PAMELA OMO AMURUN
Intercultural Team Leader
Toronto,Ontario
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Intercultural Program Team Lead
International Education Centre, University Of Toronto Mississauga
2023.01 - Current
- Supervise and provide guidance to the intercultural program team, ensuring high-quality events and activities that facilitate intercultural education and awareness on the UTM campus
- Demonstrate strong leadership skills by setting clear expectations, providing support, and fostering a collaborative work environment
- Proactively identify opportunities for program improvement and expansion, incorporating insights from team members and stakeholders.
Program Assistant
University of Toronto Mississauga
2021.01 - Current
- Proficiently manage and supervise a cluster of Facilitated Study Groups (FSGs), mentoring facilitators, scheduling sessions, and serving as the main point of contact with course instructors
- Demonstrate keen observation skills to assess and map FSG sessions, providing valuable feedback for continuous improvement
- Review session plans and reflections, offering constructive feedback to enhance the quality and impact of the FSGs
- Effectively respond to student, facilitator, and faculty messages and emails, demonstrating strong communication skills and ensuring timely and accurate information exchange.
Education Studies Developer
University of Toronto Mississauga
2020.01 - 2021.01
- Organized and facilitated language circles to practice English conversation skills in an informal and social group setting
- Developed conversation topics and materials that encouraged meaningful discussions on various subjects
- Incorporated fun and creative activities, such as games and role-plays, to enhance engagement and learning outcomes.
Facilitated Study Group Leader
University Of Toronto, St. George Campus
Toronto , ON
2020.02 - 2020.04
- Conducting study sessions to enhance students' understanding and application of course material
- Created a collaborative learning environment for active engagement with course concepts and development of study skills
- Guided students in problem-solving, note-taking, and critical thinking skills within the specific subject area.
Homework Helper
Yonge Street Mission
Toronto
2018.02 - 2019.08
- Supervised a team of homework helpers, providing guidance and support to children aged 5-11 with their academic tasks
- Tailored explanations and guidance to individual needs and learning styles, fostering patience and understanding .
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics and Statistics
University of Toronto Mississauga
Global and Intercultural Fluency Training Series (GIFTS) -
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON 2023.06 - 2023.06
Skills
Subject matter expertiseundefined
Accomplishments
- Conducted analysis of the cultural and economic implications of globalization, integrating economics and intercultural studies
- Collaborated with diverse teams to analyze case studies on international trade and multinational corporations, considering cultural factors in economic decision-making
- Applied intercultural communication strategies and frameworks to explore the dynamics of international negotiations and their economic outcomes
- Relevant Skills:- Leadership and communication skills in facilitating cultural relations through the GIFTS program
- Commitment to embracing and valuing diversity in academic and professional settings
- Global mindset and the ability to thrive in intercultural environments
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities at the intersection of economics and cultural factors
- Effective communication and collaboration with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
References
Reference #1
Kerrie Martin
Program Manager & Learning Strategist
Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre
kerrie.martin@utoronto.ca
Maanjiwe nendamowinan, MN3251
3359 Mississauga Road
Mississauga, ON
L5L 1C6
416-946-7004
Kerrie is my supervisor in my position as a program assistant at the Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre.
Reference #2
LINDA DUONG
Learning Strategist
Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre (RGASC)
mslinda.duong@utoronto.ca
University of Toronto Mississauga
Maanjiwe nendamowinan 3261
3359 Mississauga Rd, Mississauga, ON, L5L 1C6
(647) 471-3915
Linda is a Learning strategist who supervises me in my role as a program assistant at the Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre.
Reference #3
Dr. Elizabeth Coulson, PhD
Coordinator of Education Studies
Assistant Professor, Department of Language Studies
liz.coulson@utoronto.ca
University of Toronto Mississauga
905.330.3734
Elizabeth Coulson was my professor during many of my courses during my time at the University of Toronto Mississauga
University of Toronto Mississauga
905.330.3734
Timeline
Global and Intercultural Fluency Training Series (GIFTS) -
University of Toronto
2023.06 - 2023.06
Intercultural Program Team Lead
International Education Centre, University Of Toronto Mississauga
2023.01 - Current
Program Assistant
University of Toronto Mississauga
2021.01 - Current
Facilitated Study Group Leader
University Of Toronto, St. George Campus
2020.02 - 2020.04
Education Studies Developer
University of Toronto Mississauga
2020.01 - 2021.01
Homework Helper
Yonge Street Mission
2018.02 - 2019.08
Bachelor of Arts - Economics and Statistics
University of Toronto Mississauga
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