Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Personal Information
Courses And Training Attended
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Catherine Manuel Kulandaisamy

Catherine Manuel Kulandaisamy

Subang Jaya

Summary

Self-motivated and self-reliant leader in education with extensive experience in teaching, management, and administration. Passionate about creating a positive and effective learning environment, mentoring educators, and guiding students to reach their full potential. Proven ability to work independently, manage school operations, and foster a culture of continuous learning and growth.

Work History

Executive Assistant (Investment Portfolio Management Department)

Utama Merchant Bank Berhad
01.1991 - 12.2006

• Monitor the daily sale and purchase of shares for various clients
• Ensure stock registered in the master control book corresponds with the monthly MCD statement received

Executive (Human Resources & Finance)

Utama Merchant Bank Berhad
01.1991 - 12.2006

• Prepare monthly salary, trial balance, statistics for all cost centers
• Generate monthly returns to regulatory bodies
• Prepare and generate BNM statistical reports and staff training funds

Secretary (Corporate Finance & Legal Department)

Utama Merchant Bank Berhad
01.1991 - 12.2006
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Head of Primary & Pre-Primary

MAPLEWOOD ACADEMY
08.2018 - Current
  • Revamped the entire learning system and curriculum
  • Established rubrics, learning objectives, and engaging activities for holistic education
  • Implemented effective teaching styles and approaches to enhance lesson delivery
  • Ensured a positive learning environment and student discipline

Vice Principal (Academics & Discipline)

MAPLEWOOD ACADEMY
08.2018 - Current
  • Monitor lesson delivery and ensure learning objectives are met
  • Collaborate with the Methods and Improvement Officer for teacher training
  • Oversee student discipline, investigate cases, and conduct parent meetings
  • Conduct book audits to ensure consistency in marking
  • Uphold and integrate the academy’s vision and mission into daily operations

Management Executive

MAPLEWOOD ACADEMY
08.2018 - Current
  • Conducted periodical book audits for the entire school
  • Vetted students’ results for PTM preparation
  • Served as emcee for school events such as Sports Day, English Public Speaking Competitions, and Graduation Night
  • Acted as Exams Officer for Mid-Term and Final Term exams
  • Liaised with external bodies for IGCSE examination candidates

Head of English Language Department

MAPLEWOOD ACADEMY
08.2018 - Current
  • Supervised ESL teachers from pre-primary to secondary levels
  • Oversaw the preparation and publication of the annual school magazine
  • Organized English public speaking competitions for the entire school
  • Conducted ESL speaking tests for IGCSE candidates
  • Ensured all IGCSE ESL updates were communicated to teachers

English Language Teacher (Year 7 - 10)

MAPLEWOOD ACADEMY
08.2018 - Current
  • Developed daily lesson plans with differentiated learning strategies
  • Conducted extra classes to support weaker students in mastering ESL
  • Researched and implemented innovative ESL teaching techniques and apps

Freelance Work
01.2008 - 12.2018
  • Wedding Planner & Decorator
  • Freelance Baker for special occasions
  • Personalized candle maker for various events
  • Handicraft seller during Christmas
  • Faith Educator – Sunday school teacher and outreach program organizer
  • Training Coordinator – Assisted in preparing training materials and slides

Senior Executive, Human Resources (Employee Relations Unit)

MIDF Berhad Group
01.2006 - 12.2008
  • Handled employee grievances and misconduct investigations
  • Organized internal training workshops and corporate events
  • Served as in-house emcee for company functions

Assistant to the Company Secretary

Mai Holdings Sdn Bhd
01.1989 - 12.1991
  • Company Overview: Business tycoon Ananda Krishnan’s First Entrepreneurial Venture
  • Managed 105 active/inactive companies, filed statutory documents, and facilitated land acquisition processes for Suria KLCC development

Teaching Experience

01.1985 - 12.1989
  • Conducted tuition classes for primary school students
  • Served as an attachment teacher for 6 months at Sekolah Rendah Jenis Kebangsaan Tamil Prai, teaching English and Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Certificate -

Personnel Management (MIPM)

ICSA - undefined

Foundation Level

Sekolah Rendah & Menengah - undefined

Convent Butterworth

Skills

Strong leadership and management abilities

Personal Information

  • Age: 58
  • Date of Birth: 09/12/66
  • Marital Status: Married

Courses And Training Attended

  • The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People – Stephen Covey
  • Effective Office Administration and Management Skills
  • Creating a Positive Change within Your Organization – IBBM
  • Training Needs Analysis & Workshop on Employee Management
  • Drafting Effective Human Resource Policies
  • Tax Planning Techniques for Human Resources

Timeline

Head of Primary & Pre-Primary

MAPLEWOOD ACADEMY
08.2018 - Current

Vice Principal (Academics & Discipline)

MAPLEWOOD ACADEMY
08.2018 - Current

Management Executive

MAPLEWOOD ACADEMY
08.2018 - Current

Head of English Language Department

MAPLEWOOD ACADEMY
08.2018 - Current

English Language Teacher (Year 7 - 10)

MAPLEWOOD ACADEMY
08.2018 - Current

Freelance Work
01.2008 - 12.2018

Senior Executive, Human Resources (Employee Relations Unit)

MIDF Berhad Group
01.2006 - 12.2008

Executive Assistant (Investment Portfolio Management Department)

Utama Merchant Bank Berhad
01.1991 - 12.2006

Executive (Human Resources & Finance)

Utama Merchant Bank Berhad
01.1991 - 12.2006

Secretary (Corporate Finance & Legal Department)

Utama Merchant Bank Berhad
01.1991 - 12.2006

Assistant to the Company Secretary

Mai Holdings Sdn Bhd
01.1989 - 12.1991

Teaching Experience

01.1985 - 12.1989

ICSA - undefined

Foundation Level

Sekolah Rendah & Menengah - undefined

Convent Butterworth

Certificate -

Personnel Management (MIPM)
Catherine Manuel Kulandaisamy