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Monisha Gounder

Cessnock,NSW

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at the Ministry of Education, excelling in fostering student engagement and enhancing parental involvement. Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and recognized for strong communication and organizational abilities. Committed to continuous improvement and empowering others, driving positive outcomes in educational settings.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Educator

Community Kids Cessnock
01.2025 - Current
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and implementing effective classroom management strategies.
  • Increased parent involvement with regular communication regarding children's progress, concerns, and accomplishments.
  • Boosted chuldren confidence in their abilities by providing consistent feedback and personalized support.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills in children by challenging them with complex problems and thought-provoking questions during free play

Banking Customer Service Representative

Foundever AU
10.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assisted in fraud prevention efforts by closely monitoring customer accounts and reporting suspicious activity as required.
  • Participated in regular training sessions to stay up-to-date on industry trends, regulatory changes, and product offerings.
  • Reduced wait times for customers by efficiently handling high volumes of calls and resolving issues quickly.
  • Assisted customers in navigating online banking platforms, improving their overall digital banking experience.

Trainee Educator

Reggio Academy
03.2023 - 08.2023

• Strong ability to look after children aged between 6weeks to 5

• Qualified in CPR and first aid procedure

• Good knowledge of safety procedures required for safe playing

• Ability to develop and implement child development programs

• Focused, versatile and dependable

• Excellent personal motivation

Sandwich Artist

Subway Emerton
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Greeted guests, promoted specials, and took orders.
  • Operated the cash register with accuracy, ensuring proper handling of transactions.
  • Kept workplace clean and organized in line with restaurant policies.
  • Increased speed of service through effective multitasking and time management skills.

Teacher

Ministry Of Education
06.2017 - 02.2023
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
  • Guided students through college application process, increasing number of students accepted into their first-choice institutions.
  • Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
  • Pioneered sustainability project that educated students on environmental issues and solutions.
  • Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.

Operations Manager

Echo Security Service
03.2014 - 06.2017
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.

Accounts Clerk

Pacific Security Services
01.2013 - 12.2013
  • Provided clerical support to department, such as filing, copying and restocking supplies.
  • Maintained compliance with all established guidelines and legal requirements.
  • Implemented innovative filing systems that significantly improved document retrieval time and efficiency.
  • Received and entered vendor bills, printed checks and set up electronic debits.

Education

Certificate III - Early Childhood Education And Care

TAFE NSW
NSW
12.2023

Bachelor Of Education - Geography

Fiji National University
Fiji
06.2017

Skills

    Ability to learn and adopt to change

    Team player

    Good with Microsoft Office Suite eg Excel and Word

    Positive working attitude and reliable

    Good written and oral communication

    Time management

    Organization and attention to detail

    Value integrity and decency

Timeline

Assistant Educator

Community Kids Cessnock
01.2025 - Current

Banking Customer Service Representative

Foundever AU
10.2024 - 12.2024

Trainee Educator

Reggio Academy
03.2023 - 08.2023

Sandwich Artist

Subway Emerton
02.2023 - 08.2023

Teacher

Ministry Of Education
06.2017 - 02.2023

Operations Manager

Echo Security Service
03.2014 - 06.2017

Accounts Clerk

Pacific Security Services
01.2013 - 12.2013

Certificate III - Early Childhood Education And Care

TAFE NSW

Bachelor Of Education - Geography

Fiji National University
Monisha Gounder