Pari Irai
Doctoral Student/Educator
Auckland
Summary
With a diverse corporate and teaching experiences at different levels record at Northtec, I excel in student motivation and problem-solving, enhancing academic performance through innovative strategies. My academic expertise spans classroom management to data analysis, significantly boosting learning outcomes. Renowned for developing impactful curriculum and fostering a supportive educational environment, I bring a dynamic blend of hard and soft skills to drive educational excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Tutor
Northtec
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Taught courses including Human Resource Management, Risk Management, Supply Chain Management, International Trade and Finance, Operations Management, and Marketing.
- Provided personalized guidance to support students in achieving academic success.
- Empowered students to take ownership of their learning process, setting goals and tracking progress towards those objectives.
- Created special handouts, study guides, and enrichment materials to boost student knowledge.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Improved overall academic performance by providing constructive feedback on assignments and assessments.
- Contributed to curriculum development initiatives aimed at improving alignment with state standards and increasing rigor across content areas.
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Promoted critical thinking skills by challenging students to analyze complex problems from multiple perspectives.
Academic Assistant
Massey University
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Assessed student learning through marking essays, exam scripts and other assessments according to defined criteria.
- Acted as a mentor to new students, helping them with academic advice to navigate through their learning.
Primary School Teacher
A Few Schools
08.2017 - 02.2022
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Maintained positive and professional classroom environment.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Boosted student confidence through regular feedback on their work and providing opportunities for self-assessment, leading to higher levels of motivation and engagement in the classroom.
- Taught core subjects of Math, Science, and English.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
Shift Leader
Riverlea Group Limited
09.2020 - 07.2021
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
- Collaborated with other shift leaders to maintain consistent standards across all shifts, promoting a cohesive workplace culture.
- Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
- Improved team productivity by implementing efficient scheduling and task delegation methods.
Human Resources Advisor
Papua New Guinea Customs Services
07.2017 - 09.2017
- Collaborated with department managers to assess workforce needs, creating strategic plans for staffing adjustments as necessary.
- Developed comprehensive job descriptions to attract qualified candidates and ensure role clarity within the organization.
- Identified development opportunities and succession gaps.
- Provided guidance to managers on employee development, and performance management.
Project Manager
Altenergy
01.2016 - 09.2016
- Successfully managed solar energy project by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for projects.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
Human Resources Administration Officer
Population Services International, PSI
04.2015 - 12.2015
- Maintained strict confidentiality in handling sensitive employee data, protecting privacy rights of all staff members.
- Assisted in the creation of job descriptions, attracting highly qualified candidates for open positions.
- Organized company-wide training sessions to promote continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Supervised job interviews and conducted exit surveys to verify compliance with HR best practices.
- Coordinated new hire onboarding, completing background checks and reference checks to complete screenings.
Recruitment Coordinator
Papua New Guinea Customs Service
05.2014 - 09.2014
- Managed onboarding processes, ensuring new employees had a seamless transition into their roles.
- Enhanced candidate experience by streamlining the recruitment process and improving communication channels.
- Evaluated recruitment metrics regularly, identifying opportunities for improvement in the hiring process.
- Confirmed appointments and interviews with job candidates.
Education
Ph.D. - Human Resource Management/Labour Relations
Massey University
New Zealand 04.2001 -
MBA - Human Resources Development/International Business
National Taiwan Normal University
Taiwan 04.2001 -
Certificate - Occupational Health And Safety
Datec Learning Center
Papua New Guinea 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Organisational Psychology
University of Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea 04.2001 -
Skills
Student motivation
Hiking or Trekking, cycling, cooking, reading, volunteering
I have a few hobbies I love to engage in, which are not limited to the ones listed.
Timeline
Academic Tutor
Northtec
03.2024 - 12.2024
Academic Assistant
Massey University
02.2022 - 10.2022
Shift Leader
Riverlea Group Limited
09.2020 - 07.2021
Primary School Teacher
A Few Schools
08.2017 - 02.2022
Human Resources Advisor
Papua New Guinea Customs Services
07.2017 - 09.2017
Project Manager
Altenergy
01.2016 - 09.2016
Human Resources Administration Officer
Population Services International, PSI
04.2015 - 12.2015
Recruitment Coordinator
Papua New Guinea Customs Service
05.2014 - 09.2014
Ph.D. - Human Resource Management/Labour Relations
Massey University
04.2001 -
MBA - Human Resources Development/International Business
National Taiwan Normal University
04.2001 -
Certificate - Occupational Health And Safety
Datec Learning Center
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Organisational Psychology
University of Papua New Guinea
04.2001 -
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