Jenna S
22 years old
4.7
316
Bio
I am a creative, friendly, and patient person who enjoys writing and travelling. I am passionate about learning and teaching, especially languages.
My strength when it comes to helping is my ability to assess the person or situation I am aiding and see where I am most needed. I try my best to help and enjoy seeing results. I am very patient and can find creative ways to help.
Education
• 2020 BSocSci (African studies and social development) with distinction, UCT
• 2017 Gap year: tutoring and then travelling
• 2014-2016 St Cyprian's School
• 2009-2014 German International School Cape Town
My Proudest
Achievements
• Paperight Young Writer's Anthology Short Story Competition
• 8 Matric Distinctions
• Traveling for 5 months in Europe and Morocco
Subjects
- School Tutoring
English
I am passionate about English and a patient teacher. I have experience tutoring English with the Shine Centre and SHAWCO. I won the AP English Prize. I am currently majoring in Media and Writing at UCT.
French
I have taken French since Grade 7 and have a well-developed vocabulary and understanding of grammar rules. I have good comprehension techniques, as well as skills to develop vocabulary and grammar. I am currently majoring in French at University.
History
I received the matric and Grade 11 History Subject Prize at school. I am passionate about History and its role in current affairs, as well as the critical thinking skills it develops. I have tutored Matric History.
Afrikaans
I have a thorough grasp of the skills needed for school Afrikaans, as well as a good vocabulary and the ability to express myself clearly. I received an Afrikaans subject prize at school. I have helped fellow students with the subject.
Mathematics
I am able to break Maths down and explain key concepts. I understand that Maths can be scary and that patience and creativity are necessary. I understand the role of the tutor and have learned from my own matric maths tutor.
- Language Tutoring
Conversational English
As a mother-tongue English speaker who is a keen reader and writer, I have a wide vocabulary and experience. I can teach beginners how to express themselves simply instead of using vocabulary beyond their abilities.I can converse about many subjects.
English
I am a mother-tongue English speaker and can communicate excellently orally and in writing. I have achieved high marks for English at school where I have learned grammar rigorously. I have experience learning foreign languages creatively.
French
I have taken French since Grade 7 and have a well-developed vocabulary and understanding of grammar rules. I have good comprehension techniques, as well as skills to develop vocabulary and grammar. I am currently majoring in French at University.
- University Tutoring
French
I have a well-developed vocabulary and understanding of grammar rules. I have good comprehension techniques, as well as skills to develop vocabulary and grammar. I am currently majoring in French at University and am in my 3rd year.
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