SHADMAN RAFIQ
Toronto,Canada
Summary
I am a motivated and fast learner who is currently looking to obtain a position that will enable me to maximize my strong organizational skills, educational background and ability to work well with people. I hope to extend my knowledge of a proper workplace, to challenge myself and improve my work habits even further. Health Policy and Canadian Studies major from the University of Toronto, skilled especially in leadership, public service, research and data analysis and public speaking.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Counsellor, University Applications Handler and Academic English Curriculum Instructor
Uforse Education
11.2019 - Current
- Working as an Education Counsellor for prospective local and international university students
- Working as a University Applications Handler for prospective local and international students
- Working as an Academic English Curriculum Level 2 and Level 3 Language Instructor
- Help clients pursuing a post-secondary education decide what path would be their best fit and align with their best interests
- Prospective students who have no familiarity with the education systems of Canada and The United States require guidance on the specifics of provincial application. I am well-versed in the application process of every province and state.
- Most prospective students come in with no idea or direction of what they want to pursue
- As an Education Counsellor, I guide them through the daunting transition into individual post-secondary education. Through multiple meeting sessions with each client, I work with them to understand what they have a desire for or rooting interests in, what they have accomplished and had success in so far, what kind of future they may want professionally as well as a personal examination of their personality, work ethic and potential
- Through analysis of that pool of information I gather in our sessions, I counsel each individual client on what career path(s) may fit them best and what Universities and programs allow them to best pursue said path(s)
- To date, I have counseled over a hundred clients with their post-secondary education path, helping them realize their path and potential and guiding them towards a direction that is best suited for their educational and future professional goals
- I have counseled prospective students entering Bachelors, Masters and the PhD levels of post-secondary education. I have guided clients from a large age range and many different backgrounds, all in the pursuit of direction and clarity in their professional life
- I handle the applications for clients whom I provided guidance and counseling as well. I have handled applications for students entering primarily Canadian and American universities, as well as some British, Chinese and Australian universities.
- In this role, I guide applicants through the process and thoroughly review/edit all their applications in detail ensuring it aligns with their own educational interests as well as the requirements of the university and city of education they pursue
- I handle applications for applicants at the Bachelors, Masters and PhD levels, with a very high success rate of admission for my clients on all three fronts
- Teaching new student residents of Canada both at the high school and post-secondary levels the fundamentals of academic English reading, writing and speaking
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Research Assistant
Sick Kids Hospital
06.2015 - 08.2016
- Worked as an assistant to researchers of congenital heart defects in children, duties included:
- Research Participant recruitment, where I would talk to patients and gauge their interest in participating in the study
- Documenting socio economic and family information including medical history and direct communication with the participants and their parents / legal guardians
- Summarizing the case profiles for researchers, documenting and outlining all the findings made through the study
- Researched medical articles on Congenital Heart disease in adults for the researchers
USMC Commuter Ambassador
St. Michael's College at the University of Toronto
08.2016 - 04.2017
- Part of the team in charge of organizing and hosting events for students who live elsewhere / off campus and commute to school
- Help commuting students with on-campus and core downtown activities, finding social groups and outings
- Helping students who do not live in the immediate university vicinity find a sense of community and belonging
Children's Ministry & Tutor
Baitul Aman
01.2016 - 07.2016
- Taught classes of 8-10 young children English, Mathematics and other subjects as needed.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students build helpful study habits and effective learning strategies.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence.
Food Service & Equipment Manager
Baitul Aman
08.2015 - 09.2015
- Seasonal work as leader of the dinner service crew at the mosque, in charge of setting up the dinner hall and serving food to attendees, as well as cleanup duties
- Also responsible for managing all mosque equipment
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Health Studies, Canadian Studies, Women & Gender Studies
University of Toronto
Toronto, Ontario06.2021
Certificate of Occupational Health And Safety - Occupational Health And Safety
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON10.2018
Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Teamwork
- Independence
- Microsoft Office
- Analytical Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Work Ethic
- Reliability
- Responsibility
- Oral Communication
- Written Communication
- Detail-oriented
- Punctuality
- Healthcare Knowledge
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Bengali
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Education Counsellor, University Applications Handler and Academic English Curriculum Instructor
Uforse Education
11.2019 - Current
USMC Commuter Ambassador
St. Michael's College at the University of Toronto
08.2016 - 04.2017
Children's Ministry & Tutor
Baitul Aman
01.2016 - 07.2016
Food Service & Equipment Manager
Baitul Aman
08.2015 - 09.2015
Research Assistant
Sick Kids Hospital
06.2015 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Health Studies, Canadian Studies, Women & Gender Studies
University of Toronto
Certificate of Occupational Health And Safety - Occupational Health And Safety
University of Toronto
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