Christina Keogh

• Taught multiple year levels, including ORS-funded students, creating tailored learning plans and coordinating teacher aide support.
• BSLA-trained with ongoing refresher training and Micro Credentials, implementing evidence-based literacy strategies.
• Collaborated with colleagues to enhance educational programs and share best practices.
• Developed individualized education plans for students requiring additional support.
• Completed professional development in phonics, play-based learning, numeracy, and New Zealand Curriculum (Yolanda Soryl, Longworth Education, Six Bricks, Sunshine Books, Setting Up Maths for Success, SPRING into Maths, Tamara Simpkins).
• Collaborated with whānau, medical professionals, and teaching teams to support student wellbeing and learning outcomes.
• Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
• Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and respect.
• Assessed student performance through various formative and summative evaluations.
• Adapted instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs of students.

• Supported neurodiverse students, including those with autism and ADHD, providing individualized assistance to meet learning and behavioural needs.
• Assisted in classroom instruction, implementing differentiated learning strategies to help students achieve academic and social goals.

• Acted as a reader/writer during exams, ensuring fair assessment conditions for students requiring additional support.

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• Supported classroom activities by preparing instructional materials and assisting with lesson implementation.
• Collaborated with teachers to assess student progress and provide tailored support for diverse learning needs.
• Organized and maintained classroom resources, ensuring a conducive learning environment for students.
• Facilitated small group instruction, enhancing student engagement and understanding of core concepts.