Jaya Mirchandani
Mission Bay ,AUK
Summary
Compassionate educator with experience in crafting personalized lesson plans and conducting ESOL instruction. Known for patience and empathy, successfully engaging diverse learners and enhancing their confidence and academic performance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Tutoring Tutor
English (Yr 1-Yr 7) Maths (Yr 1 - Yr 4)
Eastern Bays Suburbs, Auckland
10.2024 - Current
- Crafted tailored lesson plans for English and Math students across Year 1 to Year 7.
- Conducted ESOL lessons for international visiting students at St. Thomas's School from Hong Kong.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and support strategies.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and preferences.
- Motivated struggling learners by providing positive reinforcement.
- Implemented effective strategies for vocabulary and grammar mastery.
- Built student confidence through positive reinforcement.
- Provided feedback to students on their strengths, weaknesses, and progress.
- Tutored Year 10 student from Glendowie College in English
Teacher's Assistant
Orakei School
Orakei, Auckland
03.2020 - Current
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Supported students with individual learning needs through personalized assistance.
- Supervised student behavior during lessons and recreational activities.
- Collaborated with staff to create inclusive educational experiences for all students.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching strategies.
- Prepared educational resources and teaching aids for effective lessons.
- Conducted one-on-one and small group lessons to help students master concepts.
- Implemented intensive Reading Recovery program for struggling young readers since 2020.
Working with Neuro Diverse Kids
Orakei School
Orakei, Auckland
03.2020 - Current
- Effectively working with neurodiverse kids by prioritizing clear communication and understanding their unique needs.
- Create a supportive and predictable environment by offering clear routines, managing sensory input, and validating their feelings, which helps build confidence and self-esteem.
- Worked on allowing more time to process information, and use repetition and revision continuously.
- I have worked with kids who are on different spectrums, like the autism spectrum disorder.
- Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.
- Learning disabilities, such as dyslexia and OCD,
- Sensory processing issues.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts (BA) - English Language And Literature
MSU University
Vadodara, Gujarat, India04-1993
Skills
- Lesson planning
- ESOL instruction
- Educational resource preparation
- Classroom management
- Inclusive education practices
- Clear communication
- Student motivation
- Special needs understanding
- Patience and empathy
- Cross-cultural design
- Online learning platforms
- Flexible working hours
- Calm demeanor
- Growth mindset
- On-demand tutoring
Affiliations
Yoga, Meditation and self learning courses.
Timeline
Home Tutoring Tutor
English (Yr 1-Yr 7) Maths (Yr 1 - Yr 4)
10.2024 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Orakei School
03.2020 - Current
Working with Neuro Diverse Kids
Orakei School
03.2020 - Current
Bachelor Of Arts (BA) - English Language And Literature
MSU University