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        "Assisted with classroom organisation, learning activities, and children’s daily routines while promoting independence and positive social interactions in a classroom of up to 20 students with differentiated educational needs.",
        "Taught a child with behavioral difficulties to manage his emotions, helping them utilize breathing techniques to stay calm and express themselves using basic phrases. Additionally, supported a non-verbal child with autism by teaching them to communicate effectively through pointing and other available skills."
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      "startDate": "2007",
      "endDate": "2013",
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        "Provided personalised academic support to children through tailored lessons designed around individual learning needs and goals",
        "Supported improvements in literacy, numeracy, confidence, and independent learning skills",
        "Developed strong relationships with learners and families, providing feedback and guidance to support continued progress"
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      "location": "Ezulwini, Swaziland",
      "startDate": "2012",
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      "location": "Malunge Township, Mbabane, Swaziland",
      "startDate": "2014",
      "endDate": "2021",
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        "Designed and delivered engaging Grade R programmes that prepared learners for formal schooling through play-based, inquiry-led, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences",
        "Created a stimulating learning environment that promoted early literacy, numeracy, communication, creativity, and independence",
        "Developed differentiated activities to support diverse learning abilities, ensuring each child received appropriate challenge and support",
        "Implemented phonics, language development, and early reading strategies to strengthen children’s confidence and school readiness",
        "Used observation and assessment to track individual progress and adapt teaching strategies to meet developmental needs",
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      "location": "Vientiane",
      "startDate": "2025-08",
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        "Redesigned and enhanced the Foundation 2 English curriculum for 23 L2 English learners, incorporating targeted vocabulary development, phonics, reading activities, and language-rich learning experiences",
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      "startDate": "1995",
      "endDate": "1999"
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      "institution": "Leicester College (UK)",
      "degree": "CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Child Care and Education (incomplete)",
      "startDate": "2005",
      "endDate": "2006"
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      "institution": "Mind Moves Institute",
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      "startDate": "2018"
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      "institution": "Emlalatini Development Centre",
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