Grace Asaua
Dunedin,OTA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Mentor Volunteer
Va'a O Tautai - Centre For Pacific Health
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Participated in volunteer orientations and training sessions to learn about organizational changes and mission updates.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
After-school Tutor
Siblings And Neighbors
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
Babysitter
Neighbors & Associates
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
University of Otago
Dunedin, NZ07.2025
Foundation Science Certificate - Science
University of Otago Pathway
Dunedin, NZ02.2022
Foundation Certificate -
National University of Samoa
Apia, Samoa11.2020
High School Diploma -
Robert Louis Stevenson Secondary School
Apia, Samoa11.2019
Skills
- Community Service
- Volunteer Tasking
- Constructive Feedback
- Empathetic Approach
- Effective Leadership
- Social Skills
Accomplishments
Achieved the Manaaki Scholarship to study in the University of Otago.
Hobbies
I enjoy playing instruments focusing mainly on the guitar and ukulele and not forgetting my voice in which I use to sing. I also love taking time to read and journal which really keeps me motivated. Not forgetting taking long walks that leads me on new adventures.
Languages
Samoan
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Mentor Volunteer
Va'a O Tautai - Centre For Pacific Health
02.2023 - Current
After-school Tutor
Siblings And Neighbors
02.2021 - 05.2021
Babysitter
Neighbors & Associates
02.2021 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
University of Otago
Foundation Science Certificate - Science
University of Otago Pathway
Foundation Certificate -
National University of Samoa
High School Diploma -
Robert Louis Stevenson Secondary School
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