Rifain Nesiran

Experience

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  Private

  Jan 1995 - now

  Private Tutor

  Key Responsibilities- Deliver engaging and effective Math and Science lessons for Primary 3 to Secondary 5 students.- Deliver engaging and interesting post-exam and holiday enrichment programmes at no extra cost designed to reinforce and expand their understanding of Math and Science while keeping learning enjoyable and stress-free. These programmes include, Math & Science Olympiad, Magic through Science, Minecraft Education, Math Trail, Coding through Microbit and Makecode Arcade. - Develop personalised curriculum to tailor to unique learning needs of each student.- Monitor and assess students' progress through regular testing, assignments, and feedback sessions with students and parents. - Identify areas for improvements for each student and provide specific support to address these gaps.- Develop critical and problem solving skills among students. - Build students' confidence in areas they find challenging. Achievements- Improved ALL students' results by at least 2 bands/grades. - Developed soft skills workshop focusing on leadership and confidence building for students. - Taught Primary Math students using the Constructivist Approach developed by Guru, Mr Ammiel Wan. - Received numerous accolades for contributions to STEM education and training, including the MIE Master Trainer, MIE Expert, and Minecraft Global Mentor recognitions. Show less

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  Ministry of Education, Singapore (MOE)

  Jul 2004 - May 2014

  Teacher

  Key Job Responsibilities- Taught at 3 schools (Yishun PS, Fengshan PS, Nan Chiau PS)• Developed & delivered innovative instructional materials and resources to enhance student learning outcomes in Math, Science, ICT and PE curriculum. • Facilitated professional development sessions for educators to build their capacity in delivering effective Math, Science, ICT and PE instruction.• Assessed and evaluated student progress in Math, Science, ICT and PE using a variety of assessment methods, and provided targeted support to address learning needs.Achievements• Led and organised various educational initiatives such as Creative Math, Science Play@Recess & Math ICT programmes & trails.• Trained in Math Cognitive Conceptual Approach and facilitated training for fellow teachers and parents.• Piloted and led the ʻPSLEʼ (Processes of Studying and Learning Effectively) programme to infuse study skills in project. Awarded the team's Outstanding Contribution Award in 2008.• Contributed to the Math ICAN project in 2013, resulting in over 75% improvement in Maths confidence among Low Progress pupils.• Awarded the Scouts’ Commendation Award by Chief Scout, President S R Nathan in 2012. • Awarded the Scouts’ Frank Cooper Sands Gold and Silver awards from 2004 to 2013. Show less

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  Mavis Tutorial Centre Pte Ltd.

  May 2014 - Oct 2014

  Academic Tutor

  Key Job Responsibilities• Developed & delivered Science and Mathematics curriculum to Primary 1 to Secondary 4 students.• Designed Math deliverables for PSLE Seminar.Achievements• Received positive feedback from more than 95% of parents regarding teaching methodology.• Engaged students in lessons, fostering an enjoyable learning environment.

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  Yayasan MENDAKI

  Nov 2014 - Jul 2015

  Education Manager

  Key Responsibilities • Managed educational programmes/projects including STEM, Project CM‑Tech, Rope & Cahaya M.• Conceptualised, reviewed and assessed educational project proposals/concept papers developed by programme executives.• Evaluated educational programme proposals and deliverables submitted/conducted by vendors and service providers.Achievements• Successfully collaborated with major organizations and corporations including Google, IDA, NLB, and ITE for the launch of Project CM‑Tech. • Featured in an interstitial interview by Suria (Mediacorp channel) for Project CM‑Tech.• Designed and delivered a study skills workshop, 'Ace Your A's', to over one hundred P5 and P6 students, receiving positive feedback from 90% of participants for engaging delivery and retention of interest. Show less

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  Zenitant

  Aug 2015 - now

  Key Responsibilities • Design and implement developmentally appropriate STEM and soft skills (such as leadership, financial wellness etc) curricula tailored for pre-school children to tertiary students, utilizing engaging platforms such as Minecraft Education, Microsoft Makecode Arcade, Microbit, Strawbees, Blokies and creative educational programmes such as Math Olympiad, Science Olympiad, Math Trails to introduce and develop foundational concepts in coding, problem-solving and creativity.• Conduct hands-on training sessions for early childhood, primary and secondary educators to equip them with the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively integrate STEM activities into the school programme, fostering a love of learning and exploration among young children.Achievements• Developed and implemented NLB STEM Workshops for the Early Read Programme in 2023. • Developed and implemented STEM programmes (Strawbees, Blokies, Minecraft) for Methodist Pre-Schools since 2020. • Organized Minecraft Education competitions and programmes, notably Yayasan Mendakiʼs Learning Festival, EMA's Singapore Energy Grand Challenge and Microsoft's Cyber Wellness competition.• Developed and implemented more than 100 STEM programmes over 7 years.• Developed and implemented soft skills workshops (leadership, team bonding, financial wellness, entrepreneurship etc) for Northshore PS, Northoaks PS, Yayasan Mendaki, Yio Chu Kang Sec etc. • Conducted training for more than 1000 educators in STEM programmes. Delivered professional development workshops and seminars with over 500 hours of training.• Achieved over 95% positive feedback from workshop participants. • Awarded Microsoft's MIE Expert in 2022• Certified in Advanced Certificate in Learning & Performance (ACLP) in 2021.• Awarded Microsoft's Minecraft Global Mentor in 2021.• Awarded Microsoft's MIE Master Trainer in 2019 Show less

  • Quality Assurance Lead

    Feb 2025 - now

  • STEM Instructional Designer | Training Manager

    Aug 2015 - Jan 2025