Camila Tousoon
Manurewa,AUK
Summary
Empathetic first-year counselling student with hands-on experience as a learning assistant for neurodiverse learners. Proficient in building rapport, active listener and crisis management. Committed to improving student mental well-being and fostering academic resilience. Currently seeking school-based placement for second year of bachelor's in applied counselling.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Accounts Administrator
021Karpet Limited
, AUCKLAND
10.2010 - Current
- Manage accounts payable and receivable processes
- Prepare financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and statement of cash flows.
- Review sales or activity reports to measure productivity.
- Prepare and submit business tax forms.
- Manage legal documents for business operations.
- Review purchase documents and company receipts for reconciliation with statements.
- Perform accounting, payroll and bookkeeping services to manage business operations.
Learning Assistant
Finlayson Park School
Manurewa, AUCKLAND
05.2022 - 01.2026
- Supported neurodivergent learners in managing daily tasks and challenges
- Facilitated small group discussions fostering student engagement and enhancing understanding of subject materials.
- Monitored student progress and provided actionable feedback to teachers, enabling targeted support for individual learning needs.
- Guided students with learning challenges through tailored instruction and motivational support, fostering improved academic confidence and performance.
- Conducted tailored one-on-one tutoring for students needing enhanced support in various academic areas.
- Assessed student understanding of course material through formative assessments such as quizzes, surveys, or other activities.
- Tracked student progress and supported students and teachers in problem resolution.
- Collaborated with special education staff to support diverse learning needs.
- Organized educational materials and resources for students.
- Participated in professional development activities to stay current with best practices in education.
- Facilitated social interactions among diverse students, to enhance peer relationships.
Education
Bachelors in Applied Counselling -
Manukau Institute of Technology
Auckland, NZ01-2026
Diploma in Child & Youth Counselling -
The Career Academy
Auckland, NZ11-2022
Certificate in Business Management Level 4 -
Adventure Education
05-2011
Skills
- Active listening
- Relationship building
- Confidentiality management
- Diversity awareness
- Effective communication
- Crisis Intervention
- Behaviour and self-regulation support
- Collaborative teamwork
Timeline
Learning Assistant
Finlayson Park School
05.2022 - 01.2026
Owner/Accounts Administrator
021Karpet Limited
10.2010 - Current
Bachelors in Applied Counselling -
Manukau Institute of Technology
Diploma in Child & Youth Counselling -
The Career Academy
Certificate in Business Management Level 4 -
Adventure Education