Dhana Coon
Napier ,HKB
Summary
I am a bubbly, enthusiastic women. I am passionate about sport especially Rugby, Rugby League and Speedway.
Dedicated and dynamic, with a proven track record as a Teacher Aide. I excel in fostering educational environments for diverse learners, including those with special needs. Expert in critical thinking and relationship building, I've significantly contributed to student progress through innovative teaching methods and effective communication. My dedication and strong work ethic stand out, ensuring students achieve their full potential.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Aide/Kaiawhina
William Colenso College
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Coordinated with Teacher to help manage classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of students progress to facilitate ongoing communication with teacher about the students educational journey.
- Working with children with Autism and other learning difficulties
- Working with groups and one on one.
- Helping with Maths, Reading and Handwriting.
Teacher Aide/Kaiawhena
Peterhead School
11.2019 - 05.2023
- Coordinating with classroom teacher. Year 5/6
- Working with children with Autism, Low learners and other learning difficulties
- Working with groups and one on one
- Helping with Maths, Reading, Handwriting
- Maths Knowledge Testing Ican
- Testing: Maths, Spelling, Reading and Writing.
- Road Patrol
- Homework Centre (After School Care) – Doing Homework with students Year 1 - 8
Tutor
Hayseed Trust Alternative Education
03.2017 - 11.2019
- 12-16 year olds who can no longer attend main stream school. At risk youth.
- Delivering NCEA Unit Standards
- Online literacy and numeracy assessment tool Internal Moderation
- Picking up and Dropping off students each day in van
- Helping with weekly class plans
- Encouraging student to reach their full potential
- Spelling, Reading, Writing, Maths and life skills
- Going out on excursions
- Risk Assessment and Management System (RAMS)
- Daily reports
- End of term student reports
Tutor
Timatanga Hou Alternative Education
02.2012 - 07.2016
- 12-16 year olds who can no longer attend main stream school. At risk youth.
- Delivering NCEA Unit Standards
- Interviewing new students
- Online Literacy and numeracy tool
- Computer skills
- Administration duties
- Risk Assessment and Management System (RAMS)
- Daily reports
- End of term student reports
- Life Skills
Skills
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Determination
- Dedication
- Strong work ethic
- Oral and written communication skills
- Trustworthiness
- Patience
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Teacher Aide/Kaiawhina
William Colenso College
05.2023 - 12.2024
Teacher Aide/Kaiawhena
Peterhead School
11.2019 - 05.2023
Tutor
Hayseed Trust Alternative Education
03.2017 - 11.2019
Tutor
Timatanga Hou Alternative Education
02.2012 - 07.2016
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