Sinovita (Snow) Moala
Auckland,AUK
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Reliever
Marshall Laing Primary School
Lynfield, Auckland
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
Church Youth Leader
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- Day Saints
Mount Albert, Auckland
09.2022 - Current
- Facilitated discussion groups with teenage members on various topics related to faith and life.
- Utilized social media and other digital platforms to engage youth and promote program activities.
- Attended annual conferences and other events related to youth ministry development.
- Developed lesson plans in accordance with curricula and core church beliefs.
- Organized events that fostered spiritual growth among participants.
- Educated youth on biblical values-based curriculum in youth and young adult settings.
- Led worship services to share faith with congregants and community.
- Provided pastoral care when necessary by visiting sick teenagers or those facing difficult times.
- Designed and led outdoor adventure trips, emphasizing teamwork, problem-solving, and resilience.
- Led discussions and facilitated games and activities to demonstrate values and morality.
- Fostered relationships with students, and provided counseling on personal and spiritual issues.
- Led initiatives for child and young adult involvement in church services and retreats.
- Planned and led weekly Bible study meetings and facilitated group activities for teenagers.
- Mentored, instructed and supervised participating youths through collaborative efforts with like-minded, creative and inspirational team members.
- Established and maintained effective communication with parents and guardians, ensuring alignment on youth goals and activities.
- Provided guidance to teens on how to apply Christian values to everyday life.
- Coordinated and led weekly youth group meetings, fostering a supportive and engaging environment.
- Managed and trained a team of volunteers to assist with youth group activities and events.
- Created a safe environment for youth to express their opinions and beliefs.
- Planned and organized weekly activities for youth group members.
- Promoted positive interactions between volunteers and older youth by strictly following safety guidelines.
- Visited with housebound individuals to offer physical assistance, social interaction and emotional support.
- Coached and mentored youth in developing leadership skills.
Caregiver
Oranga Tamariki
Mount Albert, Auckland
10.2016 - 08.2021
- Provided foster care services to children in need of a safe and nurturing environment.
- Attended court hearings and case meetings, advocating for the children's best interests and needs.
- Created daily schedules that incorporated educational, recreational, and therapeutic activities.
- Facilitated meetings with social workers, teachers, therapists, and other professionals as needed.
- Monitored and supported children's academic progress, including homework assistance and coordination with schools.
- Assisted in developing life skills such as budgeting, cooking, cleaning, job searching.
- Monitored the physical and mental health of children in the foster care system.
- Advocated for children's educational and special needs, ensuring access to resources and support services.
- Taught life skills to prepare older foster children for independent living and transition out of foster care.
- Administered medication and provided first aid care as needed, adhering to healthcare guidelines.
- Helped reunify birth families through coordinated visitation.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support during challenging times or behavioral episodes.
- Established behavioral modification goals and assessed progress toward goals.
- Supervised visits between biological parents and their children while ensuring safety protocols were followed.
- Collaborated with state agencies and benefits coordinators to develop individualized plans for each case.
- Fostered positive relationships with biological families, facilitating visits and communication where appropriate.
- Built trust and rapport with victims of violent crimes by remaining calm and compassionate in variety of situations.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to encourage positive behaviors and personal growth.
- Provided safe, nurturing, and stable environment for foster children, ensuring their well-being.
- Had trainings such as TBRI, Trauma-Based Solutions, Behavioral Workshops, and FASD Training programs.
- Worked collaboratively with other providers within the community network on behalf of children in need.
Training and Development Manager
Global Hope Lighthouse
Wesley, Auckland
03.2017 - 03.2020
- Planned and led training programs on staff development to enhance employee knowledge, engagement, satisfaction and performance.
- Facilitated workshops on communication skills and leadership techniques for teenagers.
- Developed and implemented fundraising approaches to raise money for cause.
- Operated a training café on market days.
- Took inventory of supplies and equipment and placed new orders to maintain stock levels.
- Set goals for staff performance while providing feedback to motivate them towards success.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Developed menu items to help keep profits up and prices affordable for customers by balancing high and low food costs.
- Recruited, trained, managed and evaluated cafe staff performance.
- Supervised day-to-day operations in the cafe to ensure efficiency and quality standards were met.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Developed and implemented customer service policies and procedures for cafe staff.
- Supervised youth group members to maintain organized and safe environment.
- Monitored and cared for youth in carefully controlled environment to promote safety.
- Organized recreational activities such as sports tournaments, movie nights, field trips, and other events.
- Helped youth offenders or at-risk individuals improve abilities, behavior and emotional strength.
- Created a safe environment where youths could express themselves without fear of judgement.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - Teaching
University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ05-2025
Bachelor in International Hospitality Management - Human Resources
AUT
Auckland, NZ08-2018
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Supervision and leadership
- Written communication
- Organization
- Excellent communication
- Task prioritization
- Self-Directed
- Collaboration
Affiliations
- I enjoy baking, cooking, and collecting recipes.
- I love spending time with my family, and I love planning and executing regular family gatherings.
- I enjoy learning new skills and hobbies.
- I love teaching youth in church.
Languages
English
Professional
Tonga
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Reliever
Marshall Laing Primary School
08.2023 - Current
Church Youth Leader
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- Day Saints
09.2022 - Current
Training and Development Manager
Global Hope Lighthouse
03.2017 - 03.2020
Caregiver
Oranga Tamariki
10.2016 - 08.2021
Post-Graduate Certificate - Teaching
University of Auckland
Bachelor in International Hospitality Management - Human Resources
AUT
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