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Rukhshanda Iftikhar

Flowerdale

Summary

Educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curricula. Skilled in fostering collaborative environments and driving student success. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic educational settings. Expertise in classroom management, lesson planning, and educational technology.

Experienced with developing engaging lesson plans and fostering positive learning environment. Utilizes innovative teaching methods to meet diverse student needs. Strong understanding of classroom management and effective communication techniques.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Educator

YMCA
07.2024 - 07.2025
  • Plan, implement, and evaluate age-appropriate learning programs that support children’s physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development.
  • Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment for children.
  • Observe, record, and assess children’s individual progress and developmental needs.
  • Encourage curiosity, creativity, and independence through play-based and structured learning activities.
  • Foster positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
  • Guide children in developing self-help skills, positive behavior, and social interaction.
  • Promote cultural awareness, respect, and inclusivity in the classroom.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and licensing requirements at all times.
  • Communicate regularly with parents/guardians about children’s progress, needs, and achievements.
  • Collaborate with co-educators and support staff to maintain high-quality early learning standards.
  • Participate in professional development and training to stay updated with best practices.

Assistant Educator

Eden Academy Glenelg
06.2024 - 07.2024
  • Supporting lead educators in creating nurturing environments and facilitating developmental activities for young children.
  • Assisting lead educators in implementing curriculum and activities that support children's development.
  • Supervising children during indoor and outdoor playtime to ensure safety and engagement.
  • Providing basic care such as feeding, diapering, and comforting children as needed.
  • Collaborating with colleagues and parents to monitor children's progress and address any concerns.
  • Maintaining a clean and organized classroom environment conducive to learning and exploration.
  • Key responsibilities

Educator

National Public School
01.2022
  • Regularly engage students in “open talk” times, developing team building activities that have enhanced student motivation and teamwork by 30%.
  • Create and adapt lesson plans according to students’ academic needs, including both individual and group work.
  • Maintain an open-door policy for parent/teacher conferences three days a week.

Part-Time Tutor

01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Collaborated with 20+ students per week to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
  • Planned lessons for the allotted time to strengthen weak subjects, increasing academic progress by 55%.
  • Organized three group tutoring sessions per month to help students struggling in similar areas.

Education

Certificate 3 - Early Childhood Education and Care Australia

Block Learning Pty Ltd
01.2024

Master - Computer Science

Arid Agriculture University
01.2020

Bachelor - Computer Science

Punjab University
01.2018

Higher Secondary School Certificate - undefined

Post Graduate College
01.2015

Secondary School Certificate - undefined

Fauji Foundation Model School
01.2013

Skills

  • Child Development
  • Safety Awareness
  • Communication Skills
  • Creativity
  • Problem-solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Organization
  • Multitasking

Certification

  • Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
  • Provide basic emergency life support.
  • Provide First Aid.
  • Provide First Aid in education and care setting.
  • Attended Manual Handling Training.
  • Sleep course certifications.
  • RRHAN-EC Masterclass Workshop.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Urdu
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Assistant Educator

YMCA
07.2024 - 07.2025

Assistant Educator

Eden Academy Glenelg
06.2024 - 07.2024

Educator

National Public School
01.2022

Part-Time Tutor

01.2015 - 01.2017

Master - Computer Science

Arid Agriculture University

Bachelor - Computer Science

Punjab University

Higher Secondary School Certificate - undefined

Post Graduate College

Secondary School Certificate - undefined

Fauji Foundation Model School

Certificate 3 - Early Childhood Education and Care Australia

Block Learning Pty Ltd

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