Patient, reliable, passionate and sincere, with a strong background in tutoring. Excellent ability to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds and to build their confidence. Qualifications in Adult Literacy and Numeracy Education and Political Science.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor
Literacy Aotearoa
Timaru, Timaru South Canterbury
01.2011 - Current
Developing literacy and numeracy group programmes for learners
Delivery of digital devices lessons for learners in South Canterbury
Developing and putting into practice Kiwi lessons for Adult Learners
Guided Syrian Learners in Digital Skills using Chrome Books
Planning for apprentices undertaking study
Developing training sessions for tertiary
Learners
Facilitated English Learning with a focus on NZ English for diverse Groups
Delivery of introductory Te Reo Maori lessons
Application of formative and summative
assessment methods
Successfully facilitated Digital Literacy Workshops tailored for Senior Citizens, enhancing their proficiency and confidence in using their Digital Devices
Ensuring students are adequately supported to meet their learning goals
Maintaining records of learning and entering data into EnrolPro
Assisting with preparation and administration of tertiary exams on-site
Covering reception and administration duties as required
Senior Accounts Clerk - Pre 2011
Telecom NZ Ltd
Auckland
Customer liaison
New account applications
Data entry
Account enquiries
Credit control
Receptionist/Accounts Clerk (Pre 2011)
NZI Share Registry Services
Auckland
Managing telephone calls
Filing documents
Typing
Accounts (creditors and debtors)
Office Administration
Cadillac Plastics NZ Ltd
Auckland
Managing telephone calls
Filing
Typing
General office duties
Education
National Certificate - Adult Literacy and Numeracy Education (Vocational)
Literacy Aotearoa
01.2017
Bachelor Of Arts - Political Science
University of Canterbury
01.2002
Skills
Tutoring
Learning Strategies
Mentoring
Programme Development
Taught Subjects
Inter-Personal Skills
Liaising
Computing
Documentation
Reception
Tertiary Exams
Cultural competency
Experienced in creating engaging Literacy materials for Digital Literacy
Skilled at simplifying complex tech concepts
for diverse learners
Adept in one on one tutoring
Group settings
Committees
LITERACY AOTEAROA, Governance Board Member, South Canterbury Region
LITERACY AOTEAROA, Maori Representative, South Canterbury Region
References
SHONA HICKEY, Southern Mediation Services, Family Works Resolution Mediator, 0800 322 454, 021 0853 3789
BARBARA CRAWFORD, Relief Teacher, Balclutha, 021 222 8148
KAREN THIN, Former Literacy Timaru – Manager and Literacy Governance Aotearoa, Timaru, 021 208 1403
Qualifications And Training
Bachelor Of Arts (Political Science), University of Canterbury, 02/2002, National Certificate in Adult Literacy and Numeracy Education (Vocational), Literacy Aotearoa, 01/2017
Skills And Experience
NCALNE qualified adult literacy and numeracy tutor, with knowledge of different cultural frameworks of learning., Provision of a learner-centred educational environment and using embedded literacy and numeracy strategies., Building confidence in others through mentoring and by providing encouragement and on-going support as skills are developed., Developing learning programmes and lesson plans, ensuring that content is interesting and relevant to the learner and vocational demands., Te Reo Maori, digital devices (computers, tablets, smartphones), literacy and numeracy., Excellent inter-personal skills and the ability to relate to a diverse range of people, treating them with respect, warmth and empathy., Liaising, communicating and engaging with learners, colleagues and management., Recording student hours in EnrolPro; Using Office 365 and MS Office applications., Keeping detailed and up-to-date written records of student learning., Covering reception duties as necessary and providing a welcoming environment for all learners and visitors., Assisting with administration of tertiary exams when held on-site.
Timeline
Tutor
Literacy Aotearoa
01.2011 - Current
Senior Accounts Clerk - Pre 2011
Telecom NZ Ltd
Receptionist/Accounts Clerk (Pre 2011)
NZI Share Registry Services
Office Administration
Cadillac Plastics NZ Ltd
National Certificate - Adult Literacy and Numeracy Education (Vocational)