Luisa Tuakoi
Glen Innes ,AUK
Summary
Malo e Lelei, my name is Luisa Tuakoi and I am 39 years old, happily married to my husband of 20 years and blessed with 6 beautiful children.
I am an experienced Teacher Aide for special needs students for the past two years in which multitasking and time managing as a kaitiakitanga carer, guardian, protector and conserver for my students. I am a friendly and approachable person with a can do attitude, I am reliable and can be trusted, organised and motivated. I am willing to test my limits to perform at my best and have the ability to cope well under pressure. I am resilient in ever changing environments with a desire to take on new challenges, a highly-motivated employee a diligent worker and determined to succeed at the very best of my potential.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Aide
Sommerville Special School in Glendowie School Satellite class
Glendowie , Auckland
02.2023 - Current
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Instructed students one on one in academic subjects such as math, reading, writing and art
- Participated in workshops and trainings to improve educational skills.
- Assisted teachers with classroom activities and instruction.
- Personal and hygiene care for highly dependent students.
Teacher Aide
Glen Innes School
Glen Innes, Auckland
06.2022 - 12.2022
Volunteer
CHT Royal Oak Retirement
Royal Oak, Auckland
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
- Participated in team-building exercises to strengthen relationships among volunteers.
- Set up games and food preparation for patients.
- Helped with preparation, set up, and breakdown of events and special occasions.
Volunteer
CLM The Bays Gym
St Johns, Auckland
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Disinfect surfaces with appropriate chemicals to prevent germs from spreading.
- Perform routine checks around the facility for potential hazards or risks that could affect guests' health and well-being.
- Inspect all areas of the gym frequently for signs of contaminated or disrepair.
- Sanitize weight machines, cardio equipment and other exercise tools.
- Wash mirrors and windows to ensure clarity and visibility.
Education
Certificate Physical Restraint - Module 1 -
Te Tahuhu O Te Matauranga
Auckland, NZ03-2024
Certificate in Small Business Management -
Te Wananga O Aotearoa
Auckland, NZ02-2015
Form 5 TSC -
Tupou High School
Tonga 12-2002
Skills
- Interactive teaching and learning
- Student Engagement
- Learning Strategies and problem solving
- Classroom management with attention to detail
- Multitasking and time management
- Strong team player as well as a trusted independent staff member
- I am willing to make sudden changes when unexpected circumstances arise
- Effective communication when requiring compliance
- Can lead by showing examples on how tasks should be completed
- An ability to learn new task and information quickly
- Being proactive in finding solutions for issues at hand
- Intermediate computer skills- Word, Excel, Powerpoint
Timeline
Teacher Aide
Sommerville Special School in Glendowie School Satellite class
02.2023 - Current
Teacher Aide
Glen Innes School
06.2022 - 12.2022
Volunteer
CHT Royal Oak Retirement
06.2020 - 12.2020
Volunteer
CLM The Bays Gym
01.2017 - 01.2018
Certificate Physical Restraint - Module 1 -
Te Tahuhu O Te Matauranga
Certificate in Small Business Management -
Te Wananga O Aotearoa
Form 5 TSC -
Tupou High School
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