Hello! I'm Isabel
I am a Honours Psychology student, having completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Cape Town with a 71% GPA. I am originally from the UK, but decided to step out of my comfort zone and do my degree in South Africa. I have a strong work ethic and thrive in a high paced work environment. I am always up for a challenge, willing to learn and have a strong desire to succeed.
Isabel McParland
Honours Psychology Student
Phone:
+27 79 904 7397
Email:
Address:
Green Point, Cape Town
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Date of Birth:
October 28th, 1996
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EXPERIENCE
2019
JDX
Human Resources Department
I worked on the 'Values Project' to try and incorporate JDX values into everyday working life for JDX employees. This involved holding meetings with senior members of staff to put a strategy in place
2019
Old Mutual
Human Capital Department
I worked along side four of the senior Human Capital employees, working on several projects and learning vital skills required for a role in the Human Capital department.
2018-2019
English Teacher at Prestwich School
Shine Literacy
Teaching reading and writing to children aged between 8 - 12 that are falling behind in their class at school. I have taught at this school for two years. By the end of the school year the children that I have taught are above average in their year and no longer require extra help.
2018-2019
Sports Coach at Micklefield School
Micklefield School
I have taught hockey for over 7 years, however over the past 2 years I have been working at Micklefield, teaching the U10 and U11 girls teams.
EDUCATION
2020-2021
South African Collage of Applied Psychology Postgraduate Honours
POSTGRADUATE
Clinical Psychology Honours Postgraduate degree
2017-2020
UCT Bachelor's Degree
UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Social Sciences - Majoring in Psychology and Anthropology.
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Cumulative GPA: 71%
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Awarded the Deans Merit List award in 3rd year.
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UCT Leadership programme ​
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UCT Hockey Committee secretary
2009-2016
Woldingham School
HIGH SCHOOL
A levels
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History = C
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Psychology = A
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Classics = B
AS levels
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Philosophy and Ethics = B
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Extended Project Qualification = A
REFERENCES
SKILLS
Microsoft Word/ ExCel - Advanced
Power Point - Advanced
Word Press and Website Design
English - Mother Tongue
Communication
Teamwork
My Gap Year
Volunteering in Tanzania
For three months I lived in Tanzania where I was put in a team of ten people, and we moved around the country building classrooms and learning resources, teaching in special need schools, and worked for the government. I was also lucky enough to climb Kilimanjaro in 5 days when the opportunity arose.
Working in Greece
For two summer seasons I worked in Greece as a sailing instructor. This was a great way to improve on my people skills and having the responsibility to manage a large number of people, often in testing conditions.
Working as a Carer in the UK
For three months I worked as a carer, more specifically working in the palliative care departments of Old Peoples Homes and hospitals. This was an emotionally testing period of my life, but taught me life long lessons of being able to working with others, and for individuals who are completely reliant on your help.