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Summary
Accomplishments
Work History
Education
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Kathryn Pyle

Whangarei,Raumanga

Skills

  • 20years Social services, area of child devolvement, mental heath and crisis work
  • Independent and collaborative work
  • Effective facilitation
  • Knowledge of neurodevelopmental disorders
  • Youth suicide prevention
  • Child behaviour
  • Classroom organization
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Foster parenting experience
  • Active involvement in upbringing of neurodiveres grandchild
  • Substance-free lifestyle

Summary

Dedicated Teacher Aide with a strong foundation in supporting educators and enhancing classroom experiences. Expertise in educational planning and student engagement, effectively meeting each learner\'s needs. Proven ability to manage classroom dynamics while fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment. Committed to promoting academic success and personal growth among students through collaborative efforts with teachers and staff.

Accomplishments

  • LEAP Training (understanding, supporting Whanau Metal Illness)
  • Brain Waves training
  • Child Protection workshop (Child Matters)
  • Introductory Sexual Abuse Counseling
  • Victim support Training
  • Support of the Sexual Abused Training

Work History

Paraprofessional Teacher Aid

Steve Jenkins Whau Valley School
Whangarei, NTL
08.2021 - 12.2025
  • Support and scaffold children individually with FADS, ADHD, intellectual delays, autism, epilepsy, and behavior management.
  • Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
  • Supported classroom activities and fostered positive learning environments for diverse student needs.
  • Engaged with students to reinforce learning concepts and promote social skills development.

Paraprofessional Teacher Aid

Pat Newman Hora Hora Primary School
Whangarei
05.2016 - 01.2021
  • Group work for up to 15 students, focusing on spelling, writing, letter formation, phonics, letters, and sight words.
  • Provided behavioral support and intervention strategies to ensure classroom management effectiveness.
  • Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
  • Assisted struggling students through one-on-one tutoring sessions, resulting in improved academic performance.

Strengthening Families Coordinator

Maggie Mathews Family Works
Whangarei
06.2015 - 04.2016

Working with local management groups (LMGs) to identify the children, young people, and their families needing support, and help to coordinate and deliver appropriate services.

Networking with LMGs

In Home Parent Mentor

Shirley Drake Barnardos NZ
Whangarei
05.2011 - 06.2015

Parent mentor is a 40-hour wraparound service supporting the needs of the whānau and their tamariki in their home.

Parent mentors also assist in meeting immediate safety concerns where tamariki are at risk, concerns have been substantiated by OT, and a safety plan is in place, or the risks are not yet clear and the whanau are still under investigation.

Service provided.

Positive parenting / effective disciplining.

Home management strategies.

Education about child development.

Life skills.

Advocacy

Access to community resources.

Community Liaison Officer

Brain Injury Association
Northland
05.2010 - 11.2010

Manager

Roast 2 Go
Whangarei
05.2005 - 05.2009

Sales Consultant

The Baby Factory
Whangarei
05.2004 - 05.2005
  • Handled cash transactions accurately while adhering to established security procedures.
  • Developed strong customer relationships to enhance satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Managed inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock availability and minimal waste.

Support Worker

Whangarei Rape Crisis
Whangarei
05.2001 - 05.2004
  • Provided emotional support and crisis intervention for survivors of sexual violence.
  • Facilitated workshops and support groups to empower clients in recovery processes.
  • Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
  • Trained and mentored new staff on best practices in trauma-informed care.

Family Support Services – Team Leader

Barnardos
Dargaville
05.1998 - 05.2001

Education

No Degree -

Whangarei Girls High School

Level 1 and 2 - Te Ara Reo Maori

Te Wananga O Aotearoa
Whangarei, NZ
12-2003

Level 3 - Maori Art Kaawai Raupapa

Te Wananga O Aotearoa
Whakapara, NZ
08-2016

Level 4 - Maori Visual Arts Raranga

Te Wananga O Aotearoa
Whakapara, NZ
09-2017

Better Start Literacy Approach Teacher Aide

University of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ
12-2024
Kathryn Pyle