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Darren James Sexton

Summary

Dedicated educator with 25+ years of experience in child development. Focus on building strong relationships and safe learning environments. Design engaging lessons to support social, emotional, and cognitive growth. Committed to nurturing holistic development and promoting lifelong learning.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physical Education Teacher

Rosmini College
01.2011 - Current
  • Teaching Physical Education and Intermediate Materials Technology (wood)
  • Position of Responsibility - Intermediate Sports Coordinator
  • Teacher in charge - Intermediate Rugby Saints Programme. (60 participants, 12 Student Coaches).
  • Previous positions - Director of Sport, Teacher of Intermediate mathematics
  • 2025 Refreshment Leave - Travelling the country in a caravan with my wife and two children (ages 2 and 5)
  • 2019 Refreshment Leave - Project managed our subdivision and our architecturally designed home.
  • Currently on refreshment leave without pay

Director of Sport /High School Physical Education Teacher

Carmel College
01.2010 - 12.2010
  • Director of Sport (Terms 1 and 2)
  • Physical Educator (Terms 3 and 4)
  • 1 year fixed term position

Head of Extra-Curricular Sport

Enfield Grammar School
09.2002 - 12.2009
  • Head of Extra-Curricular Sport - (2007 - 2009) - 400 fixtures annually.
  • Physical Education Teacher - Key Stages 4 (GCSE) and 5 (Advanced Level)
  • Mathematics Teacher - Key Stage 3 (ages 11 - 14)
  • Position of Responsibility - Assistant Dean.


Education

Bachelor of Education / Diploma of Teaching - Physical Education, Mathematics

Massey University
05.1997

Skills

  • Develop positive relationships
  • Fostering enthusiasm and curiosity
  • Proficient management skills
  • Developing supportive spaces
  • Model leadership behaviours
  • Holistic child development

Certification

  • First Aid Qualified - Current
  • New Zealand Teacher Registration - Year 1999 - Current
  • United Kingdom - Qualified Teacher Status - June 2005

Interests

  • DIY - House and other projects
  • Outdoor and Adventure - Exploring New Zealand, Tramping, Kayaking, Biking
  • Physical Fitness and Wellness - Running, Swimming, Gym, Yoga and Pilates
  • Community Engagement - Organise an all weather outdoor children's play group



Timeline

Physical Education Teacher

Rosmini College
01.2011 - Current

Director of Sport /High School Physical Education Teacher

Carmel College
01.2010 - 12.2010

Head of Extra-Curricular Sport

Enfield Grammar School
09.2002 - 12.2009

Bachelor of Education / Diploma of Teaching - Physical Education, Mathematics

Massey University
Darren James Sexton