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Overview
Work History
Education
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DURGA DEVI A/P SAMYNATHAN

DURGA DEVI A/P SAMYNATHAN

Johor

Summary

Professional educator with strong ability to create engaging and inclusive learning environments. Skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and fostering student development. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, ensuring effective collaboration and results-driven outcomes. Known for reliability and flexibility in meeting evolving educational needs.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Primary School Teacher

Mindspace
07.2025 - Current
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Maintained positive and professional classroom environment throughout school year.
  • Provided individualized support to struggling students through targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance.

Secondary English Teacher

A & O Academy
01.2025 - 06.2025
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively through proactive strategies such as setting clear expectations and consequences for misconduct while also reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or tutoring sessions to further engage students in the subject matter outside of regular class time.
  • Differentiated instruction for diverse learners, providing tailored support for individual student needs and objectives.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, fostering critical thinking and connections between subjects.

Art Studio Manager

My Artz Pte Ltd
10.2023 - 11.2024
  • Established a positive work environment, fostering collaboration among staff members to improve productivity and creativity.
  • Coordinated daily studio operations, including scheduling, staff management and customer service.
  • Supervised studio staff for timely, accurate and high-quality task completion.
  • Verified that organization maintained open-door policy so employees could openly discuss ideas and make suggestions.
  • Managed budgets and financial reports, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability.

Student Care (Mentor)

YMCA Singapore
01.2023 - 09.2023
  • Served as a role model for professionalism, integrity, and dedication within the mentorship program environment.
  • Enhanced mentee performance by providing personalized guidance and support.
  • Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
  • Guided mentees in overcoming challenges by sharing personal experiences and offering practical advice.
  • Assisted mentees in developing self-confidence and positive self-image.

Admin / Sales clerk

BSK Industries Sdn Bhd
06.2022 - 12.2022
  • Company Overview: (Hardware)

English Teacher (Part Time)

Refugee Centre Ulu Tiram
01.2022 - 07.2022
  • Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.

English Teacher

Karisma Kinderland
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.

Admin / Sales Clerk

KSP Edaran Sdn Bhd
01.2020 - 12.2021
  • Company Overview: (Hardware)
  • Developed strong relationships with customers, driving repeat business and loyalty.
  • Processed transactions quickly and accurately, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Kept front check out area clean and organized for efficient service.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English Language, Journalism

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia
08-2022

Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia - undefined

SMK (P) Methodist
12.2011

Skills

  • MS Word
  • MS Power Point
  • MS Excel
  • Canva
  • MS Note
  • Parent-teacher communication

  • Child development
  • Class management
  • Patience and persistence
  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning

LANGUAGE

Malay
English
Tamil

Timeline

Primary School Teacher

Mindspace
07.2025 - Current

Secondary English Teacher

A & O Academy
01.2025 - 06.2025

Art Studio Manager

My Artz Pte Ltd
10.2023 - 11.2024

Student Care (Mentor)

YMCA Singapore
01.2023 - 09.2023

Admin / Sales clerk

BSK Industries Sdn Bhd
06.2022 - 12.2022

English Teacher (Part Time)

Refugee Centre Ulu Tiram
01.2022 - 07.2022

English Teacher

Karisma Kinderland
01.2022 - 05.2022

Admin / Sales Clerk

KSP Edaran Sdn Bhd
01.2020 - 12.2021

Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia - undefined

SMK (P) Methodist

Bachelor of Arts - English Language, Journalism

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)

References

  • S. Vimal, A/L N Subramaniam, Husband, 014-6695381
  • Rebecca Tiffany, A/P Thomas, Sister in Law, 016-7885631
DURGA DEVI A/P SAMYNATHAN