Alla

Alla is a dedicated and experienced educator based in Johannesburg, South Africa, with more than 22 years of private tutoring experience. As a qualified high school teacher specialising in Mathematics, Physical Sciences (Physics and Chemistry), and French, Alla has supported learners across different grades, curricula, and learning needs.
Throughout her career, she has worked with diverse groups of students, including expatriate families, helping them strengthen foundational skills, build confidence, and achieve academic success. Her teaching approach is patient, structured, and focused on developing understanding rather than memorisation. Alla believes that every learner can excel with the right guidance, encouragement, and targeted practice.
He is retiring from full-time teaching at the end of 2025 and will be fully available for tutoring from January 2026, offering both online and in-person lessons.

Willing to travel: Home Only

Experience: High School Mathematics & Science Teacher
Johannesburg, South Africa – 20+ years
• Taught Mathematics, Physical Sciences (Physics and Chemistry), and Technology to high school learners.
• Designed lesson plans, assessments, and remediation strategies aligned with curriculum standards.
• Supported diverse learners, including those needing extension, reinforcement, or learning-support interventions.
• Prepared Grade 12 learners for final examinations and improved pass rates through structured revision programs.
• Mentored students in study skills, time management, and exam preparation techniques.
Private Tutor – Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry & French
Johannesburg, South Africa – 22 years (ongoing)
• Provided one-on-one and small-group tutoring to students from various educational backgrounds, including international and expatriate families.
• Delivered tailored lessons for CAPS, Cambridge, IEB, and other international school systems.
• Helped struggling learners improve results through targeted concepts, practice exercises, and personalised study plans.
• Successfully supported learners preparing for entrance tests, mid-year reviews, and final examinations.
• Offered French language tutoring for beginners to intermediate learners, focusing on grammar, reading, and conversational skills.
• Built strong communication with parents to provide progress updates and learning strategies.
Special Skills & Strengths
• Strong ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
• Skilled in identifying learning gaps and designing targeted interventions.
• Patient, encouraging, and experienced in working with learners of different personalities and motivations.
• Flexible and highly experienced with online tutoring platforms and digital tools.