Oloyede Ruth

A passionate Yoruba language educator and cultural advocate dedicated to preserving and promoting Yoruba heritage through innovative and accessible teaching. With several years of experience in curriculum design, online instruction, and cultural consulting, I combine traditional Yoruba knowledge with modern pedagogical approaches. I am also a certified TEFL teacher with verified teaching records, equipped with the expertise to teach languages effectively to both native and nonnative speakers across diverse cultural settings.

Founder / Yoruba Language Instructor at Yorubalasawa Learning (2021-01 – Present)

Founded and operating an online Yoruba language learning platform for local and international students.

• Teach Yoruba language and culture to local and international students through online classes.
• Create digital learning materials including flashcards, pronunciation guides, and interactive lessons.
• Manage AE Learning Yoruba language content for children and adults.
• Organise cultural workshops focused on Yoruba greetings, oral traditions, and heritage studies.

Yoruba Language Content Developer at AE Learning Project (2022 – Present)

Designing structured Yoruba curriculum and educational content for students in the UK.

• Designed structured Yoruba curriculum and visual aids for Junior Secondary School students in the UK.
• Adapted Yoruba textbooks to meet British educational standards.
• Developed lesson plans, assessments, and pronunciation activities using British English conventions.

Language & Cultural Consultant at Freelance (2021 – 2022)

Provided freelance Yoruba language and cultural consultation services.

• Provided Yoruba conversational coaching and pronunciation training.
• Supported international students and researchers in Yoruba linguistic and cultural studies.

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Yoruba Studies – Osun State University (2018 – 2023)

Senior Secondary School Certificate in WAEC – Sheik Ibrahim College (2018)

TEFL Certificate and Teachers Record in Teaching English as a Foreign Language – International Open Academy (2024)