Telesia Caldwell (SIA)
Dunedin,OTA
Summary
An energetic, creative and bubbly individual who enjoys working with people and taking on new challenges. A passionate teacher dedicated to creating, implementing and assessing instruction to meet student needs. Energetic and hardworking with excellent communication and organizational abilities who focuses on maximizing student learning potential through diverse strategies and techniques. Experienced teacher with over 6 years of experience in the education sector with an excellent reputation for teaching capabilities and well liked by students and co-workers.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
University Tutor
Auckland University Of Technology
02.2021 - 11.2022
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Developed and taught a compulsory undergraduate course for the school of culture and society.
- Shifted between informal and formal methods of teaching to create multi-layered web of learning incorporating experiments, practical activities, discussions and projects into lessons.
- Provided additional assistance outside of class to students by giving degree consultations and and academic support.
Resident Advisor
Unilodge Auckland
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Enforced policies and safety standards through building and room rounds.
- Promoted positive relations between residents and staff.
- Conducted tours, orientation and educational sessions for residents and families.
- Solved grievances and complaints by collaborating with residents.
- Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
- Organised fun and creative events for residents to socialise, interact and enjoy their time at the student residence.
- Organised and conducted multiple academic workshops for residents during the end of the year exam period.
ESOL Teacher for Korean English Camp
Takapuna Normal Intermediate School
08.2022 - 09.2022
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Designed seasonal programs emphasizing vocabulary, pronunciation and reading comprehension.
English Camp Teacher
송내사랑교회
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Helped to maintain fun and interactive classroom.
- Recommended curriculum choices and created lesson plans to maximize effectiveness of instruction.
- Created a fun learning environment for students to excel in English.
English Teacher
Siena Ahn
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Created a fun learning environment for students to feel comfortable and excited to learn English
English Teacher
상도1동 주민센터
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
English Language Tutor
Self-employeed
02.2016 - 12.2017
- Built relationships with students to understand obstacles to learning such as difficult home situations, illness or social hurdles.
- Developed teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.
- Monitored comprehension of material among students and created re-teaching strategies to cover gaps in learning indicated by test scores and quizzes.
- Developed age-appropriate lesson content for literature pieces to meet diverse learning styles.
Education
Master of Arts - Language And Culture
Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
Auckland, NZ05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - English And Media
Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
Auckland, NZ11.2020
University Exchange - English
Soongsil University 숭실대학교
Seoul12.2018
Skills
- Ability to create a positive atmosphere and proactive, fun environment for all
- High level communication and interpersonal skills - with students and colleagues
- Proven leadership skills and initiative
- Intensive English teaching experience and strong teaching ethic
- Enthusiastic teacher committed to helping students
- Ability to create personalised English materials and exercises for students
- Competent with Microsoft software: Word, PowerPoint, Excel
- Committed to ongoing learning, personal and professional development
Accomplishments
- SULE CLUB President and founder 2018 (Soongsil University Language Exchange)
- 1st place at Itaewon Global festival in Seoul, 2018 (Pacific Island dancing team)
- AKSA CLUB President 2019 (Auckland Korean Student Association)
- AUTIA CLUB President 2019 (AUT internationals abroad)
- SEKI AKO CLUB President 2022 (Pacific Island tertiary academic success club)
Interests
- Playing sport (Netball, Volleyball)
- Music and Dance (Singing, Samoan traditional dancing)
- Korean Culture, Language, History and Traditions
- Rock climbing and Swimming
- Painting and drawing
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Korean
Professional Working
Samoan
Elementary
Additional Work Experience
Korea House (Dunedin)
Owner: David Lee
Job responsibilities: Waitressing, Kitchen hand
Work dates: Dec 2022 - Current
NZ English Camps for Korean students
Job responsibilities: Preparing materials, teaching
Taught at three week long English Camps in Auckland
2016 - 2019
Bing AND Go (Auckland)
Owner: Kuang Sheng
Job responsibilities: Making crepes, serving, closing shop
Work dates: July 2015 – May 2016
Reason for leaving: Made redundant.
Café LOL (Dunedin)
Owner: Paul Martin
Job responsibilities: Baking, serving, Dish Washer, Juice bar,
Work dates: March 2013- July 2015 – Part Time
Reason for leaving: Moved to Auckland
Paasha Turkish Restaurant (Dunedin)
Owner: Patrick Ah-Kuoi
Job responsibilities: Waitressing, stocking, dish washing
Work dates: January 2010- December 2014 – Part Time (Summer holidays 2015 – 2019 – Part time)
Reason for leaving: Moved to Auckland
Albion café known previously as Angus Desserts (Dunedin)
Owner: Susan Lee.
Job responsibilities: Waitressing, kitchen hand, cabinet food maker i.e. sandwiches, salads, panini’s.
Work dates: November 2012 March 2013 – part time
Reason for leaving: Made redundant
Café Pareora (Timaru)
Steve Caldwell (Family business)
Job responsibilities: cashier, cleaning, cooking, waitress, re stocking and food prep.
Worked every day after school and weekends.
Work dates: 2007-2009
Additional Information
University Tutor Reference:
Helen Blythe
Associate Professor Language & Culture
Auckland University of Technology
09 921 9999 ext (8897)
helen.blythe@aut.ac.nz
Resident Advisor Reference:
Carmi Thurlby
UniLodge residential life manager
027-280-4253
carmi.thurlby@unilodge.co.nz
English Teacher Reference:
Sophia Yang
International Director & Teaching assistant
Takapuna Normal Intermediate School
021-0235-0170
studynz@tnis.school.nz
Academic Reference:
Denise Cameron
Masters degree supervisor
Auckland University of Technology
09 921 9999 ext 6085
denise.cameron@aut.ac.nz
Timeline
ESOL Teacher for Korean English Camp
Takapuna Normal Intermediate School
08.2022 - 09.2022
Resident Advisor
Unilodge Auckland
07.2022 - 11.2022
University Tutor
Auckland University Of Technology
02.2021 - 11.2022
English Camp Teacher
송내사랑교회
02.2020 - 02.2022
English Teacher
Siena Ahn
06.2018 - 12.2018
English Teacher
상도1동 주민센터
06.2018 - 12.2018
English Language Tutor
Self-employeed
02.2016 - 12.2017
Master of Arts - Language And Culture
Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
Bachelor of Arts - English And Media
Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
University Exchange - English
Soongsil University 숭실대학교
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