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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Affiliations
Certification
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Melody Fong

Liverpool,NSW

Summary

Seasoned music teacher with over 18 years' experience working with young children. Highly-motivated, strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Music Teacher

VIP Music
Chatswood
05.2005 - Current
  • Created individual lesson plans for each student based on their skill level and interests in music.
  • Organized and conducted weekly group classes to teach basic music theory and performance skills.
  • Assigned pieces of music for students to practice at home, monitored progress, and provided feedback.
  • Performed regular assessments of student development to measure progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
  • Maintained a positive learning environment by providing encouragement and constructive criticism during lessons.
  • Engaged students through creative activities such as songwriting exercises or arranging games that are fun but also help them learn important concepts like rhythm or harmony.
  • Motivated and coached students of varying levels to play songs and jingles.

Store Manager

Toyland
Mount Druitt
10.2004 - 06.2005
  • Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.
  • Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
  • Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
  • Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and promotions.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.

Sales Assistant

Toyland
Burwood
07.2003 - 10.2004
  • Greeted customers and provided assistance with product selection.
  • Assisted in creating displays to promote products.
  • Informed customers about current promotions and discounts.
  • Replenished merchandise on shelves as needed throughout the day.
  • Provided customer service by answering questions, resolving problems, and responding to complaints in a timely manner.
  • Maintained cleanliness of the sales floor area at all times.
  • Adhered to all company policies and procedures regarding safety regulations, security measures, attendance policies.
  • Ensured that all promotional materials were properly displayed in their designated areas.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
  • Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
  • Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.

Music Teacher's Assistant

Marte Schutte
Fairfield
06.1995 - 06.1997
  • Instructed students on various musical concepts such as rhythm, pitch, melody and harmony.
  • Demonstrated performance techniques to students during lesson.
  • Monitored student progress in music theory and practical skills development.
  • Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with beginner students.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Biology

University of Technology
Sydney
06-2002

Certificate III - Early Childhood Education And Care

Foundation Education
Sydney

Skills

  • Curriculum Development and Lesson Planning
  • Classroom Management
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Lesson Planning
  • Student needs assessment
  • Adaptive Teaching Methods
  • Time management abilities
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Effective Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Active Listening

Languages

English
Professional
Chinese (Cantonese)
Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual

Affiliations

  • Singing
  • Dancing
  • Cooking
  • Annual Charity Event

Certification

  • Working with Children Check
  • First Aid in education and care setting

Timeline

Music Teacher

VIP Music
05.2005 - Current

Store Manager

Toyland
10.2004 - 06.2005

Sales Assistant

Toyland
07.2003 - 10.2004

Music Teacher's Assistant

Marte Schutte
06.1995 - 06.1997

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Biology

University of Technology

Certificate III - Early Childhood Education And Care

Foundation Education

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