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TESHANI SELVAKUMAR

TORONTO,ON

Summary

Enthusiastic and adaptable undergraduate Biomedical Sciences student at York University with hands-on experience in tutoring, fast-food service, medical support and customer service environments. Skilled in delivering exceptional customer experiences, maintaining strict food safety and lab safety protocols. Leveraging strong verbal and written communication to explain complex concepts. Proven ability to manage time effectively under pressure, multitask across competing priorities and collaborate seamlessly with diverse teams. Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail in data entry and analysis. Empathy and patience in educational support and reliability in executing repetitive processes with 100% accuracy.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Tutor

High School Students
06.2020 - Current
  • Developed tailored lesson plans, leading to a 75% improvement in students' academic performance.
  • Applied patience, creative teaching techniques and real-world examples to improve comprehension.
  • Improved test scores by 30% through the use of visual aids, engagement techniques and active listening.
  • Adapted lessons for students with special needs, demonstrating empathy and communication skills.

Full Time Crew Member

McDonald's
TORONTO, ON
11.2024 - 02.2025
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to over 150 customers daily, improving customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Maintained sanitation and food safety protocols, ensuring compliance with health standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency, reducing wait times by 15%.
  • Trained new employees on POS system use, multitasking, and time management during peak hours.

Research Assistant

Genetics DNA Laboratories
03.2024 - 04.2024
  • Conducted PCR and DNA extraction for 30+ samples, with a 95% success rate, demonstrating precision and knowledge of lab protocols.
  • Prepared reagents for 20+ experiments, enhancing workflow, and supporting lab safety standards.
  • Maintained lab inventory and equipment, improving data accuracy, and reducing equipment downtime.

Research Assistant

Northumbria University
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Co-developed research methods, boosting project efficiency by 20%.
  • Delivered 5+ research updates during team meetings and presentations, fostering a 15% increase in cross-team collaboration and knowledge exchange.
  • Managed research data using Excel, maintaining 100% accuracy and confidentiality.

Volunteer

Business Management & Education Institute
03.2023 - 06.2023
  • Assisted in organizing and executing 5+ special events and programs, contributing to a 20% increase in participant satisfaction and engagement.
  • Maintained facilities and logistics operations, enhancing organizational effectiveness.
  • Supported event planning, improving event coordination and reducing setup time by 15%.
  • Utilized interpersonal communication skills to convey information clearly, enhancing attendee understanding and contributing to a 10% improvement in overall feedback ratings.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences

York University
Toronto, ON
01-2027

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences

Business Management & Education Institute
10-2024

Certification

Certified Research Assistant (CRA) 04/2024

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Tamil
Native/ Bilingual
French
Elementary

References

Available on request

Timeline

Full Time Crew Member

McDonald's
11.2024 - 02.2025

Research Assistant

Genetics DNA Laboratories
03.2024 - 04.2024

Research Assistant

Northumbria University
09.2023 - 12.2023

Volunteer

Business Management & Education Institute
03.2023 - 06.2023

Tutor

High School Students
06.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences

York University

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences

Business Management & Education Institute

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