Joshua Gallant, English Teacher

Joshua, a South African currently residing in Cape Town, holds a Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communication Design and a 120-hour TEFL/TESOL certificate. Commencing his teaching journey with Bridge in October 2023, Joshua’s teaching philosophy centers on active communication, real-life situations, and personalized instruction tailored to each student’s unique needs and learning style. Cultivating cultural awareness, he incorporates engaging materials and contextualizes grammar and vocabulary. Emphasizing the value of errors as learning opportunities, Joshua fosters a motivating and enjoyable learning environment, with regular practice and assessments guiding the learning process. Integrating his cultural background into lessons, Joshua shares stories, music, and traditions while encouraging students to explore their own cultures, creating a diverse and inclusive learning space. Employing interactive activities, games, multimedia resources, and technology, Joshua ensures lessons are fun and interesting, while his enthusiasm and humor contribute to a positive and engaging learning experience for students.