Eleanor Ross
Lyttelton,CAN
Summary
Fostering whakawhanaungatanga is central to my teaching philosophy. I nurture strong, learner-focused relationships to ensure that each ākonga feels seen, heard, and valued. This philosophy not only creates a positive learning experience but also inspires ākonga to reach their full potential. I believe when ākonga feel connected, supported, and have a sense of belonging, they are more likely to engage deeply with their learning and become lifelong learners.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
PCT Teacher
Haeata Community Campus
Christchurch
01.2025 - Current
- Planned and delivered lessons based on the NZC learning objectives and Haeata’s unit plans for science.
- Created science and biology learning resources for Haeata.
- Fostered a positive and productive classroom environment using effective behaviour management strategies.
- Formative and summative assessments were used to assess students’ learning and decide the ‘next steps’ for learning.
- Successfully guided ākonga in completing NCEA achievement standards and gaining credits in level 2 and 3 biology.
- Fully fulfilled administrative responsibilities.
- Supported social and emotional learning of my puna akō (tutor class), strengthening relationships, and well-being.
- Engaged with whānau, middle management, and senior leadership to provide pastoral care, supporting ākonga wellbeing and academic success.
- Planned and successfully carried out EOTC to enrich ākonga's learning and gain new experiences.
- Collaborated with science HOLA and Kaihatū and, and science technician and cross-curricular teachers to enhance student learning and engagement.
Student Teacher
Haeata Community Campus
Christchurch
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Planned and delivered lessons based on the NZC learning objectives and Haeata’s junior science unit plans and Speciation unit plan created by myself.
- Fostered a positive and productive classroom environment using effective behaviour management strategies such as positive behaviour management strategies.
- Formative and summative assessments were used to assess students’ learning and decide the ‘next steps’ for learning.
- Collaborated with associate teachers, other science teachers, and science technicians to support student learning.
- Participated in a professional development meeting once a week.
- Teacher’s only day – participated in the cultural development workshop.
- Carried out morning tea and lunchtime duties with my Associate Teacher.
Student Teacher
Cashmere High School
Christchurch
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Planned and delivered lessons based on the NZC learning objectives and Cashmere’s unit plans for science.
- Fostered a positive and productive classroom environment using effective behaviour management strategies.
- Formative and summative assessments were used to assess students’ learning and decide the ‘next steps’ for learning.
- Collaborated with associate teachers, other science teachers, and science technicians to support student learning.
- Participated in a professional development workshop to enhance my behaviour management strategies.
Education
Graduate Diploma - Secondary Education
University of Canterbury
CHRISTCHURCH01.2024
Humanities -
Massey University
01.2014
BSc - Biological Science
University of Canterbury
CHRISTCHURCH01.2012
Skills
- Creative and nurturing
- Organised
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Curriculum development
- Resource creation
- Professional collaboration
- Adaptable instruction
- Whakawhanaungatanga
References
- Fleur West, HOLA - Science Chemistry & Junior Science, Haeata Community Campus, 0211094428, wsf@haeata.school.nz
- Adam Hird, Deputy Principal – Kaihatū Year 9 - 13 Associate Teacher Junior Science, 0274232821, hda@haeata.school.nz
Extracurricular Interests
- Circus Arts – Aerials and partnered acrobatics
- Equestrian sports
- Artistic Gymnastics
- Sewing
Timeline
PCT Teacher
Haeata Community Campus
01.2025 - Current
Student Teacher
Haeata Community Campus
08.2024 - 09.2024
Student Teacher
Cashmere High School
04.2024 - 05.2024
Graduate Diploma - Secondary Education
University of Canterbury
Humanities -
Massey University
BSc - Biological Science
University of Canterbury
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