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

Curriculum development and implementation

Student discipline and academic oversight

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Event planning and public speaking

Training and teacher development

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