Faith | English, Social Sciences & Mathematical Literacy Tutor for CAPS & IEB

English Home Language and English as a Second Language (ESL) Support

Faith is a dedicated and compassionateEnglish, Social Sciences & Mathematical Literacy Tutor for CAPS & IEBwith 5 years of teaching experience, supporting both school and university students across a range of learning needs. She holds a Bachelor of Social Science from the University of Cape Town, where she has also been actively involved in tutoring, mentoring, and academic support programmes.

Faith specialises inEnglish language development, with a strong focus onEnglish as a Second Language (ESL)learners. She works comfortably with both local and international students, helping them improve their communication skills, academic English, and overall confidence in using the language.

Her background in the Social Sciences allows her to support learners in understanding social contexts, critical thinking, and global issues, particularly within subjects that explore history, identity, inclusivity, and social responsibility.

📘 What Faith Teaches

• Mathematical Literacy
• English Home Language
• English First Additional Language
• English as a Second Language (ESL)
• Sociology – Social transformation, inclusivity, human rights, and social justice
• History and Global Studies

Faith supports learners to:

• Strengthen academic English and subject-specific language skills
• Improve conversational English and everyday communication
• Develop presentation skills and confidence in oral assessments
• Build confidence in speaking, listening, and comprehension
• Support homework planning and academic organisation
• Encourage critical thinking through discussion-based learning
• Study readiness for high school or university

🎓 Education & Training

• Bachelor of Social ScienceUniversity of Cape Town
• University Academic Tutor & Mentor (UCT)
• English Home Language, English First Additional Language, andEnglish as a Second Language (ESL)

🏆Awards & Academic Recognition

• Outstanding Tutor Leadership Award
• Mentorship Leadership Award
• UCT Plus Bronze Award (35 hours of role-modelling leadership through tutoring)
• Academic distinctions in Sociology courses
• Academic achievement award for GPA above 70%