Hello There!
This is Yamkela Lusithi...

EdTech Practitioner | Full Stack Developer | Educator | Academic Researcher

Empowering Young Minds Through
Literacy, Research, and Innovation

I’m a dedicated Teacher and educational researcher blending creativity, research, and technology to build a love of learning.

📄 Digital Resume | CV 📄 Cover Letter

Teaching Experience

Volunteer Foundation Phase Teacher

Ndabankulu J.S.S | Eastern Cape

Jan 2024 – Dec 2024

Taught English and Literacy to Grade 3 learners using inquiry-based strategies.
Increased reading comprehension with differentiated phonics instruction.
Used Zoom and Google Classroom for blended teaching.
Adapted lessons based on one-on-one assessments.
Enhanced parent-teacher communication through WhatsApp newsletters.

Core Competencies

Literacy & Phonics Instruction
Inquiry-Based Learning
Individual Learner Support
Google Classroom, Zoom
Canva for Education
Digital Assessment Tools
Excellent Lesson Planning
Curriculum Alignment

Soft Skills

Effective Communication
Attentive Listening
Patience
Problem Solving
Empathy
Critical Thinking

Education

B.Ed Honours – University of Johannesburg, Expected in December 2026 (In Progress)

Fundamentals of English Grammar – UniAthena, Obtained in July 2025

AI in the 4IR – University of Johannesburg, Obtained in May 2025

120-Hour TEFL Certificate – Teacher Record, Obtained in August 2024

Bachelor of Education (Foundation Phase Teaching) – WSU, Graduated in May 2024

Contact Me

Email: lusithiyamkela@gmail.com

Alternate: yamkelalusithi1@gmail.com

Phone: +27 66 543 0254

Ask me anything here..