Jillian Scammell
Christchurch,CAN
Summary
I am a well-rounded individual, passionate about culture & identity and work tirelessly to promote equitable outcomes for those of minority groups or are otherwise vulnerable.
Competent educator, well versed in pedagogy, androgogy with a particular focus on lifting the mana of all.
Resourceful Immigration Officer adept at ensuring efficient task completion and high productivity. Possess specialized skills in regulatory compliance, document verification, and cross-cultural communication. Excel in problem-solving, decision-making, and empathy, skills that are pivotal for navigating complex immigration scenarios and providing support to diverse populations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Immigration Officer
Ministry of Bussiness, Innovation & Employment
Christchurch, Otautahi
03.2024 - Current
- Make quality decisions that manage immigration risk and contribute to positive immigration outcomes for New Zealand.
- Interview clients to assess genuineness of employment
- Asess Immigration law requirements in conjunction with visa applications
Presiding Member-Board of Trustees
Hillmorton High School
Christchurch, Christchurch
02.2021 - Current
- Attended and actively participated in monthly board meetings.
- Provided strategic direction by setting short-term and long-term goals for the organization.
- Reviewed progress reports to assess effectiveness of current initiatives and operations.
- Facilitated disciplinary meetings for staff and students.
- Approved contracts, leases, grants, and other legal documents as needed.
- Reviewed corporate governance guidelines on an annual basis or as needed.
Specialist Resource Teacher-Māori Cultural Advisor
Deaf Education New Zealand
Christchurch, Ōtautahi
01.2013 - 02.2024
- Formulating and leading strategy for culturally sustainable outcomes in Deaf education.
- Utilizing a range of effective andragogy approaches by working with a flexible and responsive kaiārahi approach including; Modelling, Teaching, Advising, Coaching and Mentoring.
- Providing coherence for teacher learning needs by collaborating with teachers, whānau, curriculum leaders, delegations and local leadership.
Education
Master of Arts - Māori & Indigenous Leadership
University of Canterbury
Ōtautahi12-2018
Post-graduate Diploma of Specialist Education-endorsement: Deaf - Specialist Education
University of Canterbury & Massey University
Christchurch & Auckland11-2016
Graduate Diploma of Teaching & Learning - Education
University of Canterbury
Ōtautahi12-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Māori & Film Studies
University of Canterbury
Ōtautahi12-2007
Skills
- Integrity and Honesty
- Legal knowledge
- Background Checks
- Document analysis
- Interview techniques
- Cultural Awareness
Affiliations
- Facilitate Sustainability & a Peaceful World exhibitions, Children`s Peace for a Better world exhibition.
- Presentations in Education
- Marriage celebrant
Accomplishments
- Senior leader in an NGO promoting peace, Culture & Education
- Keynote speaker at national Audiology Conference
- Key Activator at national Educators Conference
Languages
te Reo Māori
Professional
New Zealand Sign Language
Professional
Volunteer
- Responsibility in a Buddhist-based NGO
- Pastoral care
- Study presentations
- Strategic direction
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Immigration Officer
Ministry of Bussiness, Innovation & Employment
03.2024 - Current
Presiding Member-Board of Trustees
Hillmorton High School
02.2021 - Current
Specialist Resource Teacher-Māori Cultural Advisor
Deaf Education New Zealand
01.2013 - 02.2024
Master of Arts - Māori & Indigenous Leadership
University of Canterbury
Post-graduate Diploma of Specialist Education-endorsement: Deaf - Specialist Education
University of Canterbury & Massey University
Graduate Diploma of Teaching & Learning - Education
University of Canterbury
Bachelor of Arts - Māori & Film Studies
University of Canterbury
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