Esther Jing-Ting Liu
Auckland,AUK
Summary
Esther has resided in NZ for over 20 years. Esther speaks fluently in both English and Mandarin, with an intermediate level fluency in Cantonese. Esther enjoys interacting with people from all over the world and hopes that to make a positive difference in others.
At work, Esther is dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children in a positive way to enhance their potential, and is always keen to learn and improve.
Esther has been known for having an optimistic and cheerful personality by friends and colleagues, and is a dedicated, nurturing, responsible, organised, flexible and resilient person. With a passionate for teaching, Esther is always willing to support young students in setting foundation for life-long success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ECE Qualified Reliever
BestStart
02.2024 - Current
- Working with children 6m-5-year-olds
- Supporting teachers and engaging with tamariki where needed.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility..
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
ECE Teacher
Albany BestStart
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Working with children 6m-3 year olds scaffolding according to their interests
- Critical evaluation of children's learning milestones and developing individual plans to further their current goals/outcomes.
- Established positive classroom environment, fostering respect and open communication among students and staff.
- Evaluated student performance through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for growth and improvement.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, involving them in their child''s education process.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
ECE Teacher
Little Learners Education and Care Centre
10.2020 - 07.2022
- Active engagement with children (2–5-year-olds) and scaffolding according to their current and developing interests
- Learning stories
- Spontaneous and planned teachable moments
- Critical reflection and evaluation of personal teaching practice and lesson material.
- Evaluated student performance through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for growth and improvement.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing consistent expectations and consequences for all students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, involving them in their child''s education process.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching skills continually.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
Reliever/student
Antarctica Early Learning centre
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Setting up stations/activities
- Engaging with and scaffolding children through their play.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians through consistent communication about student progress and goals.
Big Toddler Teacher/student
Bright Babies Early Learning Childcare centre & Preschool
03.2020 - 07.2020
- Engaging with children though their interests
- Nappy changing/ songs and story telling
- Ensuring children's safety, while assisting them in their cognitive and physical development through providing timely support in their learning.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment that fostered creativity, curiosity, and exploration among toddlers.
- Maintained accurate records of children''s developmental milestones and prepared detailed reports for parent-teacher conferences.
- Led small group activities designed to enhance language skills, fine motor abilities, and problem-solving techniques among toddlers.
Permanent Reliever
Future kids
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Engaging with children though their interests
- Nappy changing/ songs and story telling
- Ensuring children's safety, while assisting them in their cognitive and physical development through providing timely support in their learning.
- Fostered positive learning environment by maintaining open lines of communication with students, parents, and fellow educators.
Third Year ECE Practicum Student
Montessori@Rimu
12.2019 - 01.2020
- With children 2yrs and over- setting up provocations and assisting teachers where needed
- Extending children's individual learning and development
- Assisting in children's learning of self-competency and providing safe and nurturing environment for them to thrive in.
Third Year ECE Student at Placement
Play to Learn Early Childhood centre
03.2019 - 11.2019
- With children 2yrs and over- setting up activities and games for children, helping with children's individual learning and development
- Assisting in children's learning of self-competency and providin safe and nurturing environment for them to thrive in.
Teacher Aide
Kids@Wintec
02.2018 - 05.2018
- Working with children 0-2 years (setting up activities, changing nappies, reading stories, making sure children are safe, and making good choices)
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environment.
Reliever
Midcity Childcare
12.2017 - 02.2018
- With children 0-5 years of age (setting up activities, reading stories with and to children, making sure children are safe, and making good choices
Reliever
Rototuna KinderCare
09.2017 - 02.2018
- With children 0-5 years of age (setting up activities, reading stories with and to children, making sure children are safe, and making good choices
Reliever
Peachgrove KinderCare
09.2017 - 02.2018
- With children 0-5 years of age (setting up activities, reading stories with and to children, making sure children are safe, and making good choices
Reliever
Learn a Lot Childcare
07.2017 - 09.2017
- With children 5 months- 5 years of age.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Volunteer/Reliever
Little Sparrows Preschool
03.2017 - 06.2017
- As a year 1 student teacher with children 5 months- 5 years of age.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Volunteer
Little Bubs
10.2016 - 11.2016
- As a year 1 student teacher with children 2-3 years of age.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
Volunteer
Hukanui Kindergarten
07.2016 - 10.2016
- As a year 1 student teacher with children 3-5 years of age.
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and interactive projects in lesson plans.
- Assisted lead teacher in designing and implementing age-appropriate curriculum that fostered child development.
- Promoted social skills development by encouraging positive interactions among children during group activities.
Skills
- Small Group Instruction
- Music and Movement
- Creative Arts Integration
- Science Exploration
- Fine Motor Skills
- Gross Motor Skills
- Documentation and Record Keeping
- Sensory Activities
- Behavioural modelling
- Curriculum Planning
- Classroom Management
- Interpersonal Communication
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Age-Appropriate Curriculum
- Organizational Skills
Accomplishments
- Emergency First Aid Certificate (01/2025)
- Emergency First Aid Certificate (02/2021)
- Emergency First Aid Certificate (2019)
- Emergency First Aid Certificate (2017)
- Emergency First Aid Certificate 2004
- Workplace First Aid Certificate (St. John) 2003
- B Bursary Certificate 2002
- Higher School Certificate 2002
- First Aid Certificate: Basic life support and CPR (St. John Education service) 2000
- Royal School of Music Certificate grade 5 piano (2000)
- Certificate of Australian Schools English competition (Merit) 1999
Education Summary
- Bachelor in Early childhood, Wintec, 07/2016, 09/2020
- Theology, Laidlaw College, 2008, 2011
- B Bursary, Columba College, 1999, 2002
References
- Odele Habets, Pastor at Albany Baptist Church, 022-511-8501
- Jude Lim, Centre Manager at Beststart Albany, 021-023-50854, jude.lim@best-start.org
- Laura Anderson, Head Teacher at Beststart Albany, 021-087-63821, laura.anderson@best-start.org
Hobbies and Interests
Connecting with people, outdoor activities, crafts making, and learning new things.
Certification
Bachelor in Early childhood
[July 2016- September 2020]
Wintec
Real Estate Salesperson Certificate
[2014]
CELTA English Diploma
[2013]
Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Primary)
[2012]
Theology
Laidlaw College
[2008– 2011]
B Bursary
Columba College
[1999-2002]
Timeline
ECE Qualified Reliever
BestStart
02.2024 - Current
ECE Teacher
Albany BestStart
08.2022 - 02.2024
ECE Teacher
Little Learners Education and Care Centre
10.2020 - 07.2022
Reliever/student
Antarctica Early Learning centre
06.2020 - 10.2020
Big Toddler Teacher/student
Bright Babies Early Learning Childcare centre & Preschool
03.2020 - 07.2020
Permanent Reliever
Future kids
01.2020 - 03.2020
Third Year ECE Practicum Student
Montessori@Rimu
12.2019 - 01.2020
Third Year ECE Student at Placement
Play to Learn Early Childhood centre
03.2019 - 11.2019
Teacher Aide
Kids@Wintec
02.2018 - 05.2018
Reliever
Midcity Childcare
12.2017 - 02.2018
Reliever
Rototuna KinderCare
09.2017 - 02.2018
Reliever
Peachgrove KinderCare
09.2017 - 02.2018
Reliever
Learn a Lot Childcare
07.2017 - 09.2017
Volunteer/Reliever
Little Sparrows Preschool
03.2017 - 06.2017
Volunteer
Little Bubs
10.2016 - 11.2016
Volunteer
Hukanui Kindergarten
07.2016 - 10.2016
Bachelor in Early childhood
[July 2016- September 2020]
Wintec
Real Estate Salesperson Certificate
[2014]
CELTA English Diploma
[2013]
Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Primary)
[2012]
Theology
Laidlaw College
[2008– 2011]
B Bursary
Columba College
[1999-2002]
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