Natalie

English Tutor
Female42 y/oEnglish Teacher/Foreign language teacherLive in PortugalNationality South Africa
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Work experience

Item Writer

Cambridge English | UK (remote)
2023.10-Current(a year)
Develop new items, tasks, texts, and answer keys for Cambridge English exams (A2-C2), ensuring alignment with CEFR standards and assessment objectives. Utilize expert knowledge of English grammar, vocabulary, and language functions to create diverse, level-appropriate test materials that accurately assess candidates' proficiency. Ensure consistency and compliance with Cambridge assessment criteria by adhering to strict guidelines, format specifications, and quality assurance processes.

English Tutor

Homestudies Online School GmbH | Switzerland (remote)
2020.10-Current(4 years)
Delivered over 6,000 lessons preparing students aged 6 to 65+ for Cambridge English exams (Key, Preliminary, First, Advanced, and Proficiency), as well as IELTS and TOEFL, tailoring instruction to diverse learning styles and proficiency levels. Achieved an 85% pass rate for Cambridge students, including success at the C2 Proficiency level, by implementing targeted strategies to improve language skills, test-taking techniques, and confidence. Earned consistent five-star feedback from students, highlighting engaging lessons, effective methodology, and measurable progress in language proficiency and exam performance. Designed and launched a comprehensive e-learning course for Cambridge English test preparation, focusing on B2 First and C1 Advanced, enabling students to study flexibly and achieve exam success.

TOEFL | SAT Tutor

Avalon Admissions | USA (remote)
2022.11-2024.08(2 years)
Designed and delivered targeted TOEFL and SAT preparation courses, helping my student improve her scores through structured lessons in reading, writing, listening, and speaking (TOEFL) or critical reading and grammar strategies (SAT). Developed personalised study plans based on diagnostic assessments, addressing individual weaknesses in test-taking strategies, time management, and academic English skills.

English Teacher

Speed School of English l various locations
2008.11-2020.01(11 years)
Designed and implemented comprehensive curricula for General English (A1-C2), Business English (B1+), and Young Learners, incorporating innovative teaching methodologies to maximize student engagement and learning outcomes. Conducted over 1,500 speaking placement tests, accurately assessing students' proficiency levels and guiding them to appropriate courses for their learning goals. Taught 12,000+ lessons in General English, Business English, and Cambridge Exam preparation (both online and in-person) for Young Learners, Teens, and Adults, adapting lessons to diverse learning needs and objectives.

Educational experience

Rhodes University, South Africa

International Relations
2000.02-2005.12(6 years)
Bachelor's in Politics and Modern Languages Master's in International Relations

Languages

English
Native

Certificates

TEFL Certification (Pass Excellent)
2025.03
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