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)