Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Interests
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Cerise Selkirk

Dargaville

Summary

Reliable, hardworking , valuable Office Administrator with a solid background in customer service delivery. Proven track record of exceptional multitasking abilities and time management. Organised, dependable and successful when managing multiple priorities while maintaining a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. Knowledgeable with microsoft program's word, publisher,excel.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Playgroup Coordinator /Front Office Administrator

Dargaville Early Years Hub
Dargaville, NTL
04.2019 - 04.2024
  • Developed engaging play-based programs to enhance children's social and emotional skills.
  • Coordinated activities that fostered collaboration among children, parents, and staff.
  • Implemented safety protocols ensuring a secure environment for all participants.
  • Established policies regarding health and safety protocols in the playgroup setting to reduce potential risks and ensure the well-being of all children under our care.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, incidents reports, and developmental milestones to track progress over time effectively.
  • Built strong relationships with families through open communication channels, enhancing trust between parents, staff, and the organization.
  • Enhanced playgroup experience by developing and implementing age-appropriate activities and programs in accordance with Te Whariki -MOE
  • Maintained accurate inventory levels by regularly updating the tracking system and initiating orders when necessary.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Maintained electronic and paper filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
  • Oversaw appointment scheduling and itinerary coordination for both clients and personnel.

Kaimahi

Te Puna O Takiwira Kohanga
Dargaville, NTL
01.2016 - 12.2018
  • Created Te Reo Maori resources for at home learning
  • led Te Reo based activities for ages 0-6years
  • Created Te Reo Maori Waiata to teach tamariki
  • Confidently led morning mat sessions in Te Reo
  • worked with whanau to support tamarkik social and emotional development within Kohanga tikanga
  • Organised events promoting Kohanga reo
  • managed inventory list when purchasing new rauemi/resources
  • Produce learning books for tamariki outlining progress, new kaupapa milestones that were sent home weekly for whanau members to keep up to date

Support Teacher

Selwyn Park Primary
Dargaville, NTL
02.2013 - 12.2015
  • Supported main teacher developed and implement a lesson plans to enhance student learning and engagement in Te Reo
  • Assisted teacher to create inclusive classroom environments supporting diverse learning needs.
  • Coordinated small group reading lessons
  • Monitored student progress
  • Led initiatives to promote inclusivity and accessibility within the school environment.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering open communication.
  • Organized and maintained classroom resources, educational tools and materials.
  • Helped with grading and tests, providing constructive feedback to lead teacher

Personal Assistant / Office Administrator

Kaipara District Council
Dargaville
03.2012 - 12.2015
  • Managed calendars and scheduled appointment bookings Commissioner
  • Organized travel arrangements, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness
  • Developed filing systems electronically
  • Assisted in project management tasks, such as the "Critical water" signs located around the community keeping to time frames
  • Led initiatives to enhance cultural awareness such as producing a waiata then teaching it to council staff that is sung when staff attend hui
  • Responded to emails professionally
  • Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
  • Displayed absolute discretion at handling confidential information.
  • Accomplished project deadlines by assisting with task completion whenever required.
  • Provided research assistance on various projects
  • Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
  • Updated and maintained confidential databases and records.
  • Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
  • Took notes at various council meetings
  • prepared minutes and agenda for upcoming meetings

Education

NCEA LEVEL 1,2 -

Dargaville Highschool
Dargaville

No Degree - Performing Arts- Nga Toi

Dargaville Highschool
Dargaville, NZ
02-2008

Skills

  • Empathy and patience
  • Excellent communication
  • Health and safety regulations
  • First aid certification
  • Scheduling expertise
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Documentation and recordkeeping
  • Reliability
  • Office administration

Accomplishments

  • Wrote a waiata for Kaipara District Council staff in Te Reo then taught it to all staff for when attending hui or hosting celebrations.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Certification

  • 2019: Te Wananga O Aotearoa- Maori Business Management Level 3
  • 2017: Oranga Tamariki Child Matters- working together for vulnerable children
  • 2017: Kohanga Reo National Trust-Te Ara Tuatara Whakapakiri o Te Reo Maori
  • 2014: Living Works-ASIST Applied suicide intervention skills training
  • 2012: People Potential Whangarei- Council Cadetship National certificate in employment skill's
  • 2012: North Tec Dargaville

LCQ liquor licence controller qualification

Barista certificate

Food health & safety certificate


Languages

Maori
Full Professional
English
Full Professional

Interests

Proud Maori i absolutely love watching and performing Kapahaka and love teaching others about our beautiful culture I come from a huge close knit whanau and in my spare time i enjoy being with my nieces and nephews swimming

I enjoy helping helping out at the Hub where i have previously worked the past 6 years I love being able to contribute to the very important engagement and learning of of babies

Timeline

Playgroup Coordinator /Front Office Administrator

Dargaville Early Years Hub
04.2019 - 04.2024

Kaimahi

Te Puna O Takiwira Kohanga
01.2016 - 12.2018

Support Teacher

Selwyn Park Primary
02.2013 - 12.2015

Personal Assistant / Office Administrator

Kaipara District Council
03.2012 - 12.2015

NCEA LEVEL 1,2 -

Dargaville Highschool

No Degree - Performing Arts- Nga Toi

Dargaville Highschool
Cerise Selkirk