Donna Vollebregt

• WHAANAUNGATANGA - Engaging in positive and collaborative relationships
• Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
• Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
• Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• MANAAKITANGA - an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.Welcoming, caring and innovative environment that treats everyone with respect and dignity
• Developed team members'' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
• Collaborated with other room leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
• Evaluated team member performance against established objectives during regular reviews, offering praise for achievements or identifying areas requiring further development.
• WHAKAMANA -staff members, helping them develop their leadership potential and advance in their careers.
• Fostered positive work environment, resulting in decreased employee turnover and increased team cohesion.
• Led by example, demonstrating commitment and professionalism that inspired team members to excel.

Ensure that high quality learning is facilitated and is visible and evidential

• Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing the established room Tikanga Treaty.
• Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on provacations.
• Maintained accurate records of student progress, to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
• Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support and applied for extra support outside of the centre..
• Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
• Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their roles successfully.
• Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
• Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
• Over seen sustainability projects that educated students on environmental issues and solutions.
• Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through play.