Alaa Finj
Western Sydney,NSW
Summary
Compassionate and enthusiastic student of social work, with experience in problem solving skills, development of new strategies and always open to constant feedback for improvement. Innovative, passionate, with excellent organisational skills and interpersonal skills, with multiple qualifications and certificate of various trainings. Experienced educator with 3 years of expertise dealing with the youth. Creative event planner designing and coordinating unforgettable experiences. Hard worker, creator of good environments for customers and co-workers with over 6 years of experience in customer service. Passion in community services with 4 years of volunteer experience serving the community along with many organisations for their needs. As well as working with a range of different people from diverse backgrounds.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Arabic & Scripture Teacher
Alfirdaus College
02.2019 - Current
- Teaching Arabic and scripture to students from diverse backgrounds ranging from 3 - 17 years of age
- Currently specialising in teenagers between 12- 17 years old
- Utilising innovative teaching methods and interactive strategies to create a stimulating yet enjoyable learning environment that assists encouraging active participation resulting in significant progress in their language proficiencies and religious/spiritual knowledge.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
Event Coordinator/Youth Program Coordinator
Alfirdaus College
Bankstown
02.2019 - Current
- Developed event themes and concepts to ensure successful execution of events.
- Supervised staff members responsible for registration desk setup and management during events.
- Planned various activities such as seminars, workshops or conferences related to the event theme or topic area.
- Developed promotional materials such as flyers, brochures or posters for marketing purposes prior to each event.
- Creating website links for events.
- Created monthly reports detailing program progress, successes, challenges and recommendations for improvement.
- Developed and implemented youth program activities, including field trips, sports, recreational activities, and special events.
- Assisted with budget management to ensure financial objectives were met within allocated funds.
- Served as a positive role model for participants by demonstrating appropriate behavior expectations.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from parents and guardians regarding their child's involvement in the program.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance and participation in program activities.
- Organized volunteer recruitment efforts for youth programs and managed the training of volunteers.
Scripture Teacher
AEIS/Birrong Girls High School
11.2024 - Current
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
Volunteer
Islamic Relief Australia
01.2018 - Current
- Assisting/participating in community projects and events
- Engaging in various community outreach programs, including food drives, clothing distribution and fundraising events.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Assisted with fundraising efforts, including event planning and donor outreach.
- Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
Work Placement
CORE Community Service
Fairfield
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Attended professional trainings related to best practices in case management techniques.
- Assisted clients with job searches, budgeting, parenting skills, housing resources and other social services as needed.
- Responded promptly to phone calls from clients or referral sources seeking assistance or information about available resources.
- Maintained updated progress notes and case record and documented children's progress in recreational activities, treatment plans and education.
- Met with clients to conduct needs assessments, recommending appropriate support and service offerings.
- Facilitated access to community resources and services for clients.
- Provided guidance and information on legal, financial, and social resources.
- Uploaded documentation to patient database to streamline organizational flow.
- Facilitated communication between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers.
- Interpreted verbal conversations between individuals with limited English proficiency.
Scripture Teacher
AIES / East Hills Girls High school
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Conducted religious classes for teenage girls, delivering engaging lessons on sacred texts and religious traditions.
Work placement
Belmore South Public School
01.2019 - 01.2019
- Assisted teachers in class preparations, setting up learning materials, class activities, projects, discussions and encourages active participation
- Supported students/students with special needs in their academic and personal development providing one on one assistance and small group instruction
- Contributed to school events.
Salesperson
Abu Salim Greenacre
01.2016
- Greet and assist customers, offering them with guidance with products
- Serving customers using digital system
- Build strong relationship s with regular customers, handling customer complaints and inquiries
- Provide exceptional customer service, answer questions, handling payment transactions, and ensuring a positive shopping experience.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work -
Western Sydney University
01-2025
Diploma of Counselling -
ACBC
04-2022
Cert IV Education Support -
Bankstown Tafe NSW
10-2019
High School Certificate -
Tafe NSW
01.2018
Skills
- Bilingual
- Creative
- Punctual
- Quick learner
- Teaching skills
- Highly organised
- Attention to detail
- Management skills
- Program development
- Classroom management
- Lesson plan development
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Good communication
- Ability to collaborate effectively
- Computer and technology skills
- Event logistics and budget management
- Critical thinking and problem solving
Certification
- ACA Provisional Membership
- AASW Student Membership
- Working With Children Check
- National Crime Check
- First Aid Training
- Creative Wellness with Nature Training
- Managing Aggressive and Violent Behaviour Training
- The Muslim Mental Health Conference
- Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence in CALD Communities Training
References
Mazen Fahme | Principal Director | Alfirdaus College | 0424 943 997
John Buraho | Program Manager | CORE Community Services | 0436 661 299
Timeline
Scripture Teacher
AEIS/Birrong Girls High School
11.2024 - Current
Work Placement
CORE Community Service
01.2024 - 05.2024
Scripture Teacher
AIES / East Hills Girls High school
03.2021 - 06.2022
Arabic & Scripture Teacher
Alfirdaus College
02.2019 - Current
Event Coordinator/Youth Program Coordinator
Alfirdaus College
02.2019 - Current
Work placement
Belmore South Public School
01.2019 - 01.2019
Volunteer
Islamic Relief Australia
01.2018 - Current
Salesperson
Abu Salim Greenacre
01.2016
Bachelor of Social Work -
Western Sydney University
Diploma of Counselling -
ACBC
Cert IV Education Support -
Bankstown Tafe NSW
High School Certificate -
Tafe NSW
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