques.
    • Consulting with school teachers/supervisors to monitor tutored students’ progress.
    • Meeting with students’ parents to better follow up their kids’ s progress.
  • Maths Teacher (Oct, 1994–Sep, 2005) at Ministry of Education of Djibouti
    • Prepare math lesson plans as per the grade levels.
    • Explain mathematical concepts to students in easy terms.
    • Develop students' interest in mathematics.
    • Organize tests and grade students.
    • Write regular reports on students’ progress.
  • Bilingual French/English Journalist (Sep, 1989–Oct, 1994) at National Radio and Television of Burundi
    • Interpret and present news stories to make them clear for listeners.
    • Interact with reporters while on air.
    • Conduct live interviews with experts to provide additional information.
    • Gather, verify, and analyze news/data from sources.
    • Organize material and write news reports.
    • Report breaking news as it unfolds.
    • Produce news shows, including coordinating reporting.
  • Physics Teacher (Oct, 1981–Jul, 1986) at Ministry of Education, Burundi
    • Ensure that school rules are adhered to by the students.
    • Monitor students in different school-related settings.
    • Oversee and analyze student outcomes in physics.
    • Supervise suitable use and caring of materials, equipment, and facilities.
    • Analyze and grading students’ laboratory work, class work, and assignments.
    • Compile, administer and ensure to grade exams and assign works.
    • Be involved in solving indiscipline issues that with the assistance of advisers.

Education

  • Maîtrise en Communication et Marketing International (Mar, 2018–Aug, 2020) from CERCO University–scored 16/20
  • Diploma course in News Agency Journalism (May, 1993–Nov, 1993) from Indian Institute of mass communication, Delhi–scored 16/20
  • Diplôme de Niveau II en Journalisme (Sep, 1986–Jun, 1989) from Ecole de Journalisme du Burundi–scored 15/20
  • Certificate in Radio Telecommunications (Sep, 1984–Jul, 1985) from Beijing university of posts and Telecommunications, China–scored 13/20
  • Diploma in Mandarin (Sep, 1983–Jul, 1984) from Beijing Language and Cultural University, China–scored 17/20
  • Diplôme d'Enseignant Primaire (Sep, 1977–Jun, 1981) from Teacher's Training School–scored 15.7/20

Fee details

    XOF7,200–12,000/hour (US$11.28–18.79/hour)

    My charged vary based on level and content.

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