Poonam Kumari
Sydenham,New Zealand
Summary
A thorough professional with dedication to achieve and surpass the organizational goals, looking for a suitable role that utilizes my academic and professional skills.
As a Teacher aid, I,m passionate about inspiring young learners through creative play and fostering a supportive, inclusive environment. Eager to contribute fresh ideas and nurture each child's growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Best Start Kindergarten
, New Zealand
06.2024 - Current
- Participated in team-building exercises to strengthen relationships among volunteers.
- Developed educational materials related to topics like diversity, inclusion, and sustainability.
- Build relationship with children and their families, support children through their learning journey.
Support Worker
Claddagh Heven Trust
Lincon, New Zealand
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Accompanied clients to medical appointments and assisted them with their daily needs.
- Assisted clients with personal care, such as showering and dressing.
- Developed positive relationships with service users and maintained professional boundaries at all times.
- Reported any incidents or accidents in accordance with company policy and procedure.
- Provided advocacy services for service users during meetings with external agencies or professionals.
- Administered medication according to company guidelines whilst monitoring its effectiveness.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress using computer systems or paper files in line with data protection regulations.
- Managed challenging behaviour from clients in a calm manner by utilising de-escalation techniques.
- Supported clients' social, physical and emotional needs to help integrate into local community.
- Tracked client behaviors, daily activities, new skills, and notable incidents for documentation purposes.
Supermarket Worker
Pak n save
Christchurch, New Zealand
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Greeted customers upon entry and provided assistance with locating items.
- Stocked shelves, rotated products, and faced merchandise for easy customer access.
Cleaner
Synlait
Dunsandel, New Zealand
07.2020 - 10.2020
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets, and dusted surfaces.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, sinks, countertops, mirrors, and floors.
- Emptied wastebaskets and replaced liners.
- Stocked supplies such as soap, toilet paper, and paper towels in restrooms.
- Maintained cleaning equipment and materials in a safe and sanitary working condition.
- Polished furniture to remove dust and dirt buildup.
- Scrubbed walls to remove scuff marks or stains.
- Disinfected doorknobs, light switches, telephones, computers, desks and other high-touch surfaces.
- Mixed chemicals for use in cleaning processes according to safety instructions provided by manufacturer labels.
- Checked stock levels of all cleaning products regularly to ensure adequate supply is available.
- Collected trash from floors within hallways, bathrooms and work areas.
Cleaner
Annabelle Kindergarten
Darfield, New Zealand
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets, and dusted surfaces.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, sinks, countertops, mirrors, and floors.
- Emptied wastebaskets and replaced liners.
- Stocked supplies such as soap, toilet paper, and paper towels in restrooms.
Staff
Red Chillis Indian Take Away
Darfield, New Zealand
11.2016 - 09.2017
- Greeted customers and provided menus.
- Assisted in taking customer orders and providing recommendations.
- Delivered food to tables in a timely manner.
- Provided quality customer service with a friendly attitude.
- Communicated clearly with kitchen staff regarding order specifics.
- Ensured all dishes were prepared according to restaurant standards.
- Answered phone calls promptly and handled inquiries from customers courteously.
- Followed health code regulations when handling food items safely.
Teacher
National Public School Passiwal
Passiwal, India
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student behaviour in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
Education
Master - Punjabi Language
Punjabi University Patiala
India01.2016
Diploma - Computer Application
Govt. Shivalik College
Naya Nangal, India01.2010
Graduate - English, Political Science, History, Hindi, Punjabi
Punjabi University Patiala
India01.2009
Level 3 - Teacher Aide Education
Southern Institute of Technology
Invercargill, NZSkills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Team player
- Hardworking
- Confident
- Honest
- Quick learner
- Computer Skills
- Relationship Building
- Disability Awareness
- Event Planning
- Documentation And Reporting
- Recordkeeping and Confidentiality
- MS Office
- [Language] expertise
- Positive Attitude
- Resource Coordination
Overseasqualification
- Graduate, English, Political Science, History, Hindi and Punjabi, Punjabi University Patiala, India, 05/01/09
- Diploma, Computer Application (PGDCA), Govt. Shivalik College, Naya Nangal, 05/01/10
- Master's Degree, Punjabi Language, Punjabi University Patiala, 05/01/16
Currenteducation
Teacher Aid Course, Level 3
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer, Best Start Kindergarten
References
- Mrs. Virginia Askin, ESOL Teacher, 0211102486,
- Red Chilis (Satkartar), Darfield, 033187477
- Jyoti Mishra, Team Leader, Health Care, 0224664066,
- Best Start Ferry Road Woolsten 03 9308462
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Punjabi
Languages
English
Professional
Punjabi
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Volunteer
Best Start Kindergarten
06.2024 - Current
Support Worker
Claddagh Heven Trust
06.2023 - 02.2024
Supermarket Worker
Pak n save
06.2023 - 08.2023
Cleaner
Synlait
07.2020 - 10.2020
Cleaner
Annabelle Kindergarten
01.2018 - 06.2019
Staff
Red Chillis Indian Take Away
11.2016 - 09.2017
Teacher
National Public School Passiwal
01.2010 - 01.2011
Master - Punjabi Language
Punjabi University Patiala
Diploma - Computer Application
Govt. Shivalik College
Graduate - English, Political Science, History, Hindi, Punjabi
Punjabi University Patiala
Level 3 - Teacher Aide Education
Southern Institute of Technology
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