Kathleen Susan Ferris

Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with passion for teaching and supporting tamariki in setting foundation skills for life-long success. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings. Dedicated to supporting the holistic development of the tamariki. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellbeing. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Offering 15+ years of experience with passion for building strong whanaungatanga with children, colleagues and whanau.

I have accumulated over 15 ½ years of experience in the Early Childhood Sector. I currently possess a Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) with full registration, along with a valid first aid certificate. My heritage is a blend of Maori and European descent. I am a proud parent of three boys aged 16, 12, and 7 years. During weekends, my priority is spending quality time with my family, as I value the strong bond with my whanau. Engaging in activities like netball and softball brings me joy, and I prioritise physical fitness, whether it involves gym workouts or playing sports with my loved ones at the park. Art and crafts are among my hobbies, and I find solace in drawing and painting in my leisure time. South Auckland holds a special place in my heart as my hometown. I am deeply dedicated to working with children, families, and communities in the south Auckland region, aiming to empower children to enhance their self-esteem, confidence, independence, and skills to shape their own futures.

• Liz Ferris, Centre Manager, 02102616206, centre.manager@tpps.school.nz
• Frances Hauraki, Curriculum Manager, 0212655808, franceshauraki@hotmail.com