Any forms of Dance
Caryn Suzanne Preston
Teacher, Team Leader, Deputy Principal, Centre Manager
504a Matawai Rd, Waerengaahika, Gisborne
Summary
Nō Tairāwhiti ahau
Ko Waerenga-a-hika tōku kainga
Ko Oneroa te moana
Ko Titirangi te maunga
Ko Ray tāku tāne
Ko Angela rātou ko Symon ko Maggie āku tamariki
Ko Caryn Preston tōku ingoa.
Tēnā koutou katoa
A compassionate, creative and effective Kaiako, Leader and Kaiwhakahaere with valuable experiences in classroom, school and centre administration. Passionate about education with a goal of supporting ākonga to be the best they can be. Professional, friendly and respectful in relationships. Loves to laugh, make mistakes and have fun when learning. Strong work ethic, resilient and loyal.
Mai te kōpae ki te urupa, tātou ako tonu ai
From the cradle to the grave we are forever learning
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
29
29
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Learning Mentor/Teacher
Campion College
01.2024 - Current
- Empowered students to take ownership of their learning journeys through goal-setting exercises and self-reflection meetings.
- Fostered strong relationships between parents, teachers, and staff members through regular communication channels such as emails, phone calls, and meetings.
- Served as an advocate for student welfare, addressing any concerns related to academic progress or emotional well-being with the appropriate personnel.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify struggling students and develop targeted intervention strategies.
- Contributed to the development of curriculum materials that cater to diverse learner profiles within the classroom setting.
Centre Manager
The Farmyard For Early Learners
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Manages 24 staff of kaiako working in five classrooms, including auxiliary staff of chef, house keeper, caretaker and administrator. eg rosters, leave, wellbeing
- Prioritizes Annual Plan monthly tasks and completes within time frames, specifically working toward Strategic goals of the centre
- Works within budgets to meet targets
- Coaches kaiako to promote continuous improvement through Professional Growth Cycles.
- Supports children with diverse learning needs by coordinating LSC support and other agencies
- Facilitates better communication/whanaungatanga through consistent demonstration of centres values of integrity, positivity and respect
- Promotes high standards and follows policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environments for all ākonga
- Resolves problems, improves operations and provides exceptional service to whānau
- Facilitates staff meetings, regular and strategic reviews
- Has committed to 2 years of Bicultural PLD through monthly local histories workshops which have components of local iwi stories, tikanga, exploration of Te Ao Māori concepts and Te Reo
New Entrant/Year One Teacher
Te Hapara School
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Collaborated with hub partner to design learning opportunities to fit needs of all tamariki
- Experience with Structured Literacy
- Created and executed planning for learning that integrated curriculum concepts and ako opportunities. eg Inquiry learning integrated with mathematics and literacy, exploration tables and mixed groups to support tuakana/teina mahi
- Worked closely with outside agencies to create learning plans for diverse learners
- High level of written communications to whanau both informal and formal eg. newsletters and reports
- Created classroom environment and daily rhythm which enabled tamariki to have strong whanaungatanga
- Worked with surrounding ECE centres to support transition of New Entrants
- Rich and vibrant use of resources to engage tamariki
- Team Leader
- Develop relationships with whanau to high level of trust.
Deputy Principal
Te Hapara School
07.2015 - 12.2022
- Modeled expected and appropriate leadership with teaching staff and administrative personnel. Walking the talk.
- Positive interactions with tamariki and whānau, always going the extra mile.
- Performed observations to assess kaiako effectiveness and offered support through Professional Growth Cycle.
- Facilitated continued education for teaching staff through implementation of quality curriculum training and appropriation of necessary resources. eg Play
- Developed productive relationships with whānau of tamariki with diverse learning needs
- PB4L Leader who established instructional practices driven by statistical performance data from whole school
- Coached beginning kaiako on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
- Mentored EIT and Te Rito Maioha ākonga and provided feedback
- Researched, trialed and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize educational effectiveness eg. Structured literacy
- Cultivated positive relationships between ECE community members, New Entrant tamariki and kaiako to ensure successful transitions.
- Led meetings to deploy new PLD, grow capability and deliver school vision and philosophy.
Year One Teacher/Team Manager
Makauri School
02.2012 - 06.2015
Year One Teacher/Team Leader
Te Hapara School
2 2008 - 11 2011
Scale A Teacher Year Groups NE, 5/6, 7/8
Awapuni, Makaraka, Ilminister, Northern Health Sch
04.2001 - 12.2007
Education
Te Reo Māori
Reo Ora Programme
Online 04.2001 - Current
Reading Recovery Inservice Training
University of Waikato
Gisborne 02.2016 - 12.2016
Postgrad Certificate in Applied Practice - Digital And Collaborative Learning
The MindLab - Unitech
Gisborne 02.2015 - 12.2015
National Aspiring Principals Programme
Te Toi Tupu
Gisborne 02.2012 - 11.2012
Bachelor of Teaching - Professional Education
Waikato University
Waikato 02.2011 - 12.2011
Diploma of Teaching - Primary Teaching
Christchurch College of Education
Christchurch 02.1998 - 12.2000
Skills
Student-centered learning approach
Professional Memberships
2013-Present
Golden Key Honor Society
University of Waikato Chapter
NZEI
Additional Information
A little about myself personally...
I have spent most of my life in our beautiful city of Gisborne. As a happily married mother of three—aged 38, 27, and 20—and a proud grandmother of two grandkids, aged 7 and 14, my family brings me joy and fulfillment.
My career has largely revolved around education, with many years as a primary teacher, in addition to early childhood education. I've also worked in sales with Hertz Rental Cars and even in the fitness industry as an aerobics instructor. Currently, I am a Learning Mentor and Teacher at Campion College and I am enjoying working with older students in another educational setting.
I am a fun-loving individual who delights in learning new things and seeing the joy on others' faces when they achieve something they never thought possible. As a perfectionist, I pay close attention to detail, ensuring that whatever I pursue is accomplished to a high standard, often infused with flair and creativity. I truly enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds.
Interests
Mixed media art
Staying fit and healthy with daily workouts
Travelling
Cooking and planning menus
Referees
Mark Naden
Learning Mentors Manager, SLT, Campion College
0274799506
Claire Daniels
Deputy Principal, Te Hapara School
022163 6500
Timeline
Learning Mentor/Teacher
Campion College
01.2024 - Current
Centre Manager
The Farmyard For Early Learners
03.2022 - 09.2023
New Entrant/Year One Teacher
Te Hapara School
01.2017 - 01.2022
Reading Recovery Inservice Training
University of Waikato
02.2016 - 12.2016
Deputy Principal
Te Hapara School
07.2015 - 12.2022
Postgrad Certificate in Applied Practice - Digital And Collaborative Learning
The MindLab - Unitech
02.2015 - 12.2015
Year One Teacher/Team Manager
Makauri School
02.2012 - 06.2015
National Aspiring Principals Programme
Te Toi Tupu
02.2012 - 11.2012
Bachelor of Teaching - Professional Education
Waikato University
02.2011 - 12.2011
Te Reo Māori
Reo Ora Programme
04.2001 - Current
Scale A Teacher Year Groups NE, 5/6, 7/8
Awapuni, Makaraka, Ilminister, Northern Health Sch
04.2001 - 12.2007
Diploma of Teaching - Primary Teaching
Christchurch College of Education
02.1998 - 12.2000
Year One Teacher/Team Leader
Te Hapara School
2 2008 - 11 2011
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