Iris ZHU
Summary
Organised, hardworking, enthusiastic person of 2 years+ work experience in administration and 5 years experience in New Zealand education sector, seeking to come back to work after taking time off for family reasons.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Qualified Relieving Teacher
Jitbug Education
03.2023 - Current
- Greeted children, parents, and teachers from different early childhood education centres.
- Provided centre tours and general introductions for visitors.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- 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.
Teacher
Beststart Educare
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Worked closely with colleagues to bond respectful relationships with children and parents.
- Provided weekly written reports of children.
- Organised various events for different cultural backgrounds.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviours.
- Communicated with parents and the whole team to plan for children's learning.
Co-ordinator
Bank of Shanghai
07.2014 - 09.2016
- Processed and provided credit-card applications on a case-by-case basis according to banking regulations.
- Answered calls and emails to customers and branches/agents about credit card applications and complaints.
- Liaised with branches and marketing team to give advice about developing policies and regulations.
- Took minutes when attending meetings internally and also with contract companies.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Admin Intern
L'oreal Group R&I center
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Helped manage fixed assets, including raising purchasing orders and maintaining fixed asset register.
- Used internal systems and processes to support financial controller in monthly reporting analysis.
Education
Graduate Diploma of Teaching -
New Zealand Tertiary College
08.2018
Bachelor of Business -
University of Technology Sydney
06.2014
Bachelor of Economics -
Shanghai University
06.2014
Skills
- Microsoft Office Expertise
- Effective communication
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Multitasking and Time Management
- Organisational and Planning skills
Volunteer Experience
Russley Playcentre
02/2023- current
- Welcomed and gave introductions to new families and visitors.
- Attended centre meetings and contributed to centre plans.
- Printed out and filed centre documents monthly.
- Collected donations for centre rummage sale and helped on the rummage sale day.
Shanghai University Badminton Club
01/2011- 07/2012
- Organised games for badminton lovers within university and among different colleges.
- Arranged club meetings fortnightly.
- Developed and maintained partnerships with our club sponsors.
Shanghai Science and Technology Museum
01/2011
- Greeted and welcomed tourists coming into the museum.
- Did introduction and explanations for guests at the 'Arctic Area'.
References
- Jing Tang, Beststart Wairakei, Supervisor, 021 2241118
- Judith Berry, Beststart Wairakei, Head Teacher, 027 4523820
- Carolyn Varley, Russley play centre, President, 022 6781248
Hobbies and Interests
- Travelling
- Listening to music
- Playing the piano
- Playing badminton
- Playing tennis
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Qualified Relieving Teacher
Jitbug Education
03.2023 - Current
Teacher
Beststart Educare
01.2018 - 12.2021
Co-ordinator
Bank of Shanghai
07.2014 - 09.2016
Admin Intern
L'oreal Group R&I center
01.2013 - 01.2014
Graduate Diploma of Teaching -
New Zealand Tertiary College
Bachelor of Business -
University of Technology Sydney
Bachelor of Economics -
Shanghai University
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