Leader of English language teaching and learning,
Ormiston Primary School
02.2025 - Current
Dani Clark
Leader of English language teaching and learning, Teacher
Auckland,AUK
Timeline
Ākonga coaching programme Lead
Ormiston Primary School
02.2024 - Current
Class Literacy Lead
Ormiston Primary School
02.2023 - Current
Teacher
Ormiston Primary School
02.2021 - Current
Masters Degree - Teaching Practice
University of Auckland
01.2021 - 10.2023
Teacher
Rowandale Primary
02.2019 - 12.2021
Graduate Diploma - Primary Teaching
University of Auckland
01.2019 - 11.2019
Teacher Assistant
Rowandale Primary
02.2016 - 12.2018
Playcentre Coordinator
Ministry Of Education
01.2013 - 07.2015
Book Editor
Profil Knjiga
01.2006 - 12.2009
Diploma - Comparative Literature
University of Philosophy
Work History
Leader of English language teaching and learning,
Ormiston Primary School
02.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with the Curriculum Team to develop and enhance the school Curriculum in alignment with the New Zealand Curriculum.
- Trialed new resources and scope & sequence frameworks to assess their effectiveness in meeting curriculum goals and ākonga needs.
- Evaluated and refined the resources based on feedback from teachers and ākonga to ensure alignment with learning outcomes.
- Redesigned planning and reporting processes to enhance clarity and efficiency in documenting ākonga progress and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with teachers to ensure the redesigned processes were practical, manageable, and supported their ongoing professional development
- Introduced new technologies for collaboration and sharing teacher insights within the Ako Arotahi target learning group, focusing on Māori and Pasifika achievement. Implemented digital platforms that allowed teachers to share resources, strategies, and feedback in real-time, enhancing collaborative learning and practice across the group
Ākonga coaching programme Lead
Ormiston Primary School
02.2024 - Current
- Successfully launched a new school initiative: an ākonga leadership program focused on ākonga coaching, designed to empower ākonga to take on leadership roles accross school and in their own learning.
- Developed the program structure, including clear objectives and outcomes, to ensure it aligned with the school's vision and curriculum goals.
- Incorporated the Growth Framework into the program, enabling ākonga to use it as a tool for one-on-one coaching sessions with their peers (coachees)
Guided ākonga leaders in helping their coachees identify personal learning goals, create action plans, and track their progress toward achieving these goals. - Created resources to support the implementation of the ākonga leadership program, including coaching guides, reflection tools, and goal-setting templates that are aligned with school's vision and learning model.
- Led a team of teachers in training, supporting, and monitoring the success of ākonga leaders in their coaching roles
Class Literacy Lead
Ormiston Primary School
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted with professional learning and development workshops by contributing to the planning and delivery of content focused on enhancing teaching practices and improving student outcomes.
- Served as Classroom Literacy Lead and actively participated in the Ako Arotahi programme, focusing on targeting Māori and Pasifika learners to help them achieve greater success in their learning.
- Reported to the whole Ako Arotahi group, sharing insights on progress, challenges, and outcomes related to Māori and Pasifika learners' literacy achievement
Developed and implemented effective strategies to improve literacy outcomes for diverse learners, ensuring success for all ākonga. - Conducted data input and data cleaning, analyzing and summarizing findings to inform decision-making and improve literacy practices.
- Introduced new methods of formative assessment to track ākonga progress more effectively and adjust teaching strategies in real-time
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities, such as workshops and conferences, to stay current with educational trends and best practices.
- Designed curriculum materials specifically for special education students, ensuring inclusive and accessible learning opportunities.
- Collaborated on developing resources for ESOL students, incorporating best practices in literacy teaching and ensuring alignment with the school’s literacy goals and the New Zealand Curriculum
Teacher
Ormiston Primary School
02.2021 - Current
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Worked in an ILE with over 100 ākonga, adapting teaching methods to align with the ILA model.
- Utilized a range of teaching strategies to cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring that all ākonga could engage in meaningful and personalized learning experiences.
- Fostered a collaborative classroom culture where ākonga had the opportunity to work together, share ideas, and learn from one another in a dynamic environment.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
Teacher
Rowandale Primary
02.2019 - 12.2021
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Assisted with creating ākonga learning maps for Reading and Writing by collaborating with teachers to identify key learning goals and milestones for each subject. Provided guidance on how to use the learning maps effectively in the classroom to track ākonga progress and adjust teaching strategies. Supported teachers in incorporating formative assessments into the learning maps to provide ongoing feedback and inform instructional decisions.
Teacher Assistant
Rowandale Primary
02.2016 - 12.2018
- Assisted lead teacher in managing classroom behavior, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Facilitated small-group instruction sessions targeting specific skill gaps among struggling learners for academic success.
- Assisted lead teacher in the monitoring of student progress and updating required documentation, ensuring accurate records for each learner.
- Contributed to the development of curriculum materials, aligning content with NZC and educational objectives.
- Prepared supplementary lesson materials such as visuals aids, hands-on manipulatives, or interactive games that enhanced student understanding of complex concepts.
- Participated in numerous Professional Development Programs to enhance ākonga learning in Numeracy and Literacy.
Playcentre Coordinator
Ministry Of Education
01.2013 - 07.2015
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Met with the Education Review Office (ERO) and hosted their visits, ensuring the centre was well-prepared for their evaluations.
- Provided ERO with relevant information on the centre’s initiatives, practices, and progress, showcasing how the centre was meeting educational standards and goals.
- Liaised with local kura to support ākonga transitions, ensuring smooth and positive shifts for ākonga moving between schools.
Book Editor
Profil Knjiga
01.2006 - 12.2009
- Collaborated with authors to refine their manuscripts for better clarity, structure, and overall readability.
- Boosted sales potential for titles by analyzing market data and collaborating with the sales team to develop targeted strategies for reaching key demographics.
- Planned budgets and negotiated contracts with authors and freelance writers.
- Spearheaded the acquisition of new titles, evaluating submissions based on market trends and potential readership appeal.
- Prepared final copies for print by formatting files, deciding on trim size, making aesthetic decisions and determining page count.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of high-quality work within deadline constraints.
- Contributed to long-term editorial strategies by attending industry conferences and staying current on relevant news in the publishing world.
- Recruited and directed writers and illustrators through daily communication via telephone or email.
- Proofread, edited and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
- Edited and reviewed content for grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Education
Diploma - Comparative Literature
University of Philosophy
Novi Sad, SerbiaGraduate Diploma - Primary Teaching
University of Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand 01.2019 - 11.2019
Masters Degree - Teaching Practice
University of Auckland
01.2021 - 10.2023
Skills
Ākonga-centered learning
Organisational and management skills
Culturally responsive practices
Strong communication skills
Learner assessment
Curriculum development
Effective listening
Flexible and adaptive
Whanau and ākonga communication
Cognitive and behavioral development
Social-emotional learning
Strong communication skills
Languages
Croatian
German
Latin
Serbian
Languages: Serbian, Croatian, Bosnian, German, Latin.
I am fluent in Serbian (Latin and Cyrillic script), Croatian and Bosnian. I can speak and understand German, with less confidence. I speak Te Reo Māori to sufficient educational standards, I am continually working on becoming more fluent. I can understand Greek and Latin words sufficiently.
Interests
Cooking
Whanau time
Reading
Quote
Child's culture can never enter the classroom until it enters teacher's consciousness.
Leali'ie'e Tufulasifa'atafatafa Ova Taleni
Software
E-tap
Hero
Skodel
Google Workspace
AI Technologies
Miro
Summary
I am passionate about education and committed to raising ākonga achievement. Coming from a diverse background, I have developed a strong ability to understand different perspectives, which enhances my communication and listening skills. I am driven and consistently push myself to set goals and achieve targets, while always reminding myself of my 'why'—to help our ākonga define and achieve their own success. I'm always seeking ways to improve efficiency and find innovative methods to foster growth. I thrive on challenges and believe I would bring dedication, expertise, and enthusiasm to this role.
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