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Education
Skills
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ANNE MUNRO

Porirua,New Zealand
ANNE MUNRO

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Year 5/6 & Year 3/4 TeacherLiteracy Support and CRT/SEN Release TeacherEAL Early Years-Gr 5 and Gr 3 and Gr 1 PYP TeacherNew Entrant TeacherYr 4 Boys, Yr 3 Girls, Grade 1 Teacher

Work Type

Full Time

Salary Range

0/yr - 0/yr

Summary

Seasoned educator with 25+ years of international teaching experiences across New Zealand, China, Kuwait, Qatar, and Bangladesh. Expertise in structured literacy and numeracy support strategies, enhancing student learning outcomes. Specialized in ESOL and new entrant education, fostering engaging and successful learning environments.

Overview

25
years of professional experience
2

Bachelor of Education/Diploma of Teaching

1

CELTA-Cert to Teach English to Speakers of Other Languages

Work History

Holy Family
Porirua, New Zealand

Year 5/6 & Year 3/4 Teacher
05.2024 - 12.2025

Job overview

  • Implemented structured literacy methods to improve reading skills and comprehension.
  • Implemented structured Math approaches to enhance student understanding and engagement.
  • Taught DMIC to foster collaborative mathematical inquiry and critical thinking among students.
  • Delivered Catholic religious education to students.

Titahi Bay North School
Porirua, New Zealand

Literacy Support and CRT/SEN Release Teacher
01.2023 - 12.2023

Job overview

  • Facilitated small group literacy sessions using Yolanda Soryl and Better Start Literacy Approach, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Coordinated teacher release schedules for CRT and SEN activities.

International School Dhaka

EAL Early Years-Gr 5 and Gr 3 and Gr 1 PYP Teacher
08.2015 - 06.2021

Job overview

  • Created Listening and Speaking Targets using WIDA consortium framework in collaboration with Early Years homeroom teachers.
  • Established framework of targets enhancing student readiness for successful transition to Primary years.
  • Developed language-specific domain targets using WIDA consortium framework aligned with PYP units of inquiry and Readers and Writers workshop.
  • Mentored Grade 5 students through PYP exhibition, fostering their inquiry and presentation skills.
  • Planned, implemented and assessed PYP transdisciplinary curriculum in collaboration with specialist teachers.

Thorndon Primary School

New Entrant Teacher
07.2014 - 12.2014

Job overview

  • Designed and delivered New Zealand Curriculum for 5-year-old students, fostering foundational skills and knowledge.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student learning needs.
  • Assisted in classroom management and student behavior guidance.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum effectiveness and relevance.

Al Jazeera Academy, Al Maha Girls 'Ta'allum' Company

Yr 4 Boys, Yr 3 Girls, Grade 1 Teacher
08.2011 - 08.2014

Job overview

  • Developed national curriculum for Key Stage 2 and PYP curriculum to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Created engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
  • Facilitated daily classroom activities and routines.
  • Supported students in developing reading and writing skills.

The English Academy School

Year 3 Teacher
08.2009 - 06.2010

Job overview

  • Created engaging curriculum materials for Key Stage 2 students to enhance learning outcomes
  • Developed lesson plans using state standards and diverse teaching resources.
  • Created engaging classroom activities to foster student participation and collaboration.
  • Assisted in classroom management to maintain a positive learning environment.

A'Takamul International School

Grade 3 Teacher
08.2008 - 06.2009

Job overview

  • Created core curriculum for educational programs to align with educational standards.

Yew Chung International School

EAL-Intermediates, Grade 3 and Grade 1 Teacher
08.2005 - 06.2008

Job overview

  • Created and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with National Curriculum for Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, fostering student understanding and participation.
  • Taught English as an Additional Language (EAL) to intermediate-level students in Grade 3, enhancing their language proficiency and confidence in communication.

Pukekohe Primary School

Year 4 Teacher
03.2002 - 08.2005

Job overview

  • Implemented engaging lessons aligned with New Zealand Curriculum, fostering student understanding and participation.

Russell School

Year 0 & Year 1 Teacher
01.1997 - 12.2000

Job overview

  • Developed and delivered engaging lessons aligned with New Zealand Curriculum, fostering student understanding and participation.

Education

New Zealand Catholic Bishops
Wellington

Certificate- Foundation Level from Catholic Religious Education
02-2026

University Overview

Waikato University
Hamilton, New Zealand

Bachelor of Teaching
04-2004

University Overview

Christchurch Teachers College
Christchurch, New Zealand

Diploma of Teaching
11-1996

University Overview

Cambridge English Level 5 Certificate (CELTA)
International House Bangkok

Certificate of Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages: from English
08.2018 - 08.2018

University Overview

Skills

  • Readers/Writers Workshop
  • Visible Thinking
  • Structured Literacy
  • Jolly Phonics trained
  • Structured Math Approach
  • Talk for Writing & Big Write
  • Co-teaching & parallel teaching
  • Classroom inclusion
  • NWEA Map proctor trained
  • Soryl Yolanda Structured Literacy
  • Better Start Literacy Approach
  • Making PYP Happen in the classroom (1)
  • PYP Action category (2)
  • PYP Concept-based Learning Category (3)
  • PYP Inquiry Category (3)
  • ESL/EAL/CELTA trained
  • WIDA trained

Certification

  • Physical Restraint Certificate, 10/24/23
  • Tūturu | Full Practising Certificate (Category One), 01/30/27

Contacts (Referees)

Contacts (Referees)
  • Sue Goodin, Principal Holy Family School 169 Mungavin Avenue, Cannons Creek, Porirua 5024, New Zealand +64 4 237 7664 principal@holyfamily.school.nz
  • Rhys McKinley Retired Principal: (021 133 8707) rhys.mckinley00@gmail.com
  • Father Issac Holy Family Church Porirua Office 04 237 8674 office@holyfamilyparish.nz
  • International School Fiji, Thomas Van Der Wielen Head of School, Thomas.wielen@iss.school.fj (my former principal and CEO of International School of Dhaka)
  • International School Fiji, Mira Van Der Wielen Mwielen@iss.school.fj (my former learning support leader at International School Dhaka while I was an EAL/ESL teacher)

Timeline

Year 5/6 & Year 3/4 Teacher
Holy Family
05.2024 - 12.2025
Literacy Support and CRT/SEN Release Teacher
Titahi Bay North School
01.2023 - 12.2023
Cambridge English Level 5 Certificate (CELTA)
Certificate of Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages: from English
08.2018 - 08.2018
EAL Early Years-Gr 5 and Gr 3 and Gr 1 PYP Teacher
International School Dhaka
08.2015 - 06.2021
New Entrant Teacher
Thorndon Primary School
07.2014 - 12.2014
Yr 4 Boys, Yr 3 Girls, Grade 1 Teacher
Al Jazeera Academy, Al Maha Girls 'Ta'allum' Company
08.2011 - 08.2014
Year 3 Teacher
The English Academy School
08.2009 - 06.2010
Grade 3 Teacher
A'Takamul International School
08.2008 - 06.2009
EAL-Intermediates, Grade 3 and Grade 1 Teacher
Yew Chung International School
08.2005 - 06.2008
Year 4 Teacher
Pukekohe Primary School
03.2002 - 08.2005
Year 0 & Year 1 Teacher
Russell School
01.1997 - 12.2000
New Zealand Catholic Bishops
Certificate- Foundation Level from Catholic Religious Education
Waikato University
Bachelor of Teaching
Christchurch Teachers College
Diploma of Teaching
ANNE MUNRO