IEB CAPS English, Afrikaans, Mathematics and Social Sciences Tutor

Experienced Multilingual Educator | Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary | IB Diploma PYP

12+ years of teaching experience and a strong academic background in education, Inez is a highly skilled and passionate She holds a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) from the University of South Africa, along with TEFL and TESOL certifications, equipping her to support learners of all levels in both academic and language-focused subjects.

Fluent in English, Portuguese, and Afrikaans, she brings a multicultural and inclusive approach to her lessons, helping students not only master the subject matter but also build confidence in communication and cultural understanding. Her teaching expertise covers a wide range of curricula, including Cambridge Upper Primary and Lower Secondary, IB (PYP), IEB and CAPS, making her well-suited to guide students through local and international standards. She has successfully supported learners in subjects such as English, Mathematics, History, Geography, and Afrikaans, as well as in preparing for exams like IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge English, and IEB assessments.

Known for her integrative, inclusive, and effective teaching style, she combines creativity with structure. She is confident, empathetic, and determined, creating a supportive yet goal-driven environment for her students. With advanced digital skills, she makes use of interactive whiteboards, media resources, and online platforms to keep lessons engaging, practical, and hands-on.

Beyond academics, Inez is passionate about developing the whole learner. She incorporates elements of life skills, leadership, mindfulness, and wellbeing into her sessions, helping students grow in resilience, self-expression, and real-world application of their knowledge.

📚 Subjects

• Mathematics (Gr 4–7) — conceptual understanding, problem-solving, exam prep
• English & Afrikaans (Gr 4–7) — reading comprehension, writing, language structures
• Social Sciences (Gr 4–7) — History & Geography with source work and map skills
• English as a Foreign Language (Young Learners) — TEFL & TEYL support

📝 Teaching Approach

• Project-based & experiential learning: field trips, historical reenactments, primary-source analysis
• Flipped classroom: learners “teach back” to deepen mastery and engagement
• Tech-enhanced lessons: interactive tools and visuals to scaffold difficult concepts
• Differentiation & intervention: targeted support that has turned around underperformance
• Real-world tasks: class-built “mini museums,” explorer diary/map projects, and NMU science expo participation

🎓Education and Certifications

• BEd (Intermediate & Senior Phase) — University of South Africa (UNISA), 2013–2017
• Majors: Languages (English/Afrikaans) & Psychology; also studied Mathematics and Social Sciences
• TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) — The TEFL Academy (Cape Town), 2022
• TEYL (Teaching English to Young Learners) — The TEFL Academy (Cape Town), 2023