Aneshni Naidoo
Summary
Every child has the ability to succeed in their learning no matter what their needs or barriers are. I focus on building strong relations with the child and their whanau and having a positive impact on their personal growth and development.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
ESOL Teacher and Specialist Science Teacher
Mission Heights Junior College
07.2023 - Current
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and provided targeted feedback for improvement.
- Integrated technology into lessons to support interactive learning experiences for students.
- Developed and implemented innovative ESOL curriculum tailored to diverse student needs.
Careers and Pathways Coordinator
Mission Heights Junior College
07.2023 - Current
- Career Guidance: Support students with subject choices, goal setting, and planning for future study or work
- Student Support: Build strong relationships to help students feel confident and motivated about their pathways
- Event Coordination: Organise career expos, guest speakers, and visits with employers and training providers
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with teachers, families, and external partners to support student success
- Communication: Deliver clear and engaging presentations, workshops, and one-on-one sessions
Classroom Teacher, Mentor, Team Leader
Mission Heights Primary
01.2020 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Led parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and address concerns collaboratively.
- Mentored junior teachers in effective instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Coordinated school-wide events promoting community involvement and student achievement recognition.
- Reviewed curriculum standards annually, ensuring alignment with educational goals and state requirements.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
Relief Teacher
Various School - East Auckland
East Auckland
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, maintaining educational continuity in absence of regular teachers.
Classroom Teacher
Mayfield Primary School
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Cultivated a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
Account Manager
Office Max New Zealand
New Zealand
04.2017 - 12.2017
Classroom Teacher, Mentor, Team Leader, Math and Science subject specialist (Intermediate level)
Rand Park School
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2004 - 01.2016
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to support student academic growth and behavioural improvements.
- Developed individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with diverse learning needs, ensuring inclusive education practices.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Served as a team leader for grade-level initiatives, coordinating efforts among faculty members to achieve shared goals related to curriculum and instruction improvement.
- Mentored new teachers entering the profession and provided constructive feedback on their teaching methods, promoting growth within the school community.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behaviour.
Education
Higher Diploma in Education - Senior Primary
University of Natal-Edgewood Campus
01.1999
TESOL - Certificate
10.2020
Bachelor of Arts - TESOL
University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ01-2026
Certificate - Special Educational Needs Course
International Open Academy
06-2020
Skills
- Collaborate well with other teachers, parents and administrators
- Design differentiated instructional materials
- Provided guidance to students with special needs by planning, implementing and developing an inclusion module
- Leadership - problem solving and evaluating situations
- Guiding teams to achieve project goals
- Work well under pressure and help navigate other professionals to cope
- Effective classroom management
- Innovative lesson planning
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Leading Learning - Mark Osborne
- Leadership Coaching - Maggie Ogram
- First Aid Certification - St Johns
- Teaching students with Hearing Impairment Workshop - Kelston Deaf Education NZ
- Low Vision Workshop - Blennz Auckland
- Structured Literacy program-assist students with Dyslexia - Karen Beech (RTLB:Pakuranga School)
A LITTLE BIT ABOUT ME
I have been happily married for 23 years and am a proud mother of two sons—Kime, who is currently studying at AUT, and Aran, who is in Year 12 at BDSC. As a family, we enjoy spending quality time with our extended whānau and friends, and we love exploring new places together.
Timeline
ESOL Teacher and Specialist Science Teacher
Mission Heights Junior College
07.2023 - Current
Careers and Pathways Coordinator
Mission Heights Junior College
07.2023 - Current
Classroom Teacher, Mentor, Team Leader
Mission Heights Primary
01.2020 - 06.2023
Relief Teacher
Various School - East Auckland
01.2019 - 01.2020
Classroom Teacher
Mayfield Primary School
01.2018 - 12.2018
Account Manager
Office Max New Zealand
04.2017 - 12.2017
Classroom Teacher, Mentor, Team Leader, Math and Science subject specialist (Intermediate level)
Rand Park School
01.2004 - 01.2016
TESOL - Certificate
Higher Diploma in Education - Senior Primary
University of Natal-Edgewood Campus
Bachelor of Arts - TESOL
University of Auckland
Certificate - Special Educational Needs Course
International Open Academy