Giedre Vaiciulyte
Ashford,Surrey
Summary
Dedicated and innovative Student Learning Advisor with extensive experience in Business education at West Thames College. Adept at designing and launching impactful student recognition campaigns, enhancing attendance and academic performance through innovative techniques and personalized support. Skilled in curriculum integration, particularly in fostering entrepreneurial and financial management skills among students. Proven ability to collaborate with parents, students, and staff to develop and implement targeted action plans, significantly improving academic outcomes. Committed to maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment in compliance with institutional policies. Excellent in handling sensitive information with discretion and maintaining detailed student records.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Student Learning Advisor in Business
West Thames College
Isleworth
04.2018 - Current
- Designed and launched multiple campaigns to recognize and reward students and groups with exemplary attendance, fostering a culture of commitment and punctuality.
- Developed and implemented new techniques to effectively address and reduce poor attendance, leading to a significant increase in student attendance rates.
- Linked tutorial delivery schemes with the Business curriculum, including launching a Business Masterclass for Level 3 students, inspiring them to develop sustainable business ideas and enhancing their entrepreneurial skills as well as launched budgeting competition sessions that enhanced student awareness of financial management and directly connected with finance curriculum units, fostering practical financial skills and knowledge.
- Initiated and chaired collaborative meetings with parents, students, and Business curriculum staff to discuss performance and develop targeted action plans, significantly enhancing student support systems and academic outcomes.
- Provided personalized support to students through regular one-on-one meetings, leading to improved academic performance and student progression.
- Successfully tracked student progress and set actionable targets, resulting in measurable academic improvements.
- Assisted students in developing career plans ensuring they are well-prepared for their future endeavours.
- Contributed to the development of essential skills, knowledge, and attributes necessary for effective citizenship and professional life.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion while maintaining detailed individual records for each student.
- Ensured compliance with the College's Health & Safety and Safeguarding Policy, promoting a safe and supportive learning environment.
Student support assistant
Axcis Education
London, City of London
09.2016 - 04.2018
- Tracked and evaluated student progress consistently.
- Facilitated student interaction and participation in teacher-led activities.
- Supported students' emotional and social development by promoting and modelling positive behaviour.
- Maintained high expectations for student work and conduct.
- Motivated and challenged students to reach their full potential.
- Managed and resolved challenging behaviours effectively.
- Responded to crisis situations, such as panic attacks, with appropriate interventions.
- Encouraged students to work together to complete projects and solve problems.
- Observed children during social interactions and encouraged positive choices for minimising and resolving conflicts.
- Offered students personalised support during in-class activities and projects.
- Delivered additional learning support opportunities to small student groups, enabling improved academic confidence.
- Supported teachers in managing challenging student behaviour, conducting progress meetings to provide feedback and recommend appropriate action.
Education
Level 3 - Education and Training
West Thames College
Isleworth, Hounslow 03.2019 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Community Development and Leadership
London Metropolitan university
London 09.2012 - 07.2015
Skills
- Campaign Design and Implementation
- Attendance Management
- Curriculum Integration
- Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
- Personalised Student Support
- Progress Tracking and Goal Setting
- Career Planning and Development
- Skill Development
- Discretion and Confidentiality
- Compliance and Safety Management
- Mentorship and Empowerment
- Strategic Planning
- Empathy and Active Listening
- Leadership and Team Coordination
Accomplishments
During my volunteer work with the befriending and mentoring programme at Family Friends in London from May 2012 to July 2013, I mentored and supported teenage twins experiencing bullying and social exclusion due to a challenging home situation. By developing strategic action plans, I empowered the twins to become self-sufficient. This support led to their removal from the child protection register for the first time since birth. My efforts were recognized with the "Make a Difference" award from the Mayor of Kensington & Chelsea at the 2014 Volunteering Awards Ceremony for outstanding achievements.
Timeline
Level 3 - Education and Training
West Thames College
03.2019 - 07.2019
Student Learning Advisor in Business
West Thames College
04.2018 - Current
Student support assistant
Axcis Education
09.2016 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Community Development and Leadership
London Metropolitan university
09.2012 - 07.2015
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