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Belinda Walker

WGN

Summary

With 26 years of experience in the education sector, I am now seeking to apply my extensive skills and expertise in a new context. Throughout my career, I have excelled in change management, creating learning programs, and effectively communicating with diverse audiences. My ability to be flexible and adaptable has been invaluable in the ever-evolving teaching world. I embrace new learning and new challenges. I have a keen eye for detail and have strong organisational skills. I enjoy being a team leader, mentoring and supporting others to help them achieve their goals and professional growth. I foster a growth mindset culture and maintain a positive environment. I take great pride in delivering exceptional work, always giving my utmost effort to everything I do.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Maths PLD Facilitator, Team Leader

Edushop
10.2018 - 03.2024

Focusing primarily on providing Professional Development in the teaching and learning of Mathematics, I

created and delivered courses, workshops, and continuous PLD programmes. I supported schools and staff through changes, creating implementation schemes and curriculum policies.

  • Increased team productivity by streamlining communication and implementing effective project management strategies.
  • PLD course design
  • Create and maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders
  • Induct and train new team members. Observe and provide feedback for professional growth.
  • Collate reliable and valid data; analyse and report on data outcomes and trends; use data to inform future business decisions
  • Keep up to date with current research and practices on the teaching of mathematics
  • Support clients through change, ensuring new learning is accepted, embedded and consistently applied

Team Leader, Maths Lead, Teacher

Maungaraki School
01.2009 - 01.2016
  • Led professional development workshops for colleagues, promoting collaboration and sharing of best practices, leading whole school change.
  • Ensured consistency with teaching, learning and assessment practices across the school.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by embedding pedagogical change and innovative teaching methods and techniques.
  • Analyzed student data to identify areas of improvement, implementing targeted interventions to increase achievement levels.
  • Managed resources and budgets effectively.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on effective classroom management strategies and instructional practices.
  • Reported to all stakeholders, including the BOT
  • Maintained positive relationships within the school and the parental community.

Teacher, Team Leader, Subject Lead

Muritai School; Rabbs Farm Primary School (UK); Mangaroa Primary School; Mount View Primary
01.1998 - 01.2009

I taught all levels from Year 1 to Year 8, providing me an in-depth understanding of the learning continuum through the primary years. I held leadership roles across all these levels, through which I supported the growth and development of the school(s).

  • Maintained positive relationships within the school and the parental community.
  • Developed tailored lesson plans for diverse learners, ensuring individual growth and improved academic outcomes.
  • Reported regularly and clearly to all stakeholders.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment
  • Led teams, ensuring consistency of learning programmes and opportunities, supporting high levels of achievement.

Education

Bachelor Of Education -

Massey University
Palmerston North
12.1997

Diploma of Education, Major in Mathematics -

College of Education
Palmerston North
12.1996

Skills

  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Reflective and critical thinker
  • Creative
  • Analytical Thinking, Data Analysis
  • Collaborative
  • Positive Attitude
  • Excellent Communication, written and oral
  • Relationship Building
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Work well under pressure
  • Stakeholder Engagement

Values

  • Manaakitanga: Respect & kindness
  • Whanaungatanga: Connections and positive relationships
  • Whakatipu: Growth, learning and knowledge

External Experience

Chair, Wadestown Toy Library Committee

  • Run monthly meetings.
  • Oversee all committee jobs and responsibilities
  • Hold AGM's and Special Meetings.
  • Ensure the operation of the Toy Library runs smoothly, meets targets, aligns with the constitution and the charities commission requirements. Manage the employment of the Librarian

Timeline

Maths PLD Facilitator, Team Leader

Edushop
10.2018 - 03.2024

Team Leader, Maths Lead, Teacher

Maungaraki School
01.2009 - 01.2016

Teacher, Team Leader, Subject Lead

Muritai School; Rabbs Farm Primary School (UK); Mangaroa Primary School; Mount View Primary
01.1998 - 01.2009

Bachelor Of Education -

Massey University

Diploma of Education, Major in Mathematics -

College of Education
Belinda Walker