Palesa
Visited 3 days ago
Palesa
Community Tutor![]()
Teaches
Xhosa
Native
Speaks
English
Native
Other
I am a vibrant native Xhosa tutor with over 5 years experience tutoring languages.
Teaches
Xhosa
Native
Speaks
English
Native
Other
I am a vibrant native Xhosa tutor with over 5 years experience tutoring languages.
From South AfricaLiving in Other, South Africa (16:47 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Aug 21, 2024Interest topicFilms & TV SeriesMusicFoodArtWriting
I am Palesa, a Bachelor of Arts Graduate with majors in Journalism and media studies, Sociology and IsiXhosa. I have a 120 hour TEFL certificate and over 5 years language-tutoring experience. I am a bubbly, fun and creative individual and love talking to and meeting people from all over the world. I love reading novels, coloring-in and travel.Me as a Teacher
Imagine learning IsiXhosa with a tutor who’s as passionate as a storyteller and as enthusiastic as a friend! That's me! I bring a burst of energy to every lesson, making sure our time together is not just educational but also a delightful adventure. Whether you're unraveling the beauty of IsiXhosa sounds or diving into its rich cultural nuances, I'm here to guide you with a big smile and lots of encouragement.
My teaching style is all about fun and engagement. Think of our lessons as a lively chat where you can feel free to express yourself, ask questions, and even laugh at my silly language games. With personalized lesson plans tailored just for you, we’ll celebrate every little victory.My lessons & teaching style
My IsiXhosa lessons are dynamic and engaging, tailored to each student's unique needs and goals. I emphasize an interactive and communicative approach, encouraging active participation to build confidence and fluency. By focusing on real-life conversations and practical language usage, I help students develop the skills they need to communicate effectively in various situations.
I customize lesson plans to match each student's learning preferences, strengths, and areas for improvement. This personalized approach ensures that every lesson is relevant and impactful, making learning both enjoyable and effective.My teaching material
- Flashcards
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Image files
- PDF file
- Quizzes
- Text Documents
Education
2018 - 2021
Bachelor’s - IsiXhosa and Journalism and media studiesI completed my Bachelor of Arts qualification in 2021 where my majors in IsiXhosa, Journalism and media studies and Sociology.
5.0
Rating
5
Students
13
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
94%
Response
Xhosa Lessons
Trial Lesson
3 lessons completed
USD 6.00+
Beginner Xhosa Phrases: Greetings and simple basic phrases
A1Language Essentials10 lessons completed
USD 6.00+
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
2 Reviews
Joss
3 Xhosa lessons
Palesa is a brilliant teacher. She moves slow enough so I can keep up and keeps it interesting with personal stories.
Nov 8, 2024
Ryette Dempsey
3 Xhosa lessons
It’s great to actually get cultural background whilst learning a language. She is a very easy person to talk to and the way she teaches make learning feel more natural.
Oct 25, 2024
Trial Lesson
USD 6.00
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