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Liana Anklesaria

Brisbane

Summary

I am passionate about promoting diversity and international cultural relations within the education field. My background and own practices thoroughly incorporate my desire to create community through language.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elicos Teacher

Sun Pacific College Brisbane
01.2025 - 02.2025
  • Taught full-time general English classes, primarily at intermediate level
  • Experience teaching mixed-level classes
  • Taught elective classes such as job support (interviews, CVs, barista/hospo English, information about jobs in Queensland) and Australian Culture (accent, slang, history)
  • Maintained thorough compliance with ASQA
  • Administrative tasks via STARS and microsoft platforms
  • Student counselling and homestay support
  • Assisted with after class activities (nature visits, special events etc)


ESOL Teacher

New Zealand Language Centres (NZLC)
08.2023 - 11.2024
  • Experience teaching beginner-advanced general English classes to adults and young learner students of all backgrounds
  • Taught engaging lessons regarding broad and niche topics in all areas. Experience in academic, business and casual English etc
  • Enhanced professional development by attending workshops, seminars and conferences via English New Zealand
  • Ensured students are supported in their studies and life in NZ
  • Educated about immigration and visa requirements for international students
  • Promoted diversity and unique cultural experiences
  • Facilitated tour groups for young learners and international teachers around Auckland
  • Taught additional support classes such as power-speaking, study support, pronunciation and TOEIC to elementary- upper intermediate students

ESOL Teacher

Ark Gaigo
12.2022 - 02.2023
  • Taught Japanese kindergarten- adult age students
  • Experience with small groups and private lessons
  • Primarily focused on English conversation and reading
  • Fostered cultural connections between Japan and New Zealand

Literacy and Maths Tutor

Seeds of Knowledge
01.2025 - Current
  • Tutor for prep- year 6 children for reading, writing and maths under the Australian curriculum
  • Constantly in communication with parents and providing reports/feedback
  • Creative methods to encourage children to enjoy learning

Piano Teacher

Brisbane Piano Studio
01.2025 - Current
  • Teaching after school individual piano lessons for primary- high school aged students
  • Followed classical methods and the Australian Music Examinations Board

Front of House/Cafe Staff

L's Espresso Cafe
12.2024 - 01.2025
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering prompt and courteous service in a fast-paced cafe environment.
  • Assisted with cleaning and patisserie-related tasks
  • Maintained a comfortable and sophisticated environment for customers

Student Disabilities Service Support Staff

The University of Auckland
03.2023 - 10.2024
  • Notetaker to aid students for Communications321 (Journalism in the modern era) and Pacific 314 (History of the Pacific from 1900)
  • Test supervisor, reader and writer for students who require special conditions or support
  • Clear communication style, sound understanding of conditions and provide a safe and comfortable environment for students

Piano and Music Theory Relief Teacher

Howick School of Music
06.2022 - 10.2024
  • Taught group and private lessons for primary-college age students
  • Taught all genres of music, mostly through classical methods
  • Experience with ABRSM and Trinity College London exams

Early Childhood Educator

Bear Park Remuera
07.2023 - 07.2023
  • Aided with the care of children under 5 by providing a nurturing and supportive education, especially with language, creativity and emotional development
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families and children
  • Boosted children's social skills development
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment to maintain safety and cleanliness

English Tutor

Kip McGrath Education Centres (Pakuranga)
01.2020 - 06.2023
  • Worked with primary- college students both in-centre and online
  • Taught all English-related skills, especially academic writing
  • Prepared college students for exams under the NZ curriculum
  • Experience with students of all backgrounds regarding ethnicity, religion, disabilities, sexuality and gender
  • Often worked with youth from troubled backgrounds

Student Design and Administration

Unify Group- The University of Auckland
01.2021 - 12.2022
  • Aided with student representation, designing student services and providing feedback regarding university administration systems

Art Teaching Assistant

Gu Education
01.2019 - 12.2022
  • Taught groups of primary age children painting and drawing fundamentals through classical technique
  • Assisted with childcare and activities for holiday programs

Piano and Music Theory Teacher

WE Classical Music
01.2021 - 06.2021
  • Taught individual lessons of classical piano and music theory to kindergarten- college age students
  • Arranged pieces and delivered fully engaging lessons
  • Prepared students for ABRSM exams
  • Coordinated concerts and recitals

Retail Assistant and Shoe Repairer/Engraver

Alex The Cobbler
01.2016 - 12.2019
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise and suggest suitable shoe items
  • Aided with shoe repairs and engraving of trophies, medals, pet tags etc

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature And Japanese

University of Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand

CELTA

Languages International
Auckland, New Zealand

Comparative International Law (elective Paper)

Osaka University
Osaka, Japan

Ishikawa Japanese Cultural And Language Exchange

Ishikawa Foundation For International Exchange
Ishikawa, Japan

Japanese Sociology (virtual Course Exchange)

Waseda University
Tokyo, Japan

IELTS Teacher Training Certificate

TESOL Australia
Brisbane, Australia

Skills

  • Confident in clear communication
  • Essential IT skills
  • Positive attitude and patient personality
  • Creativity and organization

Accomplishments

  • University of Auckland's Global Citizen Co-Curricular Award
  • Pakuranga College Top Scholar Award
  • Prizes for Art History and Classical Studies
  • Participant in the University of Auckland's Art Scholars Program
  • Osaka University Sustainable Development Goals intensive course representative
  • Class Rep for Japanese and Chinese Language courses

Certification

  • First Aid Certificate
  • ABRSM certificates in piano

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Limited Working

Timeline

Elicos Teacher

Sun Pacific College Brisbane
01.2025 - 02.2025

Literacy and Maths Tutor

Seeds of Knowledge
01.2025 - Current

Piano Teacher

Brisbane Piano Studio
01.2025 - Current

Front of House/Cafe Staff

L's Espresso Cafe
12.2024 - 01.2025

ESOL Teacher

New Zealand Language Centres (NZLC)
08.2023 - 11.2024

Early Childhood Educator

Bear Park Remuera
07.2023 - 07.2023

Student Disabilities Service Support Staff

The University of Auckland
03.2023 - 10.2024

ESOL Teacher

Ark Gaigo
12.2022 - 02.2023

Piano and Music Theory Relief Teacher

Howick School of Music
06.2022 - 10.2024

Student Design and Administration

Unify Group- The University of Auckland
01.2021 - 12.2022

Piano and Music Theory Teacher

WE Classical Music
01.2021 - 06.2021

English Tutor

Kip McGrath Education Centres (Pakuranga)
01.2020 - 06.2023

Art Teaching Assistant

Gu Education
01.2019 - 12.2022

Retail Assistant and Shoe Repairer/Engraver

Alex The Cobbler
01.2016 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature And Japanese

University of Auckland

CELTA

Languages International

Comparative International Law (elective Paper)

Osaka University

Ishikawa Japanese Cultural And Language Exchange

Ishikawa Foundation For International Exchange

Japanese Sociology (virtual Course Exchange)

Waseda University

IELTS Teacher Training Certificate

TESOL Australia
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