Avepea Elisara
Auckland,AUK
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Manukau Institute Of Technology, Otara North Campus
09.2022 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Bartender Assistant
Rising Sun Bar
09.2012 - 03.2024
- Handled cash transactions accurately, maintaining proper accounting of sales figures.
- Stocked and maintained bar inventory, ensuring adequate supplies for busy shifts.
- Assisted in training new staff members on bar procedures and best practices, improving overall team performance.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering teamwork among staff members during high-pressure shifts.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently preparing and serving beverages in a timely manner.
Teacher
Fatugatitit Preschool
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Teacher Trainer
Lower Hutt City Childcare
06.2019 - 12.2020
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of teacher training programs using data-driven assessments, leading to continuous improvements in instructional practices.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Facilitated strong relationships between school administrators and teacher trainers through open communication channels and collaborative problem-solving approaches.
Special Needs Caregiver
Family Home
05.2019 - 12.2020
- Provided emotional support to enhance well-being and coping skills.
- Worked with individuals with special needs to increase social skills and independence.
- Ensured safety at all times by monitoring environments closely for potential hazards or challenges related to individual conditions or limitations.
- Provided assistance to individuals with disabilities by helping with activities of daily living.
- Maintained clean and organized living spaces throughout duration of babysitting responsibilities.
- Built trust with both parents and children by consistently demonstrating professionalism, punctuality, and dependability throughout each babysitting assignment.
Logistics Team Member
Fliway Logistics
02.2015 - 01.2017
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Facilitated open communication between team members and management, fostering a transparent work environment that promoted accountability and trust.
- Collaborated with shipping department staff to facilitate smooth materials returns to correct vendors.
- Developed and executed logistics plans for successful project completion, ensuring on-time deliveries and customer satisfaction.
- Established performance metrics to track team progress toward goals regularly while identifying areas requiring improvement or growth opportunities consistently.
- Continuously updated knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements to ensure the company remained competitive within the marketplace while maintaining compliance with all applicable rules or standards.
Checkout Operator
PAK'nSAVE Sylvia Park
02.2007 - 12.2007
- Maintained a clean and organized checkout area, ensuring a positive shopping experience for patrons.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Provided exceptional service to customers, promptly addressing concerns and answering inquiries.
- Actively listened to customer needs, recommending appropriate products or services when necessary.
- Collaborated with team members to manage long lines during peak hours, streamlining the checkout process for all customers.
Deli Assistant
Foodtown
04.2005 - 03.2006
- Assisted with training new employees on deli procedures, helping maintain a consistent level of service across all staff members.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Utilized safe food handling techniques when preparing, storing, and displaying products to reduce waste and minimize risk of contamination.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operation of the deli department.
- Provided excellent customer service through active listening and addressing customer needs promptly.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
Junior Hairstylist
Synergy Salon
03.2010 - 05.2010
- Contributed to team success by supporting fellow stylists during peak hours or when faced with challenging tasks.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring adequate stock levels of salon supplies and products for daily operations.
- Developed strong time management skills, allowing for efficient completion of tasks in a fast-paced salon environment.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment in accordance with state regulations, promoting overall salon health and safety.
- Resolved guest complaints about service or style.
- Counted and documented opening and closing cash amounts daily.
Education
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education -
Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, NZ05.2022
NCEA LEVEL 1/2/3
Otahuhu College
Auckland, NZ12.2007
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Growth Mindset
- Collaborative learning
- Child Development
- Fluent in Samoa
Family oriented, Travel, cooking, baking
All these hobbies I enjoy in my spare time
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Samoan
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher
Manukau Institute Of Technology, Otara North Campus
09.2022 - Current
Teacher
Fatugatitit Preschool
01.2022 - 08.2022
Teacher Trainer
Lower Hutt City Childcare
06.2019 - 12.2020
Special Needs Caregiver
Family Home
05.2019 - 12.2020
Logistics Team Member
Fliway Logistics
02.2015 - 01.2017
Bartender Assistant
Rising Sun Bar
09.2012 - 03.2024
Junior Hairstylist
Synergy Salon
03.2010 - 05.2010
Checkout Operator
PAK'nSAVE Sylvia Park
02.2007 - 12.2007
Deli Assistant
Foodtown
04.2005 - 03.2006
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education -
Victoria University of Wellington
NCEA LEVEL 1/2/3
Otahuhu College
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