Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Candice Varathaiah

Adminstrator/ Educator
Durban,KZN

Summary

Dynamic Administrative Executive with a proven track record at Nala Finery, excelling in logistical planning and database coordination. Adept at enhancing operational efficiency through innovative document management systems. Strong interpersonal skills foster collaboration, while proficiency in Microsoft Office ensures meticulous file organization and preparation. Committed to driving success in fast-paced environments.

Administrative professional prepared to drive operational efficiencies and organizational success. Known for improving office workflows and managing executive support functions effectively. Dependable team player who adapts to changing needs and consistently delivers results. Proficient in scheduling, correspondence management, and project coordination.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Executive

Nala Finery
08.2024 - Current


  • Website updates
  • Photography
  • Social Media
  • Invoicing
  • Supplier Management
  • Payments
  • Stock Take
  • Ordering/Purchasing
  • Reporting
  • Basic Administration
  • Customer Services: Complaints, Payments, and Queries.

Online English Teacher

Native Camp
05.2024 - Current
  • Worked with students between ages 6 and 45 on grammar, pronunciation and sentence construction.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive virtual classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Assisted students with goal-setting and provided guidance in developing personalized study plans for long-term success in English language proficiency.

Screenwriter

International Screenwriters Association
04.2023 - Current
  • Pitched original screenplay concepts to major studios and production companies, securing development deals and funding for film projects.
  • Navigated complex legal requirements related to copyright issues and intellectual property rights when adapting existing materials for new projects.
  • Participated in writers'' rooms for television series, contributing ideas and crafting episodes that aligned with overarching show themes.
  • Formatted screenplays into usable scripts.
  • Ensured continuity in characters'' voices by maintaining consistent tone throughout scripts during rewrites.

Online English Teacher

Preply
01.2023 - Current
  • Worked with students between ages 3 and 50 on grammar, pronunciation and sentence construction.
  • Boosted student confidence through tailored feedback and individualized support in areas of improvement.
  • Enhanced students'' language skills by focusing on reading, writing, speaking, and listening activities.
  • Gently corrected student pronunciation and grammar to improve conversation skills.

Online English Teacher

Cambly
11.2018 - 12.2022
  • Incorporated diverse teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles and engage all students in the material effectively.
  • Worked with students between ages 5 and 65 on grammar, pronunciation and sentence construction.

Au Pair

Cultural Care
10.2017 - 10.2018
  • Acted as a responsible role model by demonstrating respect, kindness, and healthy habits to the host family''s children.
  • Maintained open communication with parents regarding their children's progress, needs, and any concerns that arose during the au pair placement period.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Enhanced family''s daily routine by providing attentive childcare and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment.
  • Implemented daily routine to maintain structure and stability
  • Improved children''s language skills through engaging conversations and interactive language games.
  • Collaborated closely with parents to establish consistent routines expectations promoting stability security for their children.

Administrative Executive

Pravesh Sookraj and Associates
10.2014 - 09.2017
  • Implemented document management system that streamlined filing processes and facilitated easy retrieval of information.
  • Scheduled appointments and meetings, organized materials and prepared rooms.
  • Collected data, input records, and protected electronic files.
  • Handled confidential information with utmost discretion, ensuring sensitive data was protected from unauthorized access.

Teacher

Pamil Language School
09.2013 - 09.2014
  • 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.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.

Education

Masters - Teaching English As A Second Language

Global TEFL UK, United Kingdom
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing And Media

University Of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban
04.2001 -

Skills

Administrative management

Timeline

Administrative Executive - Nala Finery
08.2024 - Current
Online English Teacher - Native Camp
05.2024 - Current
Screenwriter - International Screenwriters Association
04.2023 - Current
Online English Teacher - Preply
01.2023 - Current
Online English Teacher - Cambly
11.2018 - 12.2022
Au Pair - Cultural Care
10.2017 - 10.2018
Administrative Executive - Pravesh Sookraj and Associates
10.2014 - 09.2017
Teacher - Pamil Language School
09.2013 - 09.2014
Global TEFL UK - Masters, Teaching English As A Second Language
04.2001 -
University Of KwaZulu-Natal - Bachelor of Arts, Marketing And Media
04.2001 -
Candice Varathaiah Adminstrator/ Educator