Kiesha Cox
Christchurch,CAN
Summary
I am an experienced leader, teacher and learning support specialist with a strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. I excel in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organisational goals. I work positively in an environment that fosters a collaborative approach and is committed to excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
HEAD OF LEARNING SUPPPORT (SENCO) AND HEAD OF ESOL
HORNBY HIGH SCHOOL
10.2023 - Current
- Coordinating learning support for students with diverse learning needs
- Overseeing 17 Learning Assistants and timetabled support
- Funding and Support applications (RTLB, MOE, SACs)
- Designing Individual Learning Plans
- Liaising with external agencies such as RTLB, BLENNZ, Ko Taku Reo, MOE, Oranga Tamariki and Counsellors
- Liaising with internal pastoral and leadership support (HoLA's, Deans and SLT)
- Providing Professional Development for staff and teacher aides
FIXED TERM SENCO/AKO TEACHER
WAKATIPU HIGH SCHOOL
01.2023 - Current
- Coordinating learning support for students with diverse learning needs
- Liaising with external agencies such as Speech Therapists, RTLB, BLENNZ, Health School, Counsellors and the M.O.E.
- Managing Teacher Aides and Timetables
- Designing Individual Education Plans
- Conducting LUCID assessments and writing reports for Special Assessment Conditions
- Overseeing and monitoring Year 9 Ako group learning progress
- PERMANENT SENCO ON REFRESHMENT LEAVE
PERMANENT SENCO/PRIMARY TEACHER
KINGSVIEW SCHOOL
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Teacher of multi-level Year 4, 5, 6 class (2022)
- Teacher of multi-level Year 3, 4, 5 class (2021)
- Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo)
- Specialist Teachers (ORS student)
- Curriculum Leader (fixed term- staff member on sick leave)
- Staff Representative on Board of Trustees
- Mentor for a Beginning Teacher
- Bus coordinator
PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER
GONUBIE PRIMARY
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Remedial Department Head Coordinator and Remedial Teacher for Grade 1-7 students.
- Grade 1 Teacher.
- Grade R Teacher and Team Leader.
Remedial Teacher
ARCADIA REMEDIAL SCHOOL
06.2012 - 12.2012
- Remedial Teacher for Grade 2 class.
Teacher
KINGSRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL
01.2010 - 06.2012
- Grade 2 Teacher
- Grade 3 Teacher
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Education (Counselling and Guidance)
MASSEY UNIVERSITY
NEW ZEALAND01-2024
Advanced Certificate - Education (Learning Difficulties)
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA
SOUTH AFRICA01-2011
Bachelor - Education
UNIVERSITY OF FORT HARE
SOUTH AFRICA01-2008
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Organization and time management
- Critical thinking
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
COLLABORATIVE PROACTIVE SOLUTIONS Presented by Ross Greene
Completed March 2025
PB4L FOR NEURODIVRSE STUDENTS Presented by MOE
11 March 2025
LIZ KANE STRUCTURED LITERACY Presented by Kirsty Tatere
Completed 27 March 2024
NZ HISTORIES PD (Kāhui Ako) Presented by MOE
Completed 22 October 2022
STEP-BY-STEP STRUCTURED LITERACY APPROACH WITH IDEAL APPROACH Presented by Carla McNeil
Completed 12 April 2022
LEGO-BASED THERAPY FACILITATOR TRAINING Presented by Elen Nathan
Completed 22 October 2021
NZ CURRICULUM FOR OVERSEAS TRAINED TEACHERS Presented by Gayle McIlraith
The University of Auckland- KOHIA Completed 14 July 2021
RESTORATIVE JUSTICE Presented by Rich Matler
Completed 19 March 2021
POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR FOR LEARNERS Presented by Max Gold Ministry of Education. Completed
19 March 2021 & 25 May 2021
KŌREROTIA TE REO-BEGINNERS MĀORI LANGUAGE COURSE Presented by Cory Ratahi
Completed June 2020
INQUIRY-BASED PEDAGOGY Presented by Christina Vaughan for REANZ South
Completed 25 July 2020
THE PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT OF LEARNER AGGRESSION Presented by The Proactive Education Group
Completed 20 June 2017
BARRIERS TO LEARNING (ADVANCED) Presented by The Proactive Education Group
Completed 13 June 2017
THE NONVERBAL INDICATORS TO BARRIERS TO LEARNING Presented by The Proactive Education Group
Completed 15 March 2017
TRAUMA IN THE SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT Presented by The Proactive Education Group
Completed 16 February 2017
Timeline
HEAD OF LEARNING SUPPPORT (SENCO) AND HEAD OF ESOL
HORNBY HIGH SCHOOL
10.2023 - Current
FIXED TERM SENCO/AKO TEACHER
WAKATIPU HIGH SCHOOL
01.2023 - Current
PERMANENT SENCO/PRIMARY TEACHER
KINGSVIEW SCHOOL
01.2021 - 01.2022
PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER
GONUBIE PRIMARY
01.2013 - 01.2018
Remedial Teacher
ARCADIA REMEDIAL SCHOOL
06.2012 - 12.2012
Teacher
KINGSRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL
01.2010 - 06.2012
Postgraduate Diploma - Education (Counselling and Guidance)
MASSEY UNIVERSITY
Advanced Certificate - Education (Learning Difficulties)
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA
Bachelor - Education
UNIVERSITY OF FORT HARE
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