Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
Languages
References
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Joseph Hepi

Hastings,HKB

Summary

I am an energetic Teaching Assistant with 18 months background working with students at year 1 and 2 levels. I have assisted teachers with classroom functions, lesson planning and individual and group instruction. I enjoy being a positive male role model for the younger generation to support, guide and teach them to be able to become a positive role model themselves withing the kura environment and in life in general.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teaching Assistant

Te Kura Kaupapa O Te Ara Hou
07.2022 - 12.2023
  • Improved overall class participation by implementing group activities and project-based learning.
  • Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
  • Designed and implemented engaging classroom activities, resulting in higher student interest and motivation.
  • Offered constructive feedback on student assignments, helping them refine their writing skills and comprehension.
  • Assisted the lead teacher in developing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and abilities.
  • Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
  • Contributed to the development of new curriculum materials, enhancing the quality of instruction within the department.
  • Evaluated student performance through regular assessments, tracking progress and adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
  • Actively participated in departmental meetings, collaborating with colleagues to identify areas for improvement within the school community.
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
  • Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
  • Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
  • Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
  • Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
  • Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
  • Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
  • Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.

Framer

Carters
03.2022 - 07.2022
  • Enhanced overall project efficiency by accurately measuring and cutting materials for framing projects.
  • Reduced material waste by optimizing usage of lumber, drywall, and metal studs in various framing projects.
  • Assisted in the completion of complex framing projects by providing timely support to fellow team members.
  • Increased job site safety through regular maintenance and proper use of tools and equipment.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by organizing materials and removing debris at the end of each day.
  • Consistently met deadlines on multiple concurrent projects through effective time management skills and prioritization abilities.
  • Used nail guns, saws and grinders safely and without incident.
  • Cut, measured and shaped wood after inspecting blueprints, build areas and work orders.
  • Created custom frames to meet needs of individual customers.
  • Inspected frames, identified issues such as warping, and implemented corrections.

Education

Wharekura Year 13

Te Kura Kaupapa Maori O Te Ara Hou
Napier, NZ
12.2021

Skills

  • Activity Implementation
  • Student and Parent Relations
  • Special Education Support
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Student Tutoring
  • Material Preparation
  • Classroom Support
  • Student Safety
  • Mathematics Instruction
  • Reading and Writing Support
  • Computer Skills
  • Positive Attitude
  • Teacher Support and Collaboration
  • Time management
  • Lesson planning
  • Supervising Classroom Activities

Certification

Basic First Aid

exp:12/07/25

Affiliations

  • Being active especially in sports
  • computer literate with editing videos, creating documents, gaming

Languages

Maori
Native or Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Teaching Assistant

Te Kura Kaupapa O Te Ara Hou
07.2022 - 12.2023

Framer

Carters
03.2022 - 07.2022

Wharekura Year 13

Te Kura Kaupapa Maori O Te Ara Hou
Joseph Hepi