Vulori Balenaveikau
Hamilton,WKO
Summary
Dedicated and dynamic, with a proven track record at Rymans Retirement Village and Clean Master International, I excel in housekeeping skills, commercial cleaning and team collaboration. Leveraging strong work ethic and communication abilities, I've significantly enhanced guest satisfaction and operational efficiency. Fluent in English and Fijian. I embody equipment safety and foster positive environments, consistently achieving top-tier results. Motivated and energetic to apply early childhood education principles in preschool setting. 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. Empathetic sign language interpreter in Fijian sign language and is keen to learn the New Zealand sign language. Motivated student with practical experience in Early Childhood at Kau'te Pasifika ECE for 3 months. project management and team leadership. Committed to ongoing professional development and eager to apply learned skills in a new setting.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Music Teacher
Church (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints)
Melville, Hamilton
04.2024 - Current
- A volunteer music teacher for primary kids, ages 4-11 years old, in church.
- Teach children various church songs during singing time.
- Maintain and build relationships with the children to help boost their confidence levels.
- Engage children with creative activities to make singing time interesting and lively.
- Fostered a supportive and positive learning environment that encouraged student engagement and participation.
- Prepare children with rehearsal for various church events.
Housekeeper
Rymans Retirement Village (Linda Jones))
Flagstaff , Hamilton
12.2023 - 07.2024
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Changed bed linens and towels, tidied up rooms.
- Stocked amenities, such as towels and toilet paper, in rooms.
- Sanitized all areas of the lobby and public restroom.
- Emptied trash receptacles throughout the property.
- Scrubbed kitchen appliances, countertops and fixtures.
- Responded to requests from guests regarding housekeeping needs.
- Reported any maintenance issues or damage to supervisors immediately.
- Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
- Observed proper use of chemicals when cleaning various surfaces.
- Disinfected telephones, light switches and other frequently touched objects.
- Ensured that all health standards were met during cleaning operations.
- Interacted pleasantly with clients and guests when performing daily duties.
- Maintained and organized cleaning supplies stock.
- Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
- Used appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling hazardous waste or chemicals.
- Returned vacant rooms to occupant-ready status by deep cleaning, changing linens, restocking inventory and removing trash.
- Adhered to daily cleaning schedules and updated as needed based on demand.
- Maintained well-stocked and well-organized service carts to support efficient and timely cleaning services.
- Supplied extra towels and toiletries when requested to optimize guest comfort.
- Rendered detailed and timely cleaning services while working in fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
- Cleaned rugs and upholstery using vacuums and fabric shampoo when necessary.
- Monitored cleanliness of lobby, swimming pool and other common areas.
- Waxed and polished wood furnishings to restore faded appearance.
Church Volunteer
Church (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints)
Upper Hutt, Wellington
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Teaches children ages 5 to 6 years old in Sunday School.
- Provided an age-appropriate Sunday school lesson.
- Build a healthy relationship with parents and children.
- Demonstrated and reinforced values of caring, respect, honesty, and responsibility.
Commercial Cleaner
Cleanmaster International
Upper Hutt, Wellington
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Swept and mopped floors, dusted surfaces, and vacuumed carpets in commercial buildings.
- Cleaned and sanitized restrooms using appropriate cleaning products, and restocked.
- Removed trash from bins and disposed of it properly, according to regulations.
- Maintained janitorial closets stocked with supplies for daily use.
- Used specialized equipment such as floor buffers, steam cleaners, vacuums, mops, and other cleaning tools.
- Follow safety procedures when working with hazardous materials, such as bleach or disinfectants.
- Responded to emergency spills quickly to minimize the damage caused by the spillage.
- Report any damages or malfunctions observed while performing duties to the supervisor.
- Kept records of hours worked, supplies used, and tasks completed each day.
- Observed all relevant laws regarding health codes, and waste disposal standards.
- Ensured compliance with company policies related to security measures while on duty.
- Replenished supply of hand soap, paper towels, and other consumables.
- Maintained safety protocols through the safe handling of equipment and chemicals.
- Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
- Identified possible maintenance or safety issues, and reported them to the supervisor and client.
- Kept business entrances clean, tidy, and professional in appearance.
- Monitored supply levels and requested new items to maintain completing daily cleaning tasks.
- Mix water and detergents, or acids, to prepare cleaning solutions.
Church Volunteer
Church (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints)
Fairy Spring , Rotorua
03.2021 - 10.2021
- Activity teacher for children ages 8 to 11 years old.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Engage children with various activities to boost their social skills, confidence, and physical abilities.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Help build children's relationships to understand different cultures.
- Create a fun, happy environment for learning new things.
Church Volunteer
Church (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints)
Fairy Spring , Rotorua
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Volunteer Nursery Teacher for children ages 18 months to 3 years.
- Supervised classroom activities, including snack time, singing time, and lesson time.
- Engage children in learning activities such as action songs, writing, coloring, and drawing.
- Assisted in developing lesson plans that are age-appropriate for each group of children.
Church Volunteer
Church (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints)
Nausori, Fiji
01.2012 - 12.2016
- Teach youth ages 13 to 17 about seminary programs, which are Bible studies.
- Attend the monthly training provided by the church to help and support youth in their seminary programs.
- Meet with parents, the Bishop of the Church, to discuss ways to help youth meet the requirements of the seminary programs.
- Engage youth in various activities and services to help build their character and confidence skills.
- Provide monthly attendance and children's progressive reports monthly.
Church Volunteer
Church (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints)
Nausori, Fiji
03.2010 - 01.2013
- Teach Sunday School to toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years old.
- Assisted in developing lesson plans that are age-appropriate for each group of children.
- Provided support to teachers by helping with classroom tasks such as setting up materials and preparing snacks.
- Encouraged positive behaviors through verbal praise and reinforcement of desired behaviors.
- Involve children in singing time.
- I interacted with parents and guardians during drop-offs and pickups, providing updates on their child's day.
- Maintained a safe learning environment within the classroom at all times.
Education
EDU403 Early Childhood Practice For Children’s Wel
Open Polytechnic
Lower Hutt, NZ01-2024
High School Diploma -
Fiji Form Seven College
Fiji12.2008
High School Diploma -
Fiji Latter Day Saints College
Fiji12.2006
Some College (No Degree) -
University of The South Pacific
FijiSkills
- Safe chemical handling
- Equipment safety
- Team training
- Housekeeping skills
- Equipment operation
- Team Collaboration
- Heavy lifting
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong work ethic
- Productivity and time management
- Language skills in both English and Fijian
- Cultural awareness
- Social Skills
Certification
- Certificate in Basic Sign Language in Fiji, 2016.
Languages
English
Professional
Fijian
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Volunteer Music Teacher
Church (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints)
04.2024 - Current
Housekeeper
Rymans Retirement Village (Linda Jones))
12.2023 - 07.2024
Commercial Cleaner
Cleanmaster International
12.2022 - 03.2023
Church Volunteer
Church (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints)
06.2022 - 03.2023
Church Volunteer
Church (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints)
03.2021 - 10.2021
Church Volunteer
Church (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints)
10.2020 - 01.2021
Church Volunteer
Church (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints)
01.2012 - 12.2016
Church Volunteer
Church (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints)
03.2010 - 01.2013
- Certificate in Basic Sign Language in Fiji, 2016.
EDU403 Early Childhood Practice For Children’s Wel
Open Polytechnic
High School Diploma -
Fiji Form Seven College
High School Diploma -
Fiji Latter Day Saints College
Some College (No Degree) -
University of The South Pacific
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