SHALENDRA PRASAD
Otahuhu,AUK
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at the Ministry of Education, excelling in lesson planning and classroom management. Successfully motivated students through innovative teaching strategies and technology integration, fostering an inclusive environment. Recognized for enhancing student engagement and performance, while effectively communicating with parents to support academic success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary School Teacher
Ministry Of Education
Nadi, Nadi
01.2007 - 12.2025
- Developed lesson plans that aligned with curriculum standards and student needs.
- Facilitated engaging classroom discussions to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects that fostered critical thinking.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and provided constructive feedback.
- Organized extracurricular activities to promote student involvement and community engagement.
- Maintained a positive classroom environment that encouraged respect and inclusivity among students.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and classroom updates.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student performance and behavior issues.
- Utilized technology in the classroom to facilitate interactive lessons and activities.
- Motivated underperforming students by providing personalized feedback on their work.
- Monitored student progress through assessments, tests, and grading assignments.
- Attended professional development courses related to teaching methods.
- Created lesson plans that met state curriculum standards while also being engaging and relevant to students.
- Collaborated with other teachers, administrators and parents to ensure student success.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators.
Automotive Technician
Vijays Supreme Automotive
01.2021 - 01.2024
- General vehicle servicing
- General mechanical works
- Automotive electrical lighting system
- Diagnosing and repairing Hybrid vehicles.
Automotive Technician
Ravineel’s Electrical and Mechanical Services
01.2020 - 01.2024
- General mechanical and technical works on all types of vehicles
- Bodywork and panel beating
- Change of vehicle windscreens and door glass
- Overall vehicle servicing
Head of School (Engineering)
Technical College of Fiji
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Head of school for more than 100 students. Primary responsibilities included student discipline, attendance, instructional supervision, and staff evaluation.
- Assisted the school Head of Campus in evaluating and documenting staff proficiency and goal accomplishment progress and offering feedback to staff members.
- Successfully conduct community outreach and awareness to enroll students for full time and short course program. Campus Open Day/Week is organized for secondary school students and general public for enrolment of students.
- Effectively consult and create a long term industry for students Industrial Attachment and employability.
- Acted as a mentor to teachers who need guidance or direction and also provided reinforcement and praised to those who meet or exceed expectations.
- Monitored effectively OHS compliance for safety at the campus.
Technical Vocational School
01.2007 - 01.2020
- Did practical and assessment in Automotive Mechanical with students.
Education
Certificate - Occupational Health And Safety at work Module 3 & 4
University of South Pacific
01.2020
Certificate - Child Protection Module
Fiji National University
01.2020
Certificate - Occupational Health and Safety at Work Module 1,2,3 & 4
Ministry of Education
01.2018
Certificate - Basic First Aid Training
Ministry of Education
01.2018
Certificate - Hybrid Electric Vehicle Technology and Service Requirements
Technical College of Fiji
01.2018
Assessor Certificate -
The Fiji Higher Education Commission
01.2017
Certificate - Knowledge of Water Fitter
Technical College of Fiji
01.2016
Trade Certificate - Light Motor Vehicle
Fiji Institute of Technology
01.2004
Certificate - Automotive Electrical / Electronic
Fiji Institute of Technology
01.2004
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Assessment strategies
- Technology integration
- Student motivation
- Curriculum development
- Educational research
- Teaching strategies
- Parent-teacher communication
- Performance motivation
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 08/23/83
References
- Mr. Timoci Waqanibau, Head of Nadi Campus, Technical College of Fiji, t2drau@hotmail.com, +679 9238112
- Mr. Prashmil Nand, HOD Industrial Arts, Nawai Secondary School, nandprashmil@yahoo.com, +679 9778392
Project Management Experience
- Responsible for delivering projects against agreed scope, budget, and schedule & customer expectation.
- Doing this whilst supervising directing and motivating teams of multi-discipline contractors and employees.
- Monitoring staff & team performance.
- Experience of working in multi-vendor environments with good conflict management and prioritization skills.
- Manage technical process and resolve technical issues and ability to understand and document project requirements and dependencies.
- Excellent documentation & report writing skills, marketing and finance systems.
- Demonstrated ability to work with and support cross-functional project teams.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Academic Teaching Experience
- 2022 - 2025, Cuvu College
- 2016, Technical College of Fiji (FNU)
- 2015, Pandit Vishnu Deo Memorial College
- 2012, Sabeto College
- 2011, BA Provincial Free Bird College
- 2009, Votualevu College
- 2007, Nadi College
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Vijays Supreme Automotive
01.2021 - 01.2024
Automotive Technician
Ravineel’s Electrical and Mechanical Services
01.2020 - 01.2024
Head of School (Engineering)
Technical College of Fiji
01.2017 - 01.2021
Secondary School Teacher
Ministry Of Education
01.2007 - 12.2025
Technical Vocational School
01.2007 - 01.2020
Certificate - Occupational Health And Safety at work Module 3 & 4
University of South Pacific
Certificate - Child Protection Module
Fiji National University
Certificate - Occupational Health and Safety at Work Module 1,2,3 & 4
Ministry of Education
Certificate - Basic First Aid Training
Ministry of Education
Certificate - Hybrid Electric Vehicle Technology and Service Requirements
Technical College of Fiji
Assessor Certificate -
The Fiji Higher Education Commission
Certificate - Knowledge of Water Fitter
Technical College of Fiji
Trade Certificate - Light Motor Vehicle
Fiji Institute of Technology
Certificate - Automotive Electrical / Electronic
Fiji Institute of Technology