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ATHENA LEIGH KARUMCHUND

INTERMEDIATE PHASE EDUCATOR: SACE NUMBER: 13021259
Durban

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record in fostering student success through innovative teaching strategies and effective communication. Excelled as a Student Teacher, enhancing student engagement and comprehension with technology integration and interactive activities. Skilled in classroom management and lesson planning, adept at promoting self-directed learning and improving student outcomes.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

After-School Tutor

Parent Of Child
08.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with student to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
  • Motivated student towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Supported student with helpful study habits and exam strategies.

Fourth Grade Student Teacher

02.2024 - 03.2024
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
  • Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons.


Student Teacher, Sixth Grade

02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Actively participated in professional development opportunities, continually improving teaching skills and staying current on best practices in education.
  • Consistently demonstrated professionalism by adhering to established guidelines and policies set forth by the school district while maintaining high ethical standards throughout all interactions with students, families, and staff members.

Student Teacher

02.2022 - 10.2022
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices from Grades 4 to 7.
  • Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
  • Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
  • Continuously improved teaching practices through professional development opportunities, staying current with educational trends and research.
  • Incorporated real-world applications into lessons, making content relevant and relatable for students.

Student Teacher

08.2021 - 09.2021
  • Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.

Education

BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN INTERMEDIATE PHASE - Education

STADIO HIGHER EDUCATION
Durban, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

    Parent communication

    Teaching strategies

    Self-directed learning

    Classroom management

    Time management

    Technology integration

    Organizational skills

    Lesson planning

    Effective communication

    Student records management

    Modern teaching methods

    Student tutoring

    Science teaching

Timeline

After-School Tutor

Parent Of Child
08.2024 - Current

Fourth Grade Student Teacher

02.2024 - 03.2024

Student Teacher, Sixth Grade

02.2023 - 05.2023

Student Teacher

02.2022 - 10.2022

Student Teacher

08.2021 - 09.2021

BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN INTERMEDIATE PHASE - Education

STADIO HIGHER EDUCATION
04.2001 -
ATHENA LEIGH KARUMCHUNDINTERMEDIATE PHASE EDUCATOR: SACE NUMBER: 13021259