PENELOPE KAMUNGWA
Summary
Dedicated ESL Instructor with extensive experience teaching adults aged 18 to 65 from diverse cultural backgrounds. Proficient in designing customized lesson plans that enhance communication skills for workplace, academic, and everyday scenarios. Recognized for the ability to simplify complex concepts and build learner confidence through dynamic, interactive teaching methods. Passionate about fostering an inclusive learning environment that empowers students to achieve their language goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
ESL Instructor for Professionals
Contracted
Remote
03.2024 - Current
- Instruct adults aged 18 to 65 from diverse professional sectors such as medicine, education, entertainment, construction, and marketing.
- Specializes in teaching workplace communication to adult learners.
- Prepare learners for standardized tests, such as TOEFL and IELTS, achieving measurable score improvements.
- Foster cultural sensitivity and cross-cultural communication through interactive discussions and role-playing exercises.
Remote ESL Educator
Private
Remote
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Conducted one-on-one sessions with multicultural students, aged 14 and above, adapting lessons to individual learning styles and proficiency levels.
- Tailored lessons to individual learning styles, improving engagement and retention by 75%.
- Designed custom strategies that boosted student confidence and fluency in real-world communication.
- Provided ongoing assessments and personalized feedback to ensure consistent progress.
Education
TEFL (120 HOURS) - Education
TEFL Professional Institute-Teacher Record
08-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Zambia
Lusaka 04-2022
Skills
- Pronunciation coaching
- Curriculum development
- Cultural sensitivity
- Individualized support
- Interactive learning
- Skilled in teaching business idioms, professional writing, and presentation techniques to improve workplace communication
Languages
English
First Language
Affiliations
Volunteering: Assisted children in reading, fostering literacy skills and a love for learning.
- Photography
- Acting
Timeline
ESL Instructor for Professionals
Contracted
03.2024 - Current
Remote ESL Educator
Private
08.2022 - 12.2023
TEFL (120 HOURS) - Education
TEFL Professional Institute-Teacher Record
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Zambia
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