Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Extracurricular activities
Timeline
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Azaniah Afualo

Azaniah Afualo

Student
Sydney, NSW,NSW

Summary

Dynamic and adaptable, with a proven track record at St Luke's Grammar School, enhancing student confidence and community engagement through innovative workshops and tutoring. Excelled in leadership and public speaking, significantly boosting fundraising efforts and student test scores. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

St Luke's Grammar School
07.2024 - 09.2024

Social Basketball for Students with Special Needs

  • Facilitated workshops for skill development, enhancing participants' confidence and knowledge.
  • Implemented feedback mechanisms to gather insights from volunteers for continuous improvement.
  • Coordinated community outreach initiatives by organizing events that increased awareness.
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Represented St Luke's Grammar positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.

Tutor

St Luke's Grammar School
02.2024 - 02.2024
  • Implemented personalized study strategies for improved academic performance and confidence in students.
  • Enhanced understanding of Mathematics and English with clear explanations and relatable examples.
  • Created a positive learning environment to motivate students and reduce anxiety.
  • Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills through interactive activities.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
  • Enhanced students'' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
  • Promoted critical thinking skills through engaging activities and consistent reinforcement of complex concepts.
  • Boosted students' test scores with tailored tutoring sessions focused on individual learning styles and needs.

Work Experience

ACOR Consultants Pty Ltd
11.2023 - 11.2023
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
  • Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes.

Volunteer

Northern Beaches Indoor Sports Center
01.2022 - 11.2022
  • Facilitated workshops for skill development, enhancing participants' confidence and knowledge.
  • Implemented feedback mechanisms to gather insights from volunteers for continuous improvement.
  • Coordinated community outreach initiatives by organizing events that increased awareness of local resources.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
  • Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
  • Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.

Volunteer

Arranounbai School
07.2022 - 09.2022
  • Offered emotional support to special needs students during challenging situations, fostering resilience and growth mindset.
  • Provided one-on-one assistance to special needs students during academic tasks, enhancing their comprehension and retention of material.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive environment for special needs learners.
  • Collaborated with other volunteers and educators to create an inclusive classroom environment for all students.
  • Assisted teachers with the preparation of instructional materials, allowing them to focus on providing direct support to students.
  • Improved the learning experience for special needs students by applying tailored teaching strategies and modifying lesson plans.
  • Helped coordinate efforts between general education teachers and special education staff members ensuring seamless integration into various settings throughout the day.
  • Promoted independence among special needs students by teaching self-advocacy skills and encouraging selfdetermination.
  • Enhanced student engagement by utilizing sensory-based activities and visual aids in lessons.
  • Contributed to the success of school events by supervising special needs students during field trips, assemblies, and extracurricular activities.
  • Utilized creative problem-solving skills to address unique challenges faced by special needs students in various learning environments.
  • Continuously assessed and adapted instructional approaches based on individual student needs, fostering positive academic outcomes for all learners.

Volunteer

Northern Beaches Council
01.2021 - 11.2021
  • Facilitated workshops for skill development, enhancing participants' confidence and knowledge.
  • Implemented feedback mechanisms to gather insights from volunteers for continuous improvement.
  • Coordinated community outreach initiatives by organizing events that increased awareness of local resources.
  • Conducted needs assessments for community programs to identify gaps and areas for improvement.
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Represented Y.A.G positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
  • Boosted fundraising efforts, securing valuable donations through targeted campaigns.
  • Increased cultural awareness with organization of multicultural festivals.
  • Fostered sense of community, organizing neighborhood gatherings.
  • Coordinated and managed volunteer activities for community service projects.
  • Led group discussions and activities to meet different community needs.
  • Approached issues proactively to best meet current and future community needs.

Volunteer

St Luke's Grammar School
09.2019 - 12.2019
  • Facilitated workshops for skill development, enhancing participants' confidence and knowledge.
  • Implemented feedback mechanisms to gather insights from volunteers for continuous improvement.
  • Coordinated community outreach initiatives by organizing events that increased awareness of local resources.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
  • Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
  • Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.


Volunteer

Monika's Doggie Rescue
06.2019 - 06.2019
  • Assured safety of dogs by adhering to leash laws and avoiding hazardous situations.
  • Followed specific instructions from Dog Rescue regarding walking routines and preferences.
  • Communicated with Dog Rescue about dogs' activities and behaviors during walks.
  • Monitored dog behavior during walks, addressing any signs of anxiety or distress.
  • Ensured a safe environment for dogs by closely monitoring interactions and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
  • Collaborated with fellow volunteers to provide comprehensive care for all dogs within the program.
  • Contributed to community outreach efforts, raising awareness about the benefits of dog walking for both animals and humans alike.
  • Implemented structured routines during walks, promoting obedience and discipline among participating dogs.

Education

No Degree - Mathematical Sciences

St Luke's Grammar School
Dee Why, Sydney
09-2025

Skills

  • Positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Organized and efficient
  • Problem-solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Leadership qualities
  • Adaptability and dependability
  • Relationship building
  • Customer service
  • Public speaking
  • Community engagement
  • Decision-making
  • Event setup

Accomplishments

    Academic:

    - Year 7 Mathematics (Average = A grades)

    - Year 8 - 9 Mathematics Accelerated Program (Completed 5.3 for Year 9 and 10)

    - Achieved an overall Level A9 for Year 10 5.3 Mathematics (Level A10 is the highest level)

    - Year 11 (Completed Math Adv and Math Ext 1)

    - Year 12 (Currently only doing Math Adv Course)

    - 1st in Mandarin (2020,2021)

    - 2nd in Mandarin (2022,2023)

    - Monique Rawson Trophy (Student who excels in DT) 2020

    Leadership:

    - School Vice Captain (2025)

    - Junior School Captain (2019)

    - Northern Beaches Youth Advisory Group (2021)

    - Wellbeing Ambassador (2021-23)

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual

Extracurricular activities

Sports:

Basketball -

  • Achieved 1st in Prestigious Melbourne Classics 2023 and 3rd in 2024 (Representative Basketball)
  • 1st in 2024 U18's Basketball NSW State Cup (Representative Basketball)
  • Represented Samoa in the U15 2022 Oceania FIBA Cup (Div A, 3rd Place)
  • Represented Samoa in the U16 2023 Asia FIBA Cup (Div A, 7th Place)
  • Represented Samoa in the U18 2024 Asia FIBA Cup (Div B, 3rd Place)
  • NSW State Team Basketball 2019 and 2020
  • NSW Talented Athletes Program 2019 and 2020
  • 5th best School team in Australia Basketball 2022
  • 1st best School team in NSW 2022
  • Golosky Trophy (Sportsperson of the year) 2019

Athletics -

- Athletics Trophy (Athlete of the year) 2017

  • 5th in the Australia (Shot Put) 2019
  • NSW State Team Athletics 2019 and 2020
  • Trans Tasman Competition (NZ v. AUS)

Other -

- Running

Spoken Arts:

- Public Speaking Comp (2017 - 1st, 2018 - 2nd, 2019 - 1st)

- Debating (2018,2019,2023,2024,2025)

Others:

- Social Basketball for students with special needs


Timeline

Volunteer

St Luke's Grammar School
07.2024 - 09.2024

Tutor

St Luke's Grammar School
02.2024 - 02.2024

Work Experience

ACOR Consultants Pty Ltd
11.2023 - 11.2023

Volunteer

Arranounbai School
07.2022 - 09.2022

Volunteer

Northern Beaches Indoor Sports Center
01.2022 - 11.2022

Volunteer

Northern Beaches Council
01.2021 - 11.2021

Volunteer

St Luke's Grammar School
09.2019 - 12.2019

Volunteer

Monika's Doggie Rescue
06.2019 - 06.2019

No Degree - Mathematical Sciences

St Luke's Grammar School
Azaniah AfualoStudent