Hazel Simpo
Dubai
Summary
A highly skilled Academic with an impressive background specializing in administrative and academic work and office support for over three years. Concretely utilize strong communication skills to communicate well with students, parents and other employees. Energetic and ambitious professional with several years of hands-on experience counseling students regarding curriculum and career choices. Bringing forth the ability to enhance administrative services and assist in the effective development and operation of student services at the college.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Mentor
Ntsika Secondary School
Grahamstown
2020.01 - 2021.12
- Implemented after-school tutoring and mentoring programs for learners falling behind in classes, including one-on-one instructions and group teaching.
- Prepared mentoring sessions materials, bulletin board displays, equipment, and demonstrations for over 30 learners.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior, and procedures for maintaining order.
- Organized and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and field trips.
- Actively improved school's pass rate to 90% in 2020 and 2021.
Psychology Tutor
Rhodes University
Grahamstown
2019.01 - 2021.12
- Detected the specific needs of each student, monitored their progress and made adjustments in lesson plans when necessary.
- Participated in professional development activities to improve tutorial skills and grow cultural competence and reflection skills.
- Marked over 40 weekly assignments and tutorial tasks; tracked progress and identified areas of improvement.
- Developed students´ skills, including studying strategies and helping them to improve their learning process.
- Administered feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and build confidence.
Student Administrative Assistant
Rhodes University, Student Bureau
Grahamstown
2020.01 - 2021.06
- Served as an assistant to all administrative personnel and acted as the first point of contact for prospective and enrolled students.
- Served as a Student Advisor, helping students define and follow their academic path more clearly via emails, calls and physical consultation
- Made over 200 (semester peak-time) copies, faxed documents, and provided optimal administrative support
- Established innovative ideas about organizing systems. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I spearheaded the couriering of over 1000 graduates' certificates worldwide.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management
Social Work Intern
Child Welfare South
Grahamstown
2018.01 - 2018.06
- Conducted daily and weekly home and school visits to investigate allegations of abuse or neglect of children.
- Provided assessments to determine whether a parent or guardian is fit to provide care.
- Evaluated whether a child should be temporarily or permanently removed from his living situation and placed children with foster care or adoptive families
- Completed extensive documentation, maintained over 25 daily case files and performed other types of administrative tasks.
- Offered employment counseling and provided referrals to community outreach programs to help clients gain independence.
Education
Master of Social Sciences - Psychology
Rhodes University
Grahamstown, South Africa10.2022
Bachelor of Social Sciences, Honours - Psychology
Rhodes University
Grahamstown, South Africa04.2020
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of Fort Hare
Alice, South Africa05.2019
Skills
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Adaptability
- Ability to Work in Teams
- Ability to Multitask
- Effective Time Management
- Computer Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Customer Service
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Learner Assessment
- Student Guidance
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
High School Mentor
Ntsika Secondary School
2020.01 - 2021.12
Student Administrative Assistant
Rhodes University, Student Bureau
2020.01 - 2021.06
Psychology Tutor
Rhodes University
2019.01 - 2021.12
Social Work Intern
Child Welfare South
2018.01 - 2018.06
Master of Social Sciences - Psychology
Rhodes University
Bachelor of Social Sciences, Honours - Psychology
Rhodes University
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of Fort Hare
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