Sharlene Kumar
Palmerston North,MWT
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Alphabet Academy, excelling in classroom management and student engagement. Skilled in utilizing data-driven instruction to enhance literacy strategies and motivate diverse learners. Fostered strong parent-teacher communication, resulting in a supportive learning environment that promotes academic success.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Front of House Worker
Munch
- Answered telephone to make reservations and take orders.
- Remembered, recited and promoted variety of menu items.
- Offered guests choice of seating and escorted to appropriate table.
- Assigned wait staff to service guests in sections.
Teacher in Training
Alphabet Academy
06.2023 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior effectively through proactive strategies and consistent follow-through with consequences, resulting in fewer disruptions and increased focus on learning.
- Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to identify areas of weakness, strategically targeting those skills through focused lessons and practice activities.
- Mentored fellow educators by sharing best practices, collaborative lesson planning, and offering constructive feedback during peer observations.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners within the classroom, including accommodations for students with special needs or English language learners.
Reliever Teacher
Lots of Hugs
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Massey University
Palmerston North, NZ05-2025
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Collaborative learning
- Literacy strategies
- Student motivation
- Teaching methodologies
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
Languages
Hindi
Professional Working
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Teacher in Training
Alphabet Academy
06.2023 - Current
Reliever Teacher
Lots of Hugs
02.2022 - 06.2023
Front of House Worker
Munch
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Massey University
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