Ashleigh Parkes
ECE teacher
Mount Maunganui,BOP
Summary
I am a compassionate Early Childhood Educator with passion for teaching and supporting young tamariki in setting foundations for life-long success. I develop my rapport with tamariki through a friendly approach, patient demeanor and excellent communication/expressive skills. I am organized with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Skilled in both independent and collaborative team settings. I am passionate about inquiry learning and creating an environment where the tamariki take the lead and I am able to support them throughout their processes. My passion, goal and challenge is to incorporate as much Te Ao Māori as I can into my daily life, being with my own whānau, to the classroom and community.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
ECE Teacher
Waiapu Kids Merivale Whānau Aroha Centre
01.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging learning activities that fostered creativity and critical thinking.
- Assisted in creating a nurturing environment that supported children's emotional and social development.
- Collaborated with families to establish effective communication regarding children's progress and well-being.
- Adapted teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs of children, enhancing overall classroom engagement.
- Monitored children's progress through regular assessments, providing insights for tailored educational support.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, involving them in their child''s education process.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching skills continually.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.
Teacher (English, Drama, Reading)
Whittle School Suzhou Campus
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated classroom activities to enhance student participation and learning outcomes.
- Implemented assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Engaged parents through regular communication regarding student achievements and challenges.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
P.E Teacher
EtonHouse Nanjing International School
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Whole school P.E teacher (Kindergarten- Highschool)
- Plan and Run whole school Sports Days.
Early Years Teacher
EtonHouse Shanghai International School
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Head Homeroom/English teacher 4-5 year old Classroom
Early Years Teacher
EtonHouse Dalian International School
03.2019 - 10.2019
- Homeroom teacher. 2-4 year old classroom
Early Years Supervisor
St. Mary's Preschool
08.2017 - 03.2019
- This involved leading a team to provide an exciting program for our young learners; making decisive decisions, planning, communicating; parents/family member's, staff, answer the phone, driving a van for excursions, routines; toileting, feeding, sleep, accident forms, learning stories (children's individual learning experiences documented and collected to show their achievements and ongoing development.
Nanny and Kindergarten Relief Teacher
Tinies
03.2017 - 05.2017
- Range of different opportunities; Working as a Nanny for a family Monday-Wednesday. Then Thursday and Friday relief teaching at a range of London's Kindergarten's.
Live in Nanny
Kiwi Oz Nannies
01.2016 - 12.2016
- I looked after three boys; 8, 5, and newborn.
Early Years Educator
St. Mary's Family Centre
01.2011 - 10.2015
- 2011-2012 I was an educator in the childcare program; 6months- 2.5year old's.
- 2013-2015 I was an educator and supervisor in the preschool program.
- This involved leading a team to provide an exciting program for our young learners; making decisive decisions, planning, communicating; parents/family member's, staff, answer the phone, driving a van for excursions, routines; toileting, feeding, sleep, accident forms, learning stories (children's individual learning experiences documented and collected to show their achievements and ongoing development.
Babysitting/Nanny
Family Harvey's
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Looking after 1 child while parent's are away.
Babysitting
Family Wilson's
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Look after three Children.
Early Years Educator
St. Mary's Tahatai Preschool
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Teaching 3-5 year old's.
Swimming Coach
TeamShore Break
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Swimming teacher; 2 year old's - Adults.
- Swimming Coach advanced Swimmers.
Office Administer
Caltex Petrol Station
01.2008 - 01.2010
Education
Certificate - NZQA Level 5 Te Reo Māori
Te Wānanga O Raukawa
Certificate - NZQA Level 4 Te Reo Māori
Te Wānanga O Raukawa
06.2024
Making the PYP happen - undefined
International Baccalaureate
02.2020
ATL skills for MYP - undefined
EtonHouse Nanjing
01.2020
Learning Language and Loving it - undefined
The Hanen Program
11.2018
Way to Play -
Autism NZ
2018
Rituals -
Childspace Early Childhood Institute
2018
The Natural Phenomena - undefined
Nature Education Network
11.2017
Bachelor of Teaching - Early Childhood Education
Open Polytechnic
05.2015
Family Violence -
Tauranga Moana Abuse Prevention
2014
Sexual Abuse -
Sexual Abuse Centre
2014
Diploma Level 6 - Applied Science in Sport and Recreation
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic
Tauranga, BOP12.2010
Moving Up certificate -
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic
2010
Surf Bronze Award -
NZ LifeGuard
2009
Sports Medic -
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic
2009
Level 3 Tourism and Travel -
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic
Tauranga, BOP07.2008
Level 3 NCEA and University Entrance - High School Education
Mount Maunganui College
Mount Maunganui, BOP12.2007
Level 2 NCEA - High School Education
Mount Maunganui College
Mount Maunganui, BOP12.2006
Level 1 NCEA - High School Education
Mount Maunganui College
Mount Maunganui, BOP12.2005
Skills
- Documentation and record keeping
- Inquiry-based learning
- Social-emotional learning
- Curriculum planning
- Relationship building
- Early childhood education
- Outdoor play
- Classroom organization
- Play-based learning
Hobbies and Interests
Family Time, Exploring the world, Being Outdoors, Hiking, Beach, Sports, Photography, Te Ao Māori, Reading
Timeline
ECE Teacher
Waiapu Kids Merivale Whānau Aroha Centre
01.2025 - Current
Teacher (English, Drama, Reading)
Whittle School Suzhou Campus
10.2022 - 07.2023
P.E Teacher
EtonHouse Nanjing International School
03.2020 - 03.2021
Early Years Teacher
EtonHouse Shanghai International School
10.2019 - 03.2020
Early Years Teacher
EtonHouse Dalian International School
03.2019 - 10.2019
Early Years Supervisor
St. Mary's Preschool
08.2017 - 03.2019
Nanny and Kindergarten Relief Teacher
Tinies
03.2017 - 05.2017
Live in Nanny
Kiwi Oz Nannies
01.2016 - 12.2016
Babysitting/Nanny
Family Harvey's
01.2014 - 01.2015
Early Years Educator
St. Mary's Family Centre
01.2011 - 10.2015
Babysitting
Family Wilson's
01.2011 - 01.2015
Early Years Educator
St. Mary's Tahatai Preschool
01.2010 - 01.2011
Swimming Coach
TeamShore Break
01.2009 - 01.2011
Office Administer
Caltex Petrol Station
01.2008 - 01.2010
Making the PYP happen - undefined
International Baccalaureate
ATL skills for MYP - undefined
EtonHouse Nanjing
Learning Language and Loving it - undefined
The Hanen Program
The Natural Phenomena - undefined
Nature Education Network
Certificate - NZQA Level 5 Te Reo Māori
Te Wānanga O Raukawa
Certificate - NZQA Level 4 Te Reo Māori
Te Wānanga O Raukawa
Way to Play -
Autism NZ
Rituals -
Childspace Early Childhood Institute
Bachelor of Teaching - Early Childhood Education
Open Polytechnic
Family Violence -
Tauranga Moana Abuse Prevention
Sexual Abuse -
Sexual Abuse Centre
Diploma Level 6 - Applied Science in Sport and Recreation
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic
Moving Up certificate -
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic
Surf Bronze Award -
NZ LifeGuard
Sports Medic -
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic
Level 3 Tourism and Travel -
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic
Level 3 NCEA and University Entrance - High School Education
Mount Maunganui College
Level 2 NCEA - High School Education
Mount Maunganui College
Level 1 NCEA - High School Education
Mount Maunganui College
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