Riteshni Education Technologist
Suva, Fiji
Riteshni Lata
Kadikadi Place, Nadawa, Fiji
P O Box 619, Rakiraki, Fiji
Mobile: 9408284
[email protected]/ [email protected]
Personal Details
Date of Birth : 31st January, 1979
Marital status : Married
Spouse : Sanjay Mani Naidu
Children : 2
Nationality : Fijian
Career Objective
Wishing to leverage my passion for technology and instruction to influence students.
Education
2015-2017 Masters In Education
University of the South Pacific
GPA 3.75
2013 – 2015 Post Graduate Diploma in Education
University of the South Pacific
GPA 3.87
1999 – 2001 Bachelor of Education Secondary
GPA 2.82
Professional Development
2019: Applying the Quality Matter Rubric-Quality Matters
: Peer Review Course- Quality Matters
:Introduction to Technology – Enabled Learning – Athabasca University
: Preparing and Developing a Blended Course- CFL ,USP
2017:Fijian civil service discipline guideline investigation officer workshop -MOE
2016 : OHS and First Aid workshop by Professional Development Unit – Ministry of Education
2014: Financial Education Teacher Re-Training Workshop-Curriculum Advisory Services Unit
2013: Counselling Tools for People and Enrichment at National Training & Productivity Centre
2009: Attained Future Leaders Certificate conducted by Professional Development Unit of Ministry of Education
Education Technologist
Current
Print course development
Ø Develop, produce and maintain quality of print, online and multimedia materials;
Ø Attend course team meetings and discussing feedback from student evaluation forms and course writer’s tutorial visits, assessment results;
Ø Identifying in consultation with the course writer the level of work required for minor adjustment courses;
Ø Drawing up a work schedule for courses assigned by the Senior Instructional Designer; Workflow monitoring and progress reporting to the Senior Instructional Designer,
Ø Integrating graphics and multimedia elements, • Inserting texts and graphics in course materials, Performing final checks and signing off on course materials submitted for printing;
Ø Attending to queries from students and staff regarding course materials;
Ø Performing galley and random checks.
Multimedia & online course development
Ø Assist course writers in the preparation of online content—template, layout and editing;
Ø Design and develop learning activities in the Learning Management System;
Ø Produce multimedia components in conjunction with the Instructional designer and support staff; Produce master copies for DVDs and CDs;
Ø Check final online and multimedia components before the ‘go-live’ date;
Ø Provide help and support to teaching staff as required by way of troubleshooting; monitoring and maintaining the different features of the online component;
Ø Assist Lecturers and Instructional designers with online students’ evaluations at the end of the semester;
Ø Evaluate the Lecturer’s use of the learning management system.
Training
Ø Assist in planning and conducting CFL orientation for USP staff;
Ø Plan and conduct learning systems workshops for USP staff;
Ø Provide training for students on how to use the learning systems.
Teaching Experience
2019 Jan –March 18 , 2018, 2017 &2013 – Acting Assistant Principal , Rakiraki Public High School, Rakiraki
Ø Prepare weekly duty rooster for teachers and prefects.
Ø Plan and coordinate quiz, competitions, debating contests, oratories and other social and cultural activities.
Ø Organize special day programs.
Ø Look after the general cleanliness of the school compound and the maintenance of the building.
Ø Check all daily attendance registers and recommend line of actions to take against truants.
Ø Deal with minor offences concerning discipline.
Ø Carry out any other duty delegated by the head.
Ø Devise strategies and mechanisms to upkeep the physical school environment.
Ø Mentor of student council members.
2009-2014,2015,2016 Head of Department, Rakiraki Public High school, Rakiraki
Ø Obtain necessary prescription and prepare schemes of work for each level.
Ø Develop lesson plans and workbook for classes to teach.
Ø Provide professional advice and assistance to the department staff.
Ø Gather and record resource materials.
Ø Conduct department meetings and record minutes.
Ø Check and verify teachers’ workbook, lesson plans and lesson notes.
Ø Check and verify students note books.
Ø Provide professional advice and guidance to members of the department.
Ø Organize tests and examination papers, analyze results and determine remedial measures.
Ø Have a teaching load of 28 periods a week.
Ø Keep own filing system on staff, student’s issues, test papers and results, prescription and scheme of work.
Ø Control departments finance and records.
Ø Counsel students taking department courses.
Ø Assist principal in general organization of the school.
Ø Plan and Organize department activities.
Ø Take active participation in extracurricular activity.
2008-2003- Acting Head of Department ,Penang Sangam High School, Rakiraki
2002 Assistant Teacher , Penang Sangam High School,Rakiraki
Relevant Experience
Ø Secretary of school OHS committee.
Ø Master of ceremony for in-house school programs.
Ø Editor of the school magazine – Cornucopia 2012,2010, 2008 (Penang Sangam)
Ø Editor of the school newsletter – Forefront 2010, 2009(Penang Sangam)
Ø Teacher in charge of the winning Kaila Newspaper competition- 2009 and 2012
Ø Teacher in charge of oratory, debate and quiz.
Ø Level Head – Year 13
Ø Careers Teacher Year 12
Skills Summary
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Ø Good command of oral and written English
Ø Pleasant speaking voice
Ø Favorable skills in aiding others with study situations
Ø Effectively communicated with parents and students for quality guidance in improving their performance at school.
Ø Natural ability to establish a good rapport with young people by providing positive support and reinforcement.
Planning and organizational Skills
Ø Competent in obtaining information through research.
Ø Well organized and planned in study programs, activities, chores and events.
Ø State goals and organize plans to reach it.
Ø Prioritize projects, assignments, activities in order of urgency.
Interactive / people skills
Ø Friendly and decent manner
Ø Co-operative in group activities and a team player.
Ø Vocal and like to help others
Technological Skills
Ø Good in Microsoft Office (word, excel, Power point and publisher), internet and email.
Ø Knowledge of USP online e-learning platform.
Registration
Ø Fiji Teachers Registration Board
Ø Fiji Teachers Union
Interest
Ø Reading, travelling, socializing, learning new cultures, keeping updated on national and international current affairs, charity work, baking and listening to music.
Referees
Mr Javed Yusuf
Head, Learn. Exp. Design & Dev
CFL
Laucala
Phone: 32 32195
[email protected]
Mr Aswinesh Sharma
Principal
Rakiraki Public High School
Rakiraki
Mobile : 9436610
[email protected]
Mrs Vikashni Sharma
Principal
Tavua College
Tavua
Mobile :9369480