Avinay Avil Karan
Roseville,CA
Summary
Passionate and dedicated educator with 13+ years of experience teaching at the primary level in Fiji. Strong commitment to fostering student success and international teaching experience. Eager to contribute skills and expertise to an educational institution in the United States. Goal is to actively contribute to an inclusive learning environment that promotes student growth and academic achievement, ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Gospel Primary School
01.2012 - 10.2024
- Taught primary-level subjects including Mathematics, English, Science, Moral and Civic Education, Physical Education, Music and Arts
- Developed and implemented creative lesson plans tailored to meet the diverse learning needs of students
- Conducted assessments to monitor students' academic progress and provided personalized support for at-risk students
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development and school-wide initiatives
- Led extracurricular activities, including scouts, young farmers, soccer and rugby training, athletics training and school based programs such as Library Week, Assembly, Easter Celebration
- Fostered a positive and inclusive classroom environment, promoting student engagement and active learning
- Supported teachers in delivering high-quality education to diverse student groups through fostering team work
- Assisted in grading assignments, organizing classroom materials, and maintaining a conducive learning environment
- Provided one-on-one tutoring for students needing additional academic support
- Assisted with school-wide events and parent-teacher meetings, enhancing school-community relations
House Keeping and Sales Assistant
Motor Parts Traders
01.2009 - 12.2009
- Cleaned and maintain a neat working environment
- Tidily set up the bulk that was full of tires, oil gallons, car parts and other work-related tools
- Daily wash and clean the tools that were used in mechanical servicing of motor vehicles
- Cleaning and mopping the floor, washroom and wiping windows
- Did sales of motor vehicle parts and car accessories
- Inventory recording of incoming and outgoing parts
Receiving Clerk and Cashier
Shop N Save Suprermarket
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Matched the Local Purchase Order with the Invoice
- Ensuring quality goods and exact quantity of goods as per the invoice were offloaded from cargo vans into the bulk
- Maintaining a stock list and did the stock recording on daily basis
- Placed order of goods for the sales at the supermarket
- Cashing out goods for customers at point-of-sale counter
- Packing customers groceries
- Managing the shelves in seeing that goods are neatly shelved, and the quantity is enough for a day's sale
- Sweeping and moping the floor to ensure cleanliness is paramount
Education
Bachelor of Education - Primary Education
Fiji National University
Nasinu01.2016
Diploma in Primary Education - Primary Education
Fiji National University
Lautoka01.2011
Skills
- Student Engagement Strategies
- Curriculum Design and Lesson Planning
- Student Assessment and Progress Monitoring
- Inclusive Education and Differentiated Instruction
- Proficient in Educational Technologies or Tools
- Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Strong sense of clean atmosphere and surrounding
Ethnicgroup
Fijian
Phonemobile
(916) 8390106
Emailaddresses
- Avinaykaran@yahoo.com
- Avinaykaran31@gmail.com
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 01/08/89
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
- Religion: Hindu
Awards
- Teacher of the Year, Gospel Primary School, [Year 2012 - 2024]
- Recognition for Excellence in Extracurricular Leadership, [Year 2015]
References
- Mr. Jope Ravolaca Kaitoga, Head of School, Gospel Primary School, gospelprimary@yahoo.com, 9200590
- Mr. Paula Manumanunitoga, President, Fijian Teachers Association, pmanumanunitoga@fta.org.fj, 7084206
Extracurricular Activities
Coach - U10, U12 and U14 Soccer Team, School Debate Team, Athletics Team of Gospel Primary School Boys Scouts Club Director, [2012 - 2017] and Young Farmers [2023 - 2024] Organizer of various student-driven community service and fundraising projects at school.
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the information contained in this form and all my correspondence is correct in every detail.
Professional Development
- Attended various workshops and seminars on relevant topics such as literacy development, special education, etc., organized by the Ministry of Education, Fiji.
- Completed training programs on specific teaching methodologies or programs designed to enhance student learning outcomes.
Timeline
Teacher
Gospel Primary School
01.2012 - 10.2024
House Keeping and Sales Assistant
Motor Parts Traders
01.2009 - 12.2009
Receiving Clerk and Cashier
Shop N Save Suprermarket
01.2008 - 12.2008
Bachelor of Education - Primary Education
Fiji National University
Diploma in Primary Education - Primary Education
Fiji National University
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