Protecting the environment and promoting sustainability
Sivnit Mudaliar
Educator
四日市市
Summary
Passionate and globally-minded professional with a Master’s degree in Global Environmental Studies and 8 years of experience in early childhood education, now transitioning to pursue my true calling in environmental protection. My journey—teaching in Japan while navigating language barriers—has only deepened my commitment to creating a healthier, more sustainable planet. Now relocating to the U.S., I am eager to bring my academic training, intercultural adaptability, and deep-rooted sense of responsibility into an impactful role as an Environmental Technician or in Environmental Health and Safety. I thrive in dynamic environments, excel at problem-solving, and am driven by a purpose: to protect natural ecosystems and ensure safer, cleaner communities for future generations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
4032
4032
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
No Borders International School
Nagoya, Japan
08.2021 - Current
- Instruct students individually and in groups, adapting teaching methods to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Teach basic skills such as color, shape, number and letter recognition, personal hygiene, and social skills.
- Observe and evaluate children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior, and policies and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Demonstrate activities to children.
- Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
- Read books to entire classes or to small groups.
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to children.
- Prepare materials, classrooms, and other indoor and outdoor spaces to facilitate creative play, learning and motor-skill activities, and safety.
- Identify children showing signs of emotional, developmental, or health-related problems, and discuss them with supervisors, parents or guardians, and child development specialists.
- Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress, and to determine their priorities for their children and their resource needs.
- Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling.
- Prepare children for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
- Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of kindergarten programs.
- Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials, to prevent injuries and damage.
- Assimilate arriving children to the school environment by greeting them, helping them remove outerwear, and selecting activities of interest to them.
- Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
- Prepare for assigned classes, and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors.
- Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
- Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.
- Organize and label materials and display children's work in a manner appropriate for their sizes and perceptual skills.
- Guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems, or special academic interests.
- Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
- Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies.
- Attend staff meetings, and serve on committees as required.
- Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guests, or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
English Conversation Teacher
Merry West English School
Yokkaichi City, Mie Prefecture
06.2019 - 07.2021
- Prepare and teach English conversation to all age groups (2 years - senior) from the given curriculum.
- One-on-one contact with parents for inquiries or student counselling.
- Organize and execute special events such as Halloween and Christmas parties for students.
- Manage one classroom school by cleaning, securing, and doing any maintenance work as required by the employer.
- Training any new teachers as requested by the employer.
- Plan, conduct, and report demonstration or trial lessons for all age groups.
- Prepare weekly reports to summarize classroom activities and student conduct.
English Language Teacher
Vietstar English School
Can Tho City, Can Tho Province
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Prepare and execute lessons for all age groups as per curriculum.
- Conduct mock tests for students participating in Cambridge English Exams and report results to the head teacher.
- Assist in organizing yearly events such as Halloween and Christmas.
- Prepare lesson materials to supplement the curriculum.
English Language Teacher
Alphabet Foreign Language School
Can Tho City, Can Tho Province
08.2017 - 04.2019
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
- Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Design, prepare and execute Business English conversation class to corporate bodies enrolled at the school.
- Assist in planning and conducting annual functions such as Halloween and Christmas parties for preschoolers and elementary school students.
- Run mock tests for Cambridge Young learners program participating students.
- Plan and conduct IELTS Speaking lessons for Pre-University students.
- Conduct workshops on Speaking skill pedagogy to other teachers at the school.
English Conversation Teacher
R-Pool English School
Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
07.2015 - 03.2018
- Plan and prepare basic English Conversation materials for elementary school students.
- Perform man-to-man speaking lessons in personalized settings as requested by the student.
- Conduct oral tests and evaluate performance on monthly basis as requested by the employer.
English Conversation Teacher
EREV English School
Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
07.2015 - 06.2017
- Conduct man-to-man private English conversation lessons to students of all ages.
- Design and prepare tailor-made materials to suit the needs of the student.
- Assess and evaluate student performance through monthly oral and written tests.
Laboratory Technologist
Paradise Beverages Fiji
Lautoka City, Fiji
02.2013 - 07.2013
- Efficiently processed a high volume of samples daily, supporting rapid diagnosis for patients and healthcare providers alike.
- Conducted and reported on microbiological, serological and chemical analysis on clinical and environmental samples.
- Gathered laboratory samples, monitored fluids and read test results to make accurate care decisions.
- Consistently maintained a high level of accuracy in test results, ensuring confidence in the laboratory''s findings among healthcare providers.
- Prepared and validated buffers and in-house reagents, calibrators, and controls in advance of laboratory testing and analysis orders.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to verify quality control.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues from different departments, fostering collaboration towards shared goals.
- Performed and documented hematological and chemical examinations on blood and other body fluids for detection and identification of communicable and other diseases.
Education
Masters - Global Environmental Studies
Kyoto University
Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture03-2018
Bachelor Of Science And Graduate Certificate - Biology And Chemistry
University of The South Pacific
Suva, SuvaSkills
Class Reading
Educational Material Development
Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
Reinforcing Learning Concepts
Teaching Method Adaptations
Supervising Classroom Activities
Computer Proficiency
Play-Based Learning
Creating a Safe Learning Environment
Lesson Planning and Preparation
Filing and Classroom Organization
Field Trip Supervision
Communicating with Parents and Teachers
Classroom Rules Establishment
Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
Organizational and Planning Skills
Activity Demonstrations
Age-Appropriate Curriculum
Instructional Techniques
Positive Learning Environment
Classroom Management Techniques
Educational Games
Positive Reinforcement Strategies
Role Playing and Interaction Methods
Cultural Awareness
Emotional Support
Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
Active Participation
Student Learning Support
Classroom Discipline
Interactive Teaching
Positive Attitude and Energetic
Positive Interactions
Student Engagement and Development
Motivating and Inspiring Students
Promoting Social and Emotional Development
Reading Mastery
Learning Strategies
Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
Collaborative and Team-Oriented
Classroom management
Lesson planning
Social skills
Educational games
Early childhood development
Health and safety
Curriculum planning
Certification
Masters Certification in TEFL (Teaching English as Foreign Language)
Interests
Fieldwork and hands-on environmental monitoring
Public health and workplace safety
Community education and environmental awareness
Volunteering for environmental clean-up efforts
Learning about climate change and green technologies
Supporting biodiversity and natural conservation
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
No Borders International School
08.2021 - Current
English Conversation Teacher
Merry West English School
06.2019 - 07.2021
English Language Teacher
Vietstar English School
08.2017 - 05.2019
English Language Teacher
Alphabet Foreign Language School
08.2017 - 04.2019
English Conversation Teacher
R-Pool English School
07.2015 - 03.2018
English Conversation Teacher
EREV English School
07.2015 - 06.2017
Laboratory Technologist
Paradise Beverages Fiji
02.2013 - 07.2013
Masters - Global Environmental Studies
Kyoto University
Bachelor Of Science And Graduate Certificate - Biology And Chemistry
University of The South Pacific