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Charlotte Kan

Charlotte Kan

Auckland,New Zealand

Summary

Entry-level second year teaching professional with solid multitasking, time management and communication skills combined with unwavering passion and devotion to student success. Familiar with different instructional approaches and technology options used in both intermediate and primary classrooms to encourage student success and integrated learning. Knowledgeable about curricula, lesson planning and individual student mentoring approaches. Motivated Student Teacher currently pursuing Bachelors degree in Teaching. Driven by a student-centred approach, I aim to help students develop skills and learn at appropriate and comfortable pace. Fluent in English, currently learning Te Reo Māori, Cantonese and Mandarin. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Confident with creating emails, contacting clients and family members while building a positive rapport. Strong work ethic and motivation to meet long term goals, including personal and strategic success. Active around different communities in New Zealand, with sports and music as a positive hobbies within my lifestyle.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Classroom Teacher

Sacred Heart College
01.2024 - Current
  • Homeroom teacher of Year 7 boys.
  • Teacher of English, Social Studies, Mathematics, Health, Physical Education, Religious Education and Te Reo Māori.
  • Supervision and Coaching of Tag Rugby, Badminton and Service.
  • Coach of Rugby.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
  • Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Established clear expectations for behaviour and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioural and academic issues.
  • Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and improve teaching methods.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster an open and supportive school community.
  • Planned and coached different sports teams to take to competitions and interzone days.
  • Supervised and collaborated in a team environment for different year level camps.
  • Substituted for colleagues during release periods in Year 7 - Year 13 classrooms.

Volunteer/Social Worker

St Vincent De Paul Society
02.2017 - 12.2024
  • Organized and managed events and projects as part of community support services.
  • Engaged in community outreach to aid program mission centered on community support and enrichment.
  • Met with other volunteers and program leaders to discuss new service opportunities.
  • Coordinated food, clothing and household items for disadvantaged individuals and families.

Reliever / Substitute Teacher

Beach Haven Primary School
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

Front of House Manager

Tommy Guns Barbershop
02.2023 - 12.2023
  • Managed day-to-day FOH operations to drive quality, standards and meet customer expectations.
  • Performed cash handling activities and secured nightly bank deposits.
  • Maintained positive team environment by encouraging teamwork and respect in accordance with company mission.
  • Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on needs and preferences.
  • Used internal software to process reservations, check-ins and check-outs.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.

Regular Babysitter

Barcelli Family
02.2021 - 12.2023
  • Accompanied children to parks and remained in attendance for child safety.
  • Demonstrated empathy and kindness to display positive character traits.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Fostered close relationships with children by asking about school, friends and hobbies.
  • Organized extracurricular schedules for sports and classes and provided safe transportation to different events.

Student Teacher

Northcote Primary School
02.2023 - 06.2023
  • Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
  • Modified approaches for target students using various instructional techniques and technologies.

Events and Security Supervisor/ Coordinator/Events and Security Supervisor/ Coordinator/Team Leader

Platform 4 Group
08.2017 - 03.2023
  • Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Developed team communications, and customer service.
  • Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Worked in busy environment, concerts, sporting events, and much more.
  • Developed recommendations to reduce hazards by improving gear, behaviors and procedures.
  • Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Maintained accurate records of all absences, truancy issues and disciplinary actions.
  • Input daily attendance information into office database for over 160 staff. Including creating rosters and R.A.Ts testing.

Weekend Receptionist

Radius Residential Care
07.2022 - 01.2023
  • Welcomed customers with friendly greeting, answered general questions, gathered nature of visit and directed to specific offices.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients and updated client records.
  • Managed multi-line phone system directing individuals to desired personnel and providing general information about operations.
  • Scanning residential medical and personal information into e-Case including archives.
  • Ensuring visitors and the elderly are feeling comfortable in their space.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Aggregated and prepared documentation and reports for office meetings, distribution and filing.
  • Supported various administrative duties by proofreading, transcribing and invoicing.

Student Teacher

Takapuna Normal Intermediate
07.2020 - 12.2021
  • Supported instructor with test administration, curriculum development and assignment grading.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Took over a class of 60 for 5 week on and off period, managing all classroom assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
  • Aligned instructional approaches with development levels of students to enhance individual learning.
  • Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
  • Had one-on-one sessions with struggling students to increase individual student success.
  • Stood in for teachers, checking lesson plans to provide consistent teaching to students.
  • Collaborated with teaching staff to devise and implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
  • Assisted students of all ability levels develop life-long learning skills and good study habits.
  • Helped teachers decorate and organize classrooms with age-specific decor and organization prior to classes starting.
  • Met with parents to discuss student behaviors and needs.
  • Provided group teaching in classroom setting, as well as individual student support.
  • Supported students outside of classroom environments by contributing to assemblies, athletic events and special performances.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

Casual Babysitter

Vanessa Avila
06.2021 - 07.2021
  • Talked to parents about any concerns or issues with children during babysitting.
  • Gave children medicine following parent instructions and medication dosing information.
  • Read books to children using fun voices and playful tones.
  • Enforced household rules to keep home safe and organized.

Student Teacher

Remuera Primary School
06.2018 - 07.2021
  • Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
  • Met with parents to discuss student behaviors and needs.

Student Teacher

Birkenhead Primary School
05.2021 - 06.2021
  • Stood in for teachers, checking lesson plans to provide consistent teaching to students.
  • Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
  • Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
  • Met with parents to discuss student behaviors and needs.
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Reviewed faculty handbooks, regional curricula and student guides to formulate deep understanding of duties and student expectations.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches.

Occasional Babysitter

Georgina
02.2021 - 05.2021
  • Balanced playtime and limited screen time to optimize types of stimulation and support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
  • Communicated with parents about daily activities and behaviors.

Supervisor (Casual)

Youthtown
05.2017 - 12.2020
  • Afterschool and Holiday Programme Supervisor. (Went to different schools, to pick up children and brought them back to our Youthtown site, had different activities, and made them afternoon tea. During holidays, we had arts, sports, science, cooking tasks as well as day trips.)

Cashier and Service Hand

Sidekicker
05.2017 - 02.2020
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Maintained cash drawer of $300 or more per shift.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.

Student Teacher

St Mary's Primary School
09.2017 - 09.2017
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
  • Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
  • Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.

Education

Bachelors in Teaching (Ed) - Education

University of Auckland
Auckland, AUK
07.2023

High School Diploma -

Carmel College
Auckland, AUK
12.2018

High School Diploma -

St Mary's College Ponsonby
Auckland, AUK
12.2017

Primary -

St Mary's Primary School
Auckland, AUK
12.2011

No Degree - Reception Class

Kristin School
Auckland, AUK
12.2005

Skills

  • Behaviour Management
  • Communication & Listening
  • Effective Teaching and Pedagogy
  • Student-Centered Learning Approaches
  • Differentiated Learning Techniques
  • Extracurricular activities
  • Relationship building
  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Parent and Student Communication
  • Student Rapport-Building
  • Sports Knowledge
  • Classroom management

Hobbies

  • Sports - Rugby, Tag, Touch, Hockey, Muay Thai and Kickboxing, Gym
  • Cooking & Baking
  • Music - Play piano
  • Crocheting & Sewing

Accomplishments

- ABRSM Practical Piano Exams up to Grade 7.

- ABRSM Theory Exams up to Grade 6.

- Royal Academy of Dance, Classical Ballet up to Grade 5.

- Tag Football (2017 Under 18 Girls Nationals, 2017 U18 Mix Junior Nationals, 2018 U18 Girls Oceania Cup, 2018 U18 Mix Junior Nationals, 2018 U21 Mix World Cup, 2019 U21 Mix Senior Nationals, 2020 Open Mix Senior Nationals, 2021 Open Mix Senior Nationals, 2025 Open Mix Senior Nations.

- Tag20 (2017 Open Mix Heritage Cup, 2018 Open Mix Oceania, 2019 Open Mix Oceania).

- Full License Drivers License

- Certificate of Approval

Timeline

Classroom Teacher

Sacred Heart College
01.2024 - Current

Reliever / Substitute Teacher

Beach Haven Primary School
09.2023 - 12.2023

Front of House Manager

Tommy Guns Barbershop
02.2023 - 12.2023

Student Teacher

Northcote Primary School
02.2023 - 06.2023

Weekend Receptionist

Radius Residential Care
07.2022 - 01.2023

Casual Babysitter

Vanessa Avila
06.2021 - 07.2021

Student Teacher

Birkenhead Primary School
05.2021 - 06.2021

Regular Babysitter

Barcelli Family
02.2021 - 12.2023

Occasional Babysitter

Georgina
02.2021 - 05.2021

Student Teacher

Takapuna Normal Intermediate
07.2020 - 12.2021

Student Teacher

Remuera Primary School
06.2018 - 07.2021

Student Teacher

St Mary's Primary School
09.2017 - 09.2017

Events and Security Supervisor/ Coordinator/Events and Security Supervisor/ Coordinator/Team Leader

Platform 4 Group
08.2017 - 03.2023

Supervisor (Casual)

Youthtown
05.2017 - 12.2020

Cashier and Service Hand

Sidekicker
05.2017 - 02.2020

Volunteer/Social Worker

St Vincent De Paul Society
02.2017 - 12.2024

Bachelors in Teaching (Ed) - Education

University of Auckland

High School Diploma -

Carmel College

High School Diploma -

St Mary's College Ponsonby

Primary -

St Mary's Primary School

No Degree - Reception Class

Kristin School

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