- Martial Arts
- Playing Sports
- Volunteering with youth sports programs as a coach
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
Lyteshar Drewery
Whanganui,MWT
Summary
With a proven track record at Whanganui Intermediate School and Tawhero School, I excel in student engagement and classroom management, enhancing academic success through innovative teaching methods. My strong work ethic and exceptional relationship-building skills have significantly improved learning outcomes, making me a valuable team player in any educational setting.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Learning Assistant
Whanganui Intermediate School
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilising diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
- Mentored new Learning Assistants, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching techniques.
- Maximized the impact of individualised instruction, tailoring lessons to address specific strengths and weaknesses for each student.
- Helped struggling students achieve academic success through targeted interventions and consistent progress monitoring.
- Participated in ongoing professional development workshops to remain current on best practices in teaching methodologies and emerging trends in education.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through consistent reinforcement of classroom expectations and open communication with students.
- Managed challenging behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, consistently enforcing consequences, and working closely with parents and guardians.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, fostering an open dialogue about their child''s academic progress and addressing concerns as they arose.
- Evaluated student performance regularly using data-driven assessments, guiding instructional decisions to meet individual needs and improve overall outcomes.
- Supported special needs students with appropriate accommodations, ensuring equal access to educational opportunities for all learners.
- Maintained up-to-date records of student progress, aiding in analysis of teaching effectiveness and areas for improvement.
- Coordinated with teachers to identify and support students with learning disabilities, tailoring approaches for effective education.
Learning Assistant
Tawhero School
04.2020 - 12.2023
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilising diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
- Mentored new Learning Assistants, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching techniques.
- Maximized the impact of individualised instruction, tailoring lessons to address specific strengths and weaknesses for each student.
- Helped struggling students achieve academic success through targeted interventions and consistent progress monitoring.
- Participated in ongoing professional development workshops to remain current on best practices in teaching methodologies and emerging trends in education.
- Improved student retention rates by providing personalised support and implementing effective learning strategies.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through consistent reinforcement of classroom expectations and open communication with students.
- Managed challenging behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, consistently enforcing consequences, and working closely with parents and guardians.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, fostering an open dialogue about their child''s academic progress and addressing concerns as they arose.
- Evaluated student performance regularly using data-driven assessments, guiding instructional decisions to meet individual needs and improve overall outcomes.
- Exceeded standardized testing benchmarks by implementing engaging test-prep activities that aligned with curriculum standards while minimizing stress for students.
- Improved learning outcomes, providing one-on-one tutoring sessions for students needing extra assistance.
- Facilitated group learning sessions, encouraging peer-to-peer interaction and collaborative problem-solving.
- Supported classroom management, ensuring conducive learning environment for all students.
- Supported special needs students with appropriate accommodations, ensuring equal access to educational opportunities for all learners.
- Assisted in the development of innovative school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement levels.
Bar and Restaurant Manager
Barracks Sports Bar
10.2019 - 12.2022
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness throughout the establishment by regularly inspecting facilities and addressing maintenance issues promptly.
- Resolved customer complaints efficiently while maintaining professionalism and preserving long-term guest relations.
- Managed inventory control processes for reduced waste and optimized profit margins.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to health and safety regulations among employees.
- Established strong relationships with vendors for better pricing, timely deliveries, and improved product selection.
- Ensured compliance with state liquor laws by monitoring alcohol service and providing ongoing staff education on responsible beverage serving practices.
- Fostered a positive team culture through regular staff meetings, open communication channels, and employee recognition programs.
- Streamlined operational procedures for increased efficiency in daily tasks such as opening/closing routines, shift scheduling, and cash handling processes.
- Increased staff retention through effective hiring, training, and performance management practices.
- Improved employee morale through transparent communication practices, regular feedback sessions, and opportunities for professional growth within the company.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by implementing strategies to improve overall service quality and efficiency.
- Managed social media presence to maintain consistent branding, promote special events, and engage with customers for enhanced loyalty and repeat business.
- Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
Bar and Restaurant Manager
Leopard Hotel Waipukurau
04.2014 - 10.2019
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness throughout the establishment by regularly inspecting facilities and addressing maintenance issues promptly.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to health and safety regulations among employees.
- Established strong relationships with vendors for better pricing, timely deliveries, and improved product selection.
- Ensured compliance with state liquor laws by monitoring alcohol service and providing ongoing staff education on responsible beverage serving practices.
- Fostered a positive team culture through regular staff meetings, open communication channels, and employee recognition programs.
- Increased staff retention through effective hiring, training, and performance management practices.
- Streamlined operational procedures for increased efficiency in daily tasks such as opening/closing routines, shift scheduling, and cash handling processes.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by implementing strategies to improve overall service quality and efficiency.
- Maximized event bookings by developing targeted outreach initiatives to local businesses and community groups.
- Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Assisted in development and implementation of new menus to offer variety and options to customers.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
Hospitality Worker
2 Chefs
01.2009 - 12.2013
- Performed general cleaning by sweeping and mopping floors, washing dishes and emptying trash.
- Prepared food and beverages and verified adherence of quality and safe food-handling standards.
- Reduced risks by maintaining clean and organised work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently deliver high-quality service in a fast-paced environment.
- Communicated with customers to promptly resolve complaints and address inquiries.
- Processed payments with focus on accuracy and correct cash-handling procedures.
- Delivered excellent customer service to support company reputation and patron satisfaction.
- Greeted guests with friendly and professional acknowledgment to build rapport.
- Handled guest complaints professionally, resolving issues quickly to promote positive experiences.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service and promptly addressing concerns.
- Trained new staff members on proper customer service and hospitality policies.
Education
Bachelor of Teaching (Primary) - Teaching
University of Waikato
Hamilton, NZ11-2024
High School Diploma -
Stratford High School
Stratford, NZ12-2009
Skills
- Student engagement
- Classroom management
- Lesson implementation
- Motivation strategies
- Student support
- Strong work ethic
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Conflict resolution
Accomplishments
Represented New Zealand in the Taekwondo World Championships 2014 and 2016
New Zealand Oceania Champion (Taekwondo) 2015
New Zealand Champion 8 years in a row (Taekwondo)
Lead Instructor for Hawera Taekwondo Club
Lead Instructor for Stratford Taekwondo Club
Taranaki Representative: Basketball under 18's, Badminton, Skiing, Volleyball.
Certification
License Controller Qualification (LCQ)
Managers Certificate
Second Dan Blackbelt
First Aid
Interests
Timeline
Learning Assistant
Whanganui Intermediate School
01.2024 - Current
Learning Assistant
Tawhero School
04.2020 - 12.2023
Bar and Restaurant Manager
Barracks Sports Bar
10.2019 - 12.2022
Bar and Restaurant Manager
Leopard Hotel Waipukurau
04.2014 - 10.2019
Hospitality Worker
2 Chefs
01.2009 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Teaching (Primary) - Teaching
University of Waikato
High School Diploma -
Stratford High School
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