Wasim Rajah

Wasim Rajah is a 27-year-old educator from Johannesburg, South Africa, with a distinction in Bachelor of Education from Wits University, specializing in English,

Geography, and History. Passionate about teaching and dedicated to continuous professional development, he thrives on incorporating technology into the classroom to create a holistic learning environment. His love for sports, particularly cricket and soccer, along with his involvement in esports, reflects his commitment to teamwork and strategic thinking. He is eager to bring his experience and enthusiasm to a dynamic educational institution.

Lenasia Secondary School, Lenasia, Gauteng

English & Geography Teacher

• Develop and deliver lesson plans that align with the South

African Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement

(CAPS) for English.

• Teach a variety of South African and international literature, fostering critical analysis and appreciation of diverse voices.
• Enhance students’ reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills through interactive activities and assessments.
• Cultivate an inclusive and supportive classroom atmosphere that promotes student engagement and participation.
• Design formative and summative assessments that provide clear feedback on student performance, reporting to parents and guardians regularly.
• Implement geography lessons that adhere to the CAPS framework, covering physical geography, human geography, and environmental studies.
• Utilize local case studies and examples to connect geographical concepts to students' everyday lives and the

South African context.

• Teach map-reading and GIS skills, enabling students to analyze spatial data and geographic information.

January 2023 –

July 2023

The TEFL Academy

TEFL Level 5 Certification

January 2018 –

December 2021

University of the Witwatersrand

Bachelor of Education in SEN/FET (With Distinction)