Kaede Cowan
Dunollie ,Runanga
Summary
Motivated early childhood education student with excellent teamwork and communication skills. Passionate about fostering meaningful relationships and supporting inclusive, engaging learning experiences for all tamariki. Friendly, approachable, and enthusiastic, with a love for the outdoors, animals, and spending time with whānau and friends.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Early childhood practicum
University of Canterbury
Christchurch
02.2024 - Current
- Completed supervised teaching placements across five early childhood centres (4–6 weeks each), gaining experience in diverse learning environments.
- Planned and facilitated developmentally appropriate learning experiences to support the holistic growth of tamariki.
- Designed engaging, responsive activities to meet the needs of mixed-age groups and diverse learners.
- Maintained a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment that supported the wellbeing of tamariki and welcomed whānau participation.
- Implemented play-based, hands-on learning approaches to promote exploration, creativity, and social development.
- Built positive, respectful relationships with tamariki, whānau, and teaching teams.
- Collaborated with associate teachers to support daily routines, care practices, and programme implementation.
Babysitter
Self- employed
West Coast , Greymouth
01.2019 - Current
- Supervised children during playtime and educational activities.
- Communicated effectively with parents about daily activities.
- Organized games and interactive sessions to engage children.
- Assisting with meals, snacks, and bedtime routines for the children.
Class representative
University of Canterbury
Christchurch
02.2026 - 11.2026
- Facilitated communication between students and faculty to address concerns.
- Collected feedback from peers to enhance student engagement strategies.
- Coordinated with teachers to relay important information to classmates.
- Connected regularly with students to collect information about experiences and problems.
Legal document scanner
Corcoran french lawyers
West Coast , Greymouth
11.2023 - 02.2026
- Organized and categorized scanned documents for easy retrieval and access.
- Conducted quality checks on scanned documents for accuracy and clarity.
- Operated high-speed document scanning equipment to digitize files efficiently.
Sporting leadership position
Various School, Club, and Representative Teams
West Coast , Greymouth
01.2017 - 11.2023
- Elected captain and vice captain for multiple netball and basketball teams across primary school, high school, and West Coast representative levels.
- Demonstrated leadership by motivating teammates, promoting positive team culture, and leading by example during training sessions and competitions.
- Supported coaches with team organisation, communication, and coordination during games and tournaments.
- Encouraged teamwork, sportsmanship, and resilience within the team environment.
- Represented teams at regional competitions, showing commitment, discipline, and responsibility.
- Acted as a role model for younger players by demonstrating dedication, respect, and strong work ethic.
Education
Bachelor of Teaching and Learning (Endorsed in Early Childhood Education) -
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, NZ04-2027
Secondary Education -
Greymouth High School
Greymouth 01-2023
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Clear communication
- Positive attitude
- Dependable and responsible
- Time management
- Empathy and patience
- Friendly and approachable
Certification
Defensive driving certificate, 2023.
Accomplishments
Recipient of the Te Kaka a Māui Scholarship (2023).
Timeline
Class representative
University of Canterbury
02.2026 - 11.2026
Early childhood practicum
University of Canterbury
02.2024 - Current
Legal document scanner
Corcoran french lawyers
11.2023 - 02.2026
Babysitter
Self- employed
01.2019 - Current
Sporting leadership position
Various School, Club, and Representative Teams
01.2017 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Teaching and Learning (Endorsed in Early Childhood Education) -
University of Canterbury
Secondary Education -
Greymouth High School