Gwendoline Lim
Singapore
Summary
Educator | Communications & Critical Thinking | Student Engagement
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilitator, Small Group Sessions
CELLS Management and Consultancy
04.2024 - Current
- Ensured a safe space for small-group sessions focused on community engagement and personal development
- Applied effective communication and group dynamics techniques to encourage sharing of personal stories
Adjunct Instructor, Lifeskills
Temasek Polytechnic
04.2023 - Current
- Taught Current Issues and Critical Thinking
- Prepared students in presentation skills and information literacy
Adjunct Faculty, Corporate Communications
Singapore Management University
08.2011 - Current
- Taught Management Communication 101 and Cor-Comm 1304
- Designed course assessments and materials pre and post AI evolution
- Mentored undergraduates in career and interpersonal communication
- Inducted new colleagues as part of Buddy system
- Recognised on Dean’s Teaching Honour List, Lee Kong Chian School of Business – 7 terms
- Received Top Adjunct Faculty & Long Service Award, SMU
Communications Specialist, Academic Writing
Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD)
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Taught Freshmore Communication Programme writing and communication skills to undergraduates
- Provided individual feedback on written assignments to improve clarity and coherence
- Guided students in developing argumentative essays and technical writing
Adjunct Lecturer, Communication Skills
Singapore Polytechnic
04.2016 - 08.2016
- Taught Year 1–3 students in Report Writing, Presentation Skills, and Persuasive Speaking
- Participated in benchmarking and grading
Adjunct Lecturer, Preparatory English
Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts
04.2015 - 08.2015
- Taught English as a Second Language to young adult learners from China and South East Asian countries
- Designed course assessments
Centre Manager and Teacher
Creative Horizons Language Centre
01.2006 - 01.2015
- Conducted creative writing enrichment classes for primary and secondary students
- Liaised with schools, managed front office, and held parent feedback sessions
- Managed junior teachers to teach effectively as well as communicate with clients
Teaching Consultant
Singapore Management University
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Developed scenario based case study assessments for Corporate Communication
- Benchmarked and graded student submissions
English and Literature Teacher
Tanjong Katong Secondary School
01.2002 - 01.2006
- Taught comprehension, writing, and oral communication skills to graduating classes
- Designed exams and remedial programs
- Supported students with psycho-social challenges
Special Education Assistant for Child with Autism
Yio Chu Kang
01.2000 - 12.2000
- Provided home based intervention suited to the needs of an 11 year old child such as Speech Therapy and the use of Picture Representations for communication
Special Education Assistant
Guillemard Gardens School MINDS
01.2000 - 12.2000
- Assisted in implementing Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) tailored to each student's learning and behavioural needs
- Helped manage classroom behaviour and fostered a safe, nurturing learning environment
- Provided close supervision and emotional support for students during transitions, meals, and enrichment activities
- Worked collaboratively with Allied Health Professionals and caregivers to track student progress and address challenges
Education
Postgraduate Diploma in Education -
NIE
01.2002
Bachelor of Social Sciences - Sociology and Psychology
NUS
01.2000
A' Levels -
Victoria Junior College
01.1996
Skills
- Curriculum Design
- Student Engagement
- Critical Thinking Instruction
- Presentation Coaching
- Persuasive Speaking
- Communication in Business
- Teaching
- Facilitating online and face-to-face
- Facilitating focus group sessions
Volunteer And Community Engagement
- Healing Paws Programme Animal-assisted Therapy, SOSD Singapore, 2024 – Present, Conducted regular visits to nursing homes and halfway houses with cuddly Cavoodle to provide emotional support and companionship to residents, Supported mental wellness through animal-assisted interactions, helping reduce loneliness and promote joy among the elderly and vulnerable groups, Collaborated with caregivers and staff to ensure safe, calming, and meaningful experiences during each session
- Hatha Yoga and Stretch Classes, 2017 – Present, Provided regular instruction on a regular basis for senior adult practitioners in the Fengshan neighbourhood, Provided sessions and feedback online during COVID for senior adult practitioners
Timeline
Communications Specialist, Academic Writing
Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD)
09.2024 - 12.2024
Facilitator, Small Group Sessions
CELLS Management and Consultancy
04.2024 - Current
Adjunct Instructor, Lifeskills
Temasek Polytechnic
04.2023 - Current
Adjunct Lecturer, Communication Skills
Singapore Polytechnic
04.2016 - 08.2016
Adjunct Lecturer, Preparatory English
Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts
04.2015 - 08.2015
Adjunct Faculty, Corporate Communications
Singapore Management University
08.2011 - Current
Teaching Consultant
Singapore Management University
01.2010 - 01.2011
Centre Manager and Teacher
Creative Horizons Language Centre
01.2006 - 01.2015
English and Literature Teacher
Tanjong Katong Secondary School
01.2002 - 01.2006
Special Education Assistant for Child with Autism
Yio Chu Kang
01.2000 - 12.2000
Special Education Assistant
Guillemard Gardens School MINDS
01.2000 - 12.2000
Bachelor of Social Sciences - Sociology and Psychology
NUS
A' Levels -
Victoria Junior College
Postgraduate Diploma in Education -
NIE
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