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Gabrielle Williams

PORIRUA,WGN

Summary

Experienced Early Childhood teacher with expertise in cultural awareness and effective communication, fostering strong relationships with rangatahi and whanau. Committed to creating pathways and opportunities, whilst supporting diverse learning needs with a view to success for all.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Childhood Teacher

Whanau Manaaki Kindergarten Association
Papakowhai, Porirua
2019 - Current

Developed expertise in identifying neurodiversity and learning challenges, implementing tailored support strategies for tamariki and whānau.

  • Collaborated with outside agencies, including the Ministry of Education, to advocate for tamariki and enhance their learning support.
  • Developed knowledge and experience with a wide range of cultures and ways of being. Upholding and promoting Te Tiriti principles at all times.
  • Built trust-based relationships with whanau through consistent communication, fostering community involvement and collaboration for student success.
  • Part-time position working with ages 2-5 years. This position requires great flexibility and responsiveness.
  • Actively ensuring the environment meets all necessary compliance requirements, filling out and submitting documents to various agencies, following processes and procedures, experience in writing policies that uphold current regulations.

Early Childhood Teacher

Kindercare
Tawa, Wellington
2014 - 2015

Early Childhood Teacher

Childspace
Northland, Wellington
2012 - 2014

Built deep connections and relationships with children aged 0-5 years to foster a supportive learning environment.

  • Able to confidently speak with parents and caregivers about their child's learning and development, offer insights and collaborate on where to next.
  • Committed to upholding Te Tiriti principles, ensuring an inclusive and respectful learning environment for all.
  • Adapted teaching strategies and environments to meet diverse needs and interests of tamariki, enhancing continuity and quality of care.

Early Childhood Teacher (in training)

Childspace
Northland, Wellington
2008 - 2011

Part-time position that fit in around study commitments.

  • Developed strong relationships with whānau and tamariki through the 'Key Caregiver approach'.

Early Childhood Teacher (in training)

Johnsonville Childcare Centre
Johnsonville, Wellington
2008 - 2009

Part-time position that fit in around study commitments. This was a relief teaching role, so required me to be adaptable and responsive to the needs of kaiako and tamariki.

  • Gained experience in providing engaging learning environments for large groups of tamariki.

Education

Bachelor of Education (Teaching) Early Childhood -

Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, NZ
01-2012

Certificate In Early Childhood Education -

Whitirea Polytechnic
Porirua
01-2009

Skills

  • Identifying barriers to learning and taking a practical approach with a view to overcome them, whilst supporting rangatahi to achieve their version of success Very familiar with neurodiversity and the challenges it may present
  • Curriculum development Skilled at developing both individual and group learning plans Able to effectively identify learning for tamariki and build on this
  • Cultural awareness and competency Upholding Te Tiriti principles at all times, and responding in a culturally sensitive and appropriate manner
  • Effective communication Able to work with a diverse range of people in a positive and collaborative fashion
  • Fast at building rapport and relationships with rangatahi, whanau and outside agencies Maintaining professional boundaries at all times
  • Recognise the importance of compliance, health and safety and child protection policies, and adhere to them stringently
  • Highly organised and motivated Able to maintain a high standard of personal organisation, time management and reliability
  • Positive and energetic attitude

Timeline

Early Childhood Teacher

Whanau Manaaki Kindergarten Association
2019 - Current

Early Childhood Teacher

Kindercare
2014 - 2015

Early Childhood Teacher

Childspace
2012 - 2014

Early Childhood Teacher (in training)

Childspace
2008 - 2011

Early Childhood Teacher (in training)

Johnsonville Childcare Centre
2008 - 2009

Bachelor of Education (Teaching) Early Childhood -

Victoria University of Wellington

Certificate In Early Childhood Education -

Whitirea Polytechnic
Gabrielle Williams