Shubkarman kaur
Sunnyvale
Summary
Dedicated educator with over four years of experience teaching Punjabi and Sikhism to children aged 3-5 at Khalsa School, fostering patience and understanding. Proven ability to plan and lead engaging recreational activities, ensuring safety and enjoyment for all participants. Multilingual communicator fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, with ongoing studies in Japanese to enhance interaction with diverse student populations. Strong leadership skills demonstrated through various roles in school, complemented by a background in photography that enhances creativity and attention to detail.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
TK Director
Department of Library and Recreation Services
Sunnyvale
11.2024 - Current
- Led diverse recreational activities with enthusiasm and creativity.
- Supervised participants and volunteers, ensuring safety and well-being.
- Effectively communicated with various stakeholders.
- Oversaw community program development and implementation for diverse recreational activities.
- Coordinated staff training and performance evaluations to enhance team effectiveness.
- Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects.
Photographer
Personal Business
SUNNYVALE
06.2023 - Current
- Crafting visually stunning images for diverse clients.
- Managing photography sessions with a collaborative approach.
- Utilizing innovative techniques to enhance photo quality.
- Edited photos using industry-standard software to enhance visual appeal.
Youth Camp Leader
Los Altos Parks & Recreation Department
Los Altos
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Led daily camp activities for youth, ensuring a safe and engaging environment.
- Organized and facilitated group games to promote teamwork and social skills.
- Trained and supervised junior staff in camp procedures and safety protocols.
- Developed lesson plans based on age-appropriate themes and interests.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Aviation And Business
Skills
- Customer service
- Team building
- Project management
- Creative problem solving
- Community engagement
- Language instruction
- Team collaboration
- Goal setting
- Program management
- Camera angles
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Fundraising events
- Donor management
- Financial analysis
Affiliations
Vice President for the SSA club at SJSU
Skills
- Soccer, 1 year, Intermediate
- Badminton, 3 years, 5 months, Expert
- Dancing, 6 years, Advanced
- Softball, 4 years, Intermediate
Volunteer experience
Khalsa School – Punjabi Teacher
Fremont, CA | 2018 – Present
- Teach Punjabi language and culture to children ages 3–5 to help them stay connected to their heritage.
- Manage a classroom assistant and plan weekly lessons and activities.
- Contributed over 200 service hours annually.
EngIn – English Mentor for Ukrainian Students
Remote | 2023 – Present
- Conduct weekly online English lessons for Ukrainian students to improve their conversational and writing skills.
- Mentor new volunteers and assist with program coordination.
Star Kids Church Program – English Teacher
San Jose, CA | 2023 – Present
- Teach English to Vietnamese students, helping them build confidence in speaking and writing.
- Develop engaging lesson plans and interactive learning activities.
Fremont Youth Committee – Officer
Fremont, CA | 2023 – Present
- Organize community events and youth engagement activities.
- Collaborate with local government to promote civic participation among teens.
Silicon Valley Youth Committee – Leader
San Jose, CA | 2023 – Present
- Lead a team of youth volunteers in planning outreach and community service projects.
- Coordinate events promoting leadership and social responsibility.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Punjabi
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Urdu
Native/ Bilingual
Japanese
Limited
Spanish
Limited
Accomplishments
FUHSD climate change organization
Fundraiser
Organizer, KRHV Tower Holiday Fundraiser
Reid-Hillview Airport, San Jose, CA | December 2025
- Organized and led a fundraiser with CFI Nobi Brutin and student pilots to show appreciation for the KRHV Tower controllers.
- Goasl to raise $1000 but made $ 1200 create holiday gift bags with snacks, gift cards, and thank-you notes for 15 tower staff members.
- Coordinated budgeting, shopping, and distribution of gifts to strengthen community ties between student pilots and air traffic controllers.
Certification
Red Cross First Aid
Timeline
TK Director - Department of Library and Recreation Services
11.2024 - Current
Youth Camp Leader - Los Altos Parks & Recreation Department
06.2023 - 08.2023
Photographer - Personal Business
06.2023 - Current
San Jose State University - Some College (No Degree), Aviation And Business