Catherine Tamale English teacher and professional writer
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Catherine is a proffessional teacher and has been teaching for over 10 years. I have a degree in Education specialising in English and Literature. I am a certified teacher and I have taught students online, in public and private schools. My goal everyday is to have a positive impact on young people. I'm highly motivated, enthusiastic, patient, creative and passionate about my work. I am good at communicating effectively and clearly to my students. I pay attention to detail, I'm attentive, a good listener and empathetic. My teaching style is learner centred because I base my teaching on the specific needs of my learners. Although I sometimes teach a group of students, I focus on my students individually and sometimes teach private lessons. I am friendly, respectful and firm with my boundaries. Discipline to me is a non negotiable. I love to teach English that is applicable to our day to day life. I do not give up on my learners. I believe everyone has potential and students have different learning capacities and capabilities. I am comfortable working with students from different backgrounds, race and locations. I'm flexible and willing to learn new things and upgrade my skills.

Subjects

  • English & Literature Beginner-Expert

Experience

  • English teacher (Feb, 2022–Apr, 2023) at Private English tutor, Kampala
    1. To provide English tutoring to a small group of students to address individual student gaps.
    2. To teach effectively English and Literature recognising and meeting students individual needs.
    3. To research, develop and effectively implement new learning materials in a variety of media to engage students in learning.
    4. Planning lessons that are interesting and relevant to their individual needs and goals.
    5. Reviewing students homework assignments and providing feedback on how to improve their academic performance.
    6. Helping students with reading comprehension and vocabulary development.
  • Sub Editor (Jan, 2019–Jan, 2022) at New Vision Printing and Publishing Company, Kampala
    1. Editing copy written by reporters or writers to spelling mistakes and grammatical errors.
    2. Rewriting materials so that it flows and reads better and adheres to a house style of a particular publication.
    3. Ensure the story fits a particular word count by editing and expanding material as necessary.
    4. Support the Journalists in collecting stories and photos for publication checking facts and stories to ensure they are accurate and adhere to copywriters laws and are not libelous.
    5. Laying out pages as well as designing pages and maintaining onscreen copy using Adobe in design, Photoshop and all Microsoft offices.
  • Communication Skills trainer (Jan, 2017–Apr, 2018) at UNESCO, Paris
    1. Co-ordinating with other members of UNESCO training department to develop and deliver training programs
    2. Presenting training sessions that are engaging and interactive to help participants retain information.
    3. Developing Communication skills in order to perform a specific job effectively.
    4. Conducting coaching sessions with trainees regarding communication principles and practicals
  • English and Literature teacher (Mar, 2013–Dec, 2016) at Gayaza High School, Kampala
    • Met parents; maintain discipline in the classroom; methodically provide resources for
    lessons; simplify lesson plans in line with curriculum objectives and assist students to prepare
    for examinations
    • Assess and look after 150+ students’ progress throughout the term and work closely with
    other staff to efficiently plan and coordinate work
    • Provide informative presentations to students regarding different areas of studies and ensure
    that all students fully comprehend all aspects
    • Trained four new English teachers, emphasizing the importance of classroom control
    2013 – 2015
    • Responsible for ensuring that all students fully comprehended the taught curriculum and
    provided support to students who required extra guidance
    • Worked closely with the other teachers to ensure all avenues of the curriculum are met and
    delivered lessons the students
    • Adopted distinctive teaching methodologies, documented all lessons, organized healthy
    group discussions, and mentored troubled students

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts with Education (Sep, 2008–Dec, 2012) from Kyambogo University, kampala

Fee details

    USh13–35/hour (US$0–0.01/hour)

    Fees may vary based on subject complexity, level of student, travelling, time and their geographical location

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