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Tanjim Alam

Brampton,ON

Summary

Skilled individual with passion for helping students reach academic goals, and open doors for success. Creates engaging learning experiences tailored to meet individual student needs through using an open line of communication with students and parents. Also, a smart candidate who develops strategies to help students bolster academic performance, and build a bridge from knowledge and daily life.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Tutor/Mentor

Scholars Education Centre
11.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
  • Worked with maximum 3:1 ratio to ensure targeted help was being achieved.

Warehouse Worker

Amazon YHM5
11.2021 - 10.2022
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
  • Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
  • Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
  • Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
  • Lifted up to 50lbs daily.

Cashier

NoFrills
05.2019 - 11.2021
  • Trained in PC Express.
  • Interacted with customers daily with positive attitude.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
  • Managed over 100 customers and families per day.

Banquet Server

Embassy Grand Convention Centre
09.2018 - 01.2019
  • Set up banquet tables and chairs based on event requirements.
  • Carried out professional service, retaining polite and friendly approach at all times.
  • Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
  • Arranged linens and table settings according to seating plan and event theme.
  • Handled parties of more than 500 guests with use of team collaboration.

Office Assistant

COSTI Immigration Office
09.2017 - 01.2019
  • Volunteered as office assistant.
  • Made photocopies and filed forms to ensure organized work space.
  • Assisted in creating events for seniors and members of COSTI to further promote and support business.
  • Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy, Sociology, & South Asian Humanities

University of Toronto Mississauga
Mississauga, ON
11.2023

Skills

    • Problem-Solving Skills
    • Learning Modalities
    • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
    • Group and Individual Instruction
    • Critical Thinking
    • Fluent in English and Bengali
      • Can speak and understand French moderately (able to teach/tutor up to high school French)
      • Email Software
      • Able to manage groups ranging from grades JK-12
      • Instructional Methods
      • Assess Students
      • Activity-Based Learning

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Bengali
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working

Timeline

Tutor/Mentor

Scholars Education Centre
11.2022 - Current

Warehouse Worker

Amazon YHM5
11.2021 - 10.2022

Cashier

NoFrills
05.2019 - 11.2021

Banquet Server

Embassy Grand Convention Centre
09.2018 - 01.2019

Office Assistant

COSTI Immigration Office
09.2017 - 01.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy, Sociology, & South Asian Humanities

University of Toronto Mississauga
Tanjim Alam