Marushka Savia Da Costa
Guildford, UK
************@*****.***
Summary : Transitioning from the field of education, I am eager to embark on a rewarding career in Human Resources seeking to apply my strong communication skills and my ability to understand individual needs to effectively recruit, onboard, and support individuals in their careers. Being open to training and committed to continuous learning, I aim to expand my skills and knowledge in the dynamic field of HR by delivering results and building relationships within the organization.
Personal
Strengths :
Effective time management skills, allowing me to balance multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Team Player with strong spoken and written communication skills.
Highly adaptive and tolerant, easily adjusting to new situations and challenges.
Dependable, consistently following through on commitments and responsibilities.
A good listener, ensuring I understand others' perspectives and responding appropriately.
Approachable, creating an open and welcoming atmosphere.
Proactive with an urge to learn new things.
Resilient, able to bounce back from setbacks.
Microsoft Office Package skills (word/Excel/PowerPoint /Outlook) Education MSc in Human Resource Management (CIPD Accredited) : 2023 - Present University of Surrey, Guildford, United Kingdom
(Contemporary Employment Relations, Leadership and Management, Human Resource Development, EmploymentLaw, Employee Resourcing, Developing HRM and Leadership skills) Master of Arts in History : 2015 - 2017 (First Class) Goa University, Goa, India
(Human Rights, Gender and Culture, Indian Diaspora, Modern Europe, Issues and Debates in Goan History)
Bachelor of Education : 2014 - 2015 (Distinction)
Goa University, Goa, India
(Capacity Development, Assessment and Evaluation, Learner and Learning, Community work) Bachelors in Arts : 2011 - 2014 (First Class)
Goa University, Goa, India
(Economics, Psychology, History)
Professional Experience
March 2024
- Present
Salvation Army
Guildford, England
Volunteer
Job responsibility and key contributions:
Developed effective communication skills through interactions with donors, volunteers, and employees.
Provided good customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving concerns.
Utilized pricing knowledge to accurately price donated items, maximizing revenue for the Salvation Army thrift store.
Demonstrated strong organizational skills by efficiently segregating donated items based on condition, quality, and type.
Managed the intake process for donations, including weighing items upon arrival and arranging items attractively.
Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Other Achievements
August
2018 -
September
2023
Assagao Union High School
Goa, India
Secondary Teacher - English (grades 8-10) and Geography/Economics (grades 9-10) Job responsibility and key contributions:
Developed and implemented pen and paper tests as part of the recruitment process for teaching positions
Conducted formal assessments and observations of trainee teachers to evaluate their instructional strategies, and professional competencies
Invigilator and Examiner for Goa SSC State Board Exams
Maintained class registers and student performance records (MS Excel Spreadsheets)
Provided constructive feedback to support student learning and development (L&D)
Maintained test administration records for documentation and filed annual reports for audits.
Conducted needs assessments and training to identify learning gaps among students
Demonstrated ability to anticipate challenges and take proactive measures to address them, ensuring smooth classroom operations
Administered aptitude tests to assess students' abilities and interests
Maintained healthy rapport with parents and guardians
Hosted school concerts events, sport activities, picnics, tours for students
Mentored students individually and in groups to support their academic growth.
Guided students in various Inter-school and State Competitions
Methodically planned and executed lesson plans, including resource collection and research
Implemented interactive learning (debates, group discussions and presentations using digital software)
June 2017 -
April 2028
St. Mary’s Convent High School
Goa, India
Secondary Teacher - English (grades 7-9) and History/Civics (grade 9) Job responsibility and key contributions:
Demonstrated attention to detail in lesson planning, ensuring alignment with curriculum standards and individual student needs
Enriched lessons with additional learning materials and visual aids
Monitored students during the annual sports day event, ensuring their safety and adherence to event protocols
Monitored individual student performance under Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation
(CCE)
Taught non-academic subjects like Work Experience and Value Education/Religion
Conducted after-school sessions for struggling students
Collaborated with colleagues to coordinate school events and activities, paying close attention to detail to ensure smooth execution
Professional
Development
Certificates:
AptitudeTesting
Career GuidanceandCounselingWorkshop
Inclusive Education Workshop
Vocational Education Seminar