I would describe myself as a calm, patient, and reliable professional. I love visiting museums, walking on the beach, travel, watching movies and dramas, listening to music, reading and playing board games. I am an English major and hold post-graduate degrees in International Relations and Conflict Management. In addition I hold various other certificates, including a Level 5 Advanced TEFL Diploma, and a Assistant Creche Teacher certificate. I have worked a researcher, project manager, and administrator. Most of my experience is related to the field of peacebuilding and conflict management, and I have taught peer mediation and conflict resolution skills to learners of different age groups, as well as to adults. I am familiar with different teaching methodologies, lesson planning, teaching English one-to-one, Business English, teaching other subjects in English, and English exam preparation. I have good communication, listening, planning, organising, and managing skills. My current position as a house parent at the FTIFA Football Academy based in Houtbay, Cape Town, underscore my experience working with youth and young adults. My role here includes to ensure students’ safety, supervise, mentor and support their well-being and development. There is a growing interest among South African youth in Asian cultures, as evidenced by the popularity of anime, games, and trends. My own children and their peers are fascinated by Japanese and Korean music, dramas, and languages, reflecting a broader cultural curiosity. This increased interest in South Korea makes me eager to contribute to a mutual exchange of ideas and experiences between our countries. Through teaching in South Korea, I hope to deepen my understanding of Korean culture by engaging directly with students, communities, and educators. This experience will be invaluable as I consider ways to continue fostering South African-Korean relations especially among the youth upon my return home.
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