Giselle Gravesande
St George
Summary
Confident young professional with a passion for learning and development. Eager to leverage education and training in the construction industry to support the growth and success, of a high-performing organization. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Strong track record of setting effective goals and leading teams to achieve those goals. Committed to continuous improvement and driving team sucess.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor
The University of the West Indies
09.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Provided appropriate learning materials for students.
- Identified learning needs and implemented fun and engaging learning activities to help students advance.
- Improved test scores by focusing on reading comprehension, math, and critical thinking skills through one-on-one tutoring sessions.
- Tutored struggling, average and advanced students in [Mandarin, Engineering Statistics] course materials.
Volunteer
Rotaract Club of Dailan
10.2015 - 08.2018
- Assisted with special events or programs.
- Maintained clean, neat and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Greeted visitors and answered questions about program, requirements and opportunities.
- Volunteered with groups and organizations to help make measurable differences for program recipients.
- Coordinated food, clothing and household items for the Purple Dragon (紫龙) home for the elderly.
- Met with other volunteers and program leaders to discuss new service opportunities.
- Engaged in community outreach to aid program mission centered on community support and enrichment.
- Organized and managed events and projects as part of community support services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
The University of The West Indies
St Augustine, Trinidad & Tobago2024
Associate of Arts - Mandarin
NorthEast Normal University (东北师范大学）
ChangChun, China06.2015
Associate of Science - Building Technology (Hons.)
T. A. Marryshow Community College
St George's, Grenada2012
Skills
- Activity-Based Learning
- MathLab
- Organization and Planning Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Microsoft Office
- Records Maintenance
- Proficient in EndNote
- MIDAS
- AutoCad
- SketchUp
Timeline
Tutor
The University of the West Indies
09.2022 - Current
Volunteer
Rotaract Club of Dailan
10.2015 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
The University of The West Indies
Associate of Arts - Mandarin
NorthEast Normal University (东北师范大学）
Associate of Science - Building Technology (Hons.)
T. A. Marryshow Community College
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