Kavitah Kavi

Academic leader and TESL educator with over 10 years of experience in higher education and international schools. Experienced in programme management, curriculum development, academic quality assurance, lecturer supervision, assessment design, and English language instruction across foundation, undergraduate, and international programmes. Proven ability to lead academic initiatives, manage curriculum implementation, support accreditation requirements, and foster student success.

Skilled in IELTS, Cambridge English, CEFR-aligned teaching, and technology-enhanced learning.

Head of Program (TESL) & TESL Lecturer at CITY University Malaysia (2025-06 – Present)

• Lead the Bachelor of Education (TESL) programme, ensuring effective curriculum planning and delivery.
• Coordinate programme operations, academic planning, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in curriculum review and programme enhancement aligned with institutional standards.
• Deliver undergraduate TESL modules through lectures, tutorials, and student-centred learning approaches.
• Design course outlines, learning materials, assessment rubrics, assignments, and examination papers.
• Provide academic advising and constructive feedback to support student achievement.
• Support academic quality assurance activities and programme documentation.
• Participate in departmental meetings and curriculum development initiatives.
• Contribute to institutional academic improvement projects.

Head of EAL & English Teacher at REAL Private and International School (2024-01 – 2024-04)

• Led the English as an Additional Language (EAL) department.
• Ensured that students are trained and equipped sufficiently to progress to tertiary institutions by planning and implementing a suitable curriculum.
• Ensured the professional duties of all EAL teachers within the school are fulfilled.
• Planned, allocated, supported, and evaluated work undertaken by teams within the school, ensuring clear delegation of tasks.
• Responsible for student retention and supported the marketing department in promoting the EAL & ELLA program to prospects.

English Lecturer at Kolej Yayasan UEM (2023-01 – 2023-10)

• Provided instruction on material evaluated in the listening, speaking, reading, and writing sections of the IELTS Academic exam preparations for A Levels.
• Provided and contributed to oral and written assessments, reports and references relating to individual students and groups of students.
• Prepared students for CAIE and British Council examinations.
• Assessed coursework, examinations, and academic performance.
• Guided students in preparing UK and US university personal statements.

First English Language Teacher at Paragon Private and International School (2021-07 – 2021-12)

• Taught First English Language (IGCSE) for Year 7 and Year 8 students.
• Conducted face-to-face and online classes (Hybrid Learning).
• Designed and developed formative and summative assessments.
• Assessed students' work and compiled students' results.
• Monitored and reported students' performance and progress.
• Implemented appropriate follow-up actions, e.g. remedial lessons, counselling.

English Lecturer at Asia Pacific University (2018-01 – 2019-12)

• Taught Intensive English Programme (IEP) for international students & IELTS for International Students.
• Conducted face-to-face lectures within the module outline set.
• Assessed students in the continuous assessment mode within the module.
• Prepared, graded and marked the module assignments and examination papers.
• Attended monthly teacher training.

Part-Time English Lecturer at Raffles University Iskandar (2017-01 – 2017-08)

• Taught Communication modules at the Foundation level, delivering structured lessons designed to build students' core competencies in verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Planned and conducted face-to-face lectures in alignment with the prescribed module outline, ensuring that learning objectives, course content, and instructional strategies met institutional standards.
• Developed and utilised a variety of teaching materials, including presentations, handouts, and interactive activities, to enhance student engagement and understanding.
• Facilitated classroom discussions, group work, and practical exercises to encourage active participation and critical thinking among students.

Cambridge English Teacher at Malayan Language Academy (2016-02 – 2016-12)

• Taught Cambridge English classes for PET, KET, Pre-Flyers, Movers and Starters.
• Delivered Cambridge English instruction across multiple proficiency levels, including PET, KET, Pre-Flyers, Movers, and Starters, ensuring alignment with Cambridge curriculum standards.
• Prepared students effectively for Cambridge English examinations by focusing on exam techniques, practice assessments, and targeted skill development.
• Conducted Business Communication and general English language lessons for adult learners, tailoring content to real-world professional and social contexts.

Part-Time English Lecturer at Wawasan Open University (2016-07 – 2016-12)

• Taught Communication for the workplace at the degree level (Open Distance Learning) and Business Communication.
• Used different types of instructional media to improve students' marks in assignments.
• Encouraged and monitored students in attaining social and personal goals.

English Lecturer at Metropoint College (2014-01 – 2014-12)

• Taught Business Communication and English.
• Enhanced Learners in Four Skills.
• Taught a 1-to-1 class for IELTS exam preparations.
• Developed and implemented educational plans.
• Prepared Mid-Year Exam, Quiz and Final Exam Questions.

Master of Education (TESL) in Teaching English as A Second Language – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) (2013-01 – 2015-12)

Bachelor of Education (HONS) in Language and Literature – Universiti Tun Abdul Razak (2009-01 – 2012-12)