Akaash Virk
Vancouver
Summary
Caring and committed teacher who enjoys working with students from diverse backgrounds. Enjoys creating a positive classroom, planning meaningful lessons, and supporting students with different learning needs. Values teamwork with colleagues and families to help students succeed.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Out of School Care Worker
Little Mountain Neighbourhood House Society (LMNHS)
Vancouver
03.2024 - Current
- Supervised children during activities and ensured a safe environment.
- Planned and organized engaging educational activities for diverse age groups.
- Communicated effectively with parents about children's progress and needs.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among children to promote positive interactions.
Graduate Academic Assistant
The University of British Columbia (UBC)
Vancouver
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Supported graduate students by addressing concerns and connecting them to UBC services and opportunities.
- Organized academic and social events to build connection among graduate students.
- Collaborated in weekly team meetings to share tasks and achieve goals efficiently.
Middle School Teacher
The British Co-ed High School
Patiala
10.2019 - 03.2021
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Organized school events and activities to promote student interaction.
- Managed student records including attendance, grades, and test scores.
- Cultivated relationships with parents to ensure their understanding of student progress and behavior.
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum Studies
The University of British Columbia (UBC)
Vancouver, Canada05-2025
Bachelor of Education -
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU)
Delhi, India12-2019
Bachelor of Science (Hons.) - Mathematics
University of Delhi
New Delhi, India11-2017
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student evaluations
- Parent-teacher communication
- Collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Student engagement
Certification
Principles of Healthy Child Development, 2025
Professional Development
- Introducing the Early Learning Framework, 2025
- Instructional Skills Workshop, 2024
- Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Workshop, 2024
Timeline
Graduate Academic Assistant
The University of British Columbia (UBC)
09.2024 - 04.2025
Out of School Care Worker
Little Mountain Neighbourhood House Society (LMNHS)
03.2024 - Current
Middle School Teacher
The British Co-ed High School
10.2019 - 03.2021
Master of Education - Curriculum Studies
The University of British Columbia (UBC)
Bachelor of Education -
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU)
Bachelor of Science (Hons.) - Mathematics
University of Delhi