Elizabeth Grasso
Sydney
Summary
A passionate, dedicated, and enthusiastic educator who brings kindness and commitment to my work. My values of respect and patience, combined with an efficient and productive work ethic, highlight my strong leadership skills and personable nature. Through my experience, I have developed the ability to deliver impactful and engaging lessons tailored to diverse student needs. I uphold professionalism and foster collaborative teamwork, contributing to positive student growth and success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Italian Tutor
Self Employed
01.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Provide Italian language tutoring to primary and high school students, integrating cultural elements to students' language comprehension and appreciation.
- Create engaging, interactive lessons that include games, dialogues, and situational practice to promote fluency.
- Build strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and encouraging learning environment tailored to each students' proficiency level..
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Learning Support Officer
St Charles Catholic Primary School
08.2022 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviours using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behaviour management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioural, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Maths and English Tutor
NMW Tutoring
07.2022 - 07.2024
- Enhanced students'' reading and writing skills by implementing interactive and engaging lesson plans.
- Improved students' written and verbal English skills through personalized learning programs.
- Taught students study techniques and strategies for succeeding on grammar and composition tests.
- Developed personalized tutoring sessions based on student needs, leading to improved academic performance.
- Kept accurate records of each tutoring session, tracking attendance, progress notes, and areas for future focus.
- Collaborated with fellow tutors to share best practices and improve overall effectiveness of the tutoring program.
- Established rapport with students, fostering open communication and creating a supportive learning atmosphere.
Receptionist
Dock Dental
02.2022 - 12.2023
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
- Cultivated positive relationships with clients through professional demeanour and excellent interpersonal skills.
Waitress
Locantro Fine Foods
12.2014 - 03.2020
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
Education
Bachelor of Education Majoring in Italian Studies - Primary Education And Languages
Australian Catholic University
North Strathfield, NSW12-2025
High School Diploma -
International Grammar School
Ultimo, NSW11-2018
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Empathetic Communication
- Efficiently Organized
- Positive and passionate
- Bilingual education
- Safe, positive learning environment
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Interpersonal communication
- Classroom management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Professional Working
Timeline
Italian Tutor
Self Employed
01.2024 - Current
Learning Support Officer
St Charles Catholic Primary School
08.2022 - Current
Maths and English Tutor
NMW Tutoring
07.2022 - 07.2024
Receptionist
Dock Dental
02.2022 - 12.2023
Waitress
Locantro Fine Foods
12.2014 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Education Majoring in Italian Studies - Primary Education And Languages
Australian Catholic University
High School Diploma -
International Grammar School
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