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DHANUSHEA GANESHKUMAR

Mangalore,TAS

Summary

A dedicated and well-organized professional with a strong work ethic, eager to embrace new opportunities. Experienced teacher assistant with a genuine enjoyment of working with children. Demonstrates a caring and professional approach, displaying unwavering dedication to student learning and well-being. Has acquired valuable experience in working with children with learning and behavioral needs. Proven leadership and people management skills through active volunteer engagements. Polite, respectful, and adept at following instructions, while also capable of taking initiative independently.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher Assistant - Student Support Department

Stamford American International School
08.2021 - Current
  • Worked with the Student Support Department to assist students who needed additional learning support in the classroom
  • Implemented strategies and accommodations in the classroom to support students based on their support plan
  • Provided guidance and support to students with behavioral challenges
  • Co-teach students with learning needs to support their success
  • Collaborate with SPED teachers to provide specialized instructions for students with special needs
  • Collaborate with the Behavior Intervention Specialist to provide individualized interventions in and out of the classrooms
  • Documented progress towards behavior goals
  • Worked with the team to problem solve when challenges occur.

Relief Teacher Assistant - Student Support Department

Stamford American International School
01.2020 - 06.2021
  • Worked with the Student Support Department to assist students who needed additional learning support in the classroom
  • Provided guidance and support to students with behavioral challenges.

Research Assistant

Ministry of Education
08.2019 - 11.2019
  • Data Analysis and Data Entry using Microsoft Excel
  • Transcription of audio Files.

Research Assistant

Graduate Programs and Research Office- National Institute of Education(NIE)
08.2004 - 10.2005
  • Undertook Statistical Analysis using SPSS
  • Managed the Data Entry Process.

Computer Instructor

Futurekids
06.1998 - 08.2003
  • Conducted computer classes in Microsoft Office applications for children of age group 8 - 14
  • Trained adults in computer applications.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

University of Madras

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Google Suite
  • Social Media
  • Canva
  • People Management
  • Team Player
  • Proactive
  • Self-Motivated
  • Flexible and open to change
  • Effective writing skills
  • Student Engagement
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Group Instruction
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Feedback implementation
  • Special education
  • Behavior Management
  • Child Development
  • Special Needs Students
  • Classroom Management
  • Learning Assessments

Personal Information

Residency: Singapore Citizen

Other Information

English, Tamil, Reading

Volunteer Experience

  • 01/2018 - Present, Chairperson, Parent Support Group, Edgefield Primary School, Liaised with school teachers to understand their requirements and found suitable volunteers for various activities, Worked with the school in organizing and managing activities, Organized and Planned events and trips for the volunteers
  • 01/2014 - 12/2017, Volunteer, Parent Support Group, Edgefield Primary School, Volunteered and supported the various programs offered by the school, Became a core committee member from January 2015 and took on more responsibilities in managing the PSG, Assisted kids to read better by volunteering in the weekly reading program
  • 01/2012 - 12/2013, Volunteer, Parent Support Group, Jurong West Primary School, Volunteered and supported the various programs offered by the school, Assisted kids to read better by volunteering in the weekly reading program

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Teacher Assistant - Student Support Department

Stamford American International School
08.2021 - Current

Relief Teacher Assistant - Student Support Department

Stamford American International School
01.2020 - 06.2021

Research Assistant

Ministry of Education
08.2019 - 11.2019

Research Assistant

Graduate Programs and Research Office- National Institute of Education(NIE)
08.2004 - 10.2005

Computer Instructor

Futurekids
06.1998 - 08.2003

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

University of Madras
DHANUSHEA GANESHKUMAR