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Shaista
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R263/h
1st lesson free
- English
- Reading
- Literacy
- English Literature
- Oral expression
Published writer and playwright with 12 years of facilitation experience is looking to help others succeed with their learning! Love to work collaboratively to find out what each student needs!
- English
- Reading
- Literacy
- English Literature
- Oral expression
Lesson location
About Shaista
I inspire confidence by fostering a welcoming, supportive, and engaging learning environment where every student feels seen and valued. My approach prioritizes storytelling, critical reflection, and personal agency, helping students connect deeply with the material and develop their own voices. My legitimacy comes from a strong foundation in equitable, accessible, and decolonized education. I challenge traditional hierarchies, creating a collaborative and evolving learning experience that empowers students to take ownership of their growth. My experience working with diverse communities ensures my teaching is relevant, adaptable, and meaningful. Professionalism is at the core of my practice. I provide structured, well-prepared lessons while maintaining the flexibility to adapt to students’ needs. Clear communication, mutual respect, and high standards define my teaching, ensuring a space where students feel confident, capable, and inspired to learn and create.
About the lesson
- Primary
- Secondary
- Matric/GCSE
- +8
levels :
Primary
Secondary
Matric/GCSE
AS Level
A Level
BTech
Adult education
Masters
Doctorate
Other
MBA
- English
Languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My methodology is rooted in storytelling, personal agency, and collective learning. I prioritize equity, accessibility, and decolonized practices, ensuring students engage with material through lived experiences and critical reflection.
Sessions begin with personal storytelling or prompts, followed by dialogue, and end with reflections or actionable steps.
What sets me apart is a commitment to empowering students, particularly those from marginalized backgrounds. I like to challenge traditional hierarchies in education, emphasizing learning as a shared, evolving process rather than a rigid structure.
Lessons are designed for artists, educators, and individuals engaged in social change, spanning various experience levels. I welcome those interested in exploring identity, power, and storytelling as tools for transformation.
Rates
Rate
- R263
Package rates
- 5h: R1315
- 10h: R2630
online
- R263/h
free lesson
The free first lesson with Shaista allows you to get to know the tutor and discuss your needs and expectations.
- 1h
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