Anjinita Goundar
Papatoetoe,Auckland
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. Friendly and energetic Early Childhood Teacher with more than 10 years in early childhood education. Motivated to help children develop social, academic and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. Well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Qualified Early Chidhood Teacher
BestStart Murphys Park
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being.nuturing growth and academic growth for all students.
- Developed strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
Qualified Relief Early Childhood Teacher
Beststart Educare
04.2022 - Current
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Head Teacher
East Tamaki Childcare Centre
07.2021 - 03.2022
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
Head Teacher
Beststart Tironui Road
02.2021 - 07.2021
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
Head Teacher
Aspiration Early Learning Center
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
Qualified Teacher
BestStart Educare
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood Education
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, AUK2017
National Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, AUK2014
Diploma in Early Childhood Education Pasifika - Early Childhood Education
New Zealand Careers College
11.2010
Skills
- Good at communicating and relating to children and adults from a range of cultures
- Good at planning and organising
- Skilled at problem-solving, and able to make quick decisions
- Understanding and patience
- Creative, imaginative and resourceful
- Bilingual
- Flexible & Adaptable
- Collaboration
- Self-motivated professional
Additional Information
Cathy Govender
Contact: +61 421390124
Email: Kuban10@yahoo.com
Jaskaran Gill
Company: Best Start - Pochester
Position: Professional Practice Leader
Role during employment: Center Manager
Contact: +64 2102459396
Email: jaskaran.gill@best-start.org
Monika Surat
Company: Best start - Flat bush
Position: Center Manager
Contact: +64 211593072
Email: monika.surat@best-start.org
Timeline
Qualified Early Chidhood Teacher
BestStart Murphys Park
06.2023 - Current
Qualified Relief Early Childhood Teacher
Beststart Educare
04.2022 - Current
Head Teacher
East Tamaki Childcare Centre
07.2021 - 03.2022
Head Teacher
Beststart Tironui Road
02.2021 - 07.2021
Head Teacher
Aspiration Early Learning Center
01.2019 - 01.2021
Qualified Teacher
BestStart Educare
01.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Education - Early Childhood Education
Auckland University of Technology
National Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Auckland University of Technology
Diploma in Early Childhood Education Pasifika - Early Childhood Education
New Zealand Careers College
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