Helga Reissmann
Motueka,TAS
Summary
Passionate and highly skilled Teacher with experience in developing and implementing diverse curriculums. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Caring Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating and safe learning environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Easily cultivates trusting and productive relationships with students, parents, teachers and administration. Creates, monitors and sustains disciplined school culture of high academic and behavioral standards.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Scale A Teacher
Tahunanui Primary School
Tahunanui, Nelson
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Scale A Specialist Teacher of Art
Nelson Intermediate School
Nelson, NZ
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Assessed student performance regularly.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Casual Relief Teacher
Schools In The Nelson Region
Nelson, NSN
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Provided instructional support to students with special needs through differentiated instruction and accommodations tailored to their unique requirements.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
- Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Facilitated group projects that encouraged teamwork, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking.
- Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
- Utilized formative assessments to monitor student understanding during lessons, adjusting instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students.
Scale A Teacher
Mahana School
Mahana, Nelson
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Education
Bachelor of Teaching And Learning Primary - Education
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, NZ11.2016
Skills
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Excellent Communicator and Team Member
- Creates Positive Learning Environments
- Provides Student-Centered Learning and Support
- Caters for Diverse Learners
- Encourages Whanau/Family Involvement
- Understands a Child's Developmental Age and Stage
- Includes Opportunities for Growth Mindset
- Student Motivation, Engagement and their Successes are the Foundation for Future Planning
- Is Innovative in her Lesson Planning
- Uses Strategies to Support ESL- English as Second Language Learners
- Successfully uses Alternative Learning Methods
- Follows Safety Protocols
- Experienced Supporting Special Education Learners
- Diligent in Gaining Subject Matter Expertise
- Uses Behavior Management Strategies Well
Additional Information
A highly creative individual who has a talent to cleverly assemble the pieces of each individual child's profile and learning needs to best support and inspire them to be the best that they can be.
Affiliations
- Positive and confident
- Kind and caring
- Creative and hardworking
- Honest and empathetic
- Inquisitive and resilient
Referees
Referee 1: Nicky Chalmers
School: Nelson Intermediate School
Position: Associate Principal
Email: nchalmers@nelsonintermediate.school.nz Phone: 0221376048
Referee 2: Diane Webb
School: Nelson Intermediate School
Position: Principal
Email: dwebb@nelsonintermediate.school.nz Phone: 021338834
Referee 3: Emma Hunter
School: Nelson College for Girls (Currently on leave) Position: Senco
Email: emma.hunter@ncg.school.nz
Phone: 0212051291
Referee 4: Shaelea Moorhead
School: Mahana School
Position: New Entrant Teacher
Email: shaelea.moorhead@mahana.school.nz Phone: 0277409569
Timeline
Scale A Teacher
Tahunanui Primary School
07.2023 - 12.2023
Scale A Specialist Teacher of Art
Nelson Intermediate School
04.2023 - 07.2023
Casual Relief Teacher
Schools In The Nelson Region
10.2022 - 04.2023
Scale A Teacher
Mahana School
06.2021 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Teaching And Learning Primary - Education
University of Canterbury
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