Kimaia Kopua-White
Hamilton East,Waikato
Summary
Resourceful Kaiaawhina and whaanau navigator with experience in providing quality care to people and whaanau of all ages. I am also skilled in creating positive and prosperous community and iwi connections/partnerships. Furthermore, I am organized and a dependable candidate who is successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and a willingness to take on responsibilities to meet team goals. I am also hardworking and passionate with a strong desire to add to the growth of any organisation I am of service too.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Kaiaawhina
Wintec Te Pukenga
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Proactively supported Māori and Pasifika ākonga, demonstrating sensitivity to their cultural identity.
- Developed and implemented mana-enhancing experiences to increase ākonga success, retention rates, and program completion.
- Collected and analyzed data to identify the needs of targeted cohorts, informing intentional support strategies.
- Provided intentional support to a specific ākonga caseload aligned with Wintec | Te Pūkenga’s support model.
- Offered support through various methods, including whole class delivery, facilitating peer connections, one-to-one appointments, and resource creation.
- Identified and delivered initiatives at key points in ākonga's Wintec | Te Pūkenga journey to positively impact educational outcomes.
- Established a safe environment for ākonga to share their thoughts, aspirations, concerns, and interests.
- Developed relationships to ensure ākonga feel valued, respected, and believed in.
- Engaged and informed new and prospective ākonga, their whānau, and support networks with relevant information and support.
- Connected current ākonga appropriately to internal and external support services.
- Increased awareness among current ākonga and Wintec | Te Pūkenga staff regarding support services and effectively referred ākonga to support.
- Created and facilitated new programs and activities aimed at promoting ākonga academic success, personal growth, and leadership skills.
- Worked well in a team setting and provided positive support and guidance but to also maintain high levels of productivity.
- Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, and schedules.
- Took extensive notes to document lessons and further solidify learning objectives through embedded sessions.
- Provided pastoral and financial support also.
Whaanau Hauora Navigator - Kai Manaaki
Te Whatu Ora Waikato
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with staff members and clinical staff to enhance customer service experience and exceed team goals through effective client satisfaction rates.
- Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
- Reviewing patient records when required
- Conducting all Whaanau Hauora Assessment activities in accordance with appropriate ethical requirements and high-value care
- Create and ensure referrals are sent to appropriate organisations.
Childcare Provider - Hotaka Manaaki
Faith Curtis-Flavell
01.2018 - 11.2021
- Implementing diverse educational strategies
- Work alongside family and community of child for positive and family-focused outcomes.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
Research Assistant Intern
Vanessa Clark - Research & Enterprise Office
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
- Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Visualised research findings through data tables, graphs and presentations.
RETAIL ASSISTANT
KMART TE RAPA
11.2016 - 11.2017
- Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
- Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
- Managed cash register after end of shift to balance and record accurate transactions.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Maori & Indigenous Study, Te Reo Maori
THE UNIVERISTY OF WAIKATO
Waikato, NZ04.2024
High School Diploma -
Te Wharekura Rakaumangamanga
Huntly, NZ11.2018
Intermediate
Te Kura O Manutuke
Gisborne, NZ2013
Skills
- Customer Satisfaction
- Caring and Responsible
- Social and Academic Development
- Team Leader
- Problem Solver
- Innovative
- Excellent communication
- Reliable
- Honest
- Team work and Collaboration
- Excellent attention to detail and time management
- Fluent in Te Reo Maaori
- Administrative Support
Languages
Maori
Full Professional
Timeline
Kaiaawhina
Wintec Te Pukenga
05.2023 - 11.2023
Whaanau Hauora Navigator - Kai Manaaki
Te Whatu Ora Waikato
05.2022 - 05.2023
Research Assistant Intern
Vanessa Clark - Research & Enterprise Office
08.2019 - 11.2019
Childcare Provider - Hotaka Manaaki
Faith Curtis-Flavell
01.2018 - 11.2021
RETAIL ASSISTANT
KMART TE RAPA
11.2016 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Maori & Indigenous Study, Te Reo Maori
THE UNIVERISTY OF WAIKATO
High School Diploma -
Te Wharekura Rakaumangamanga
Intermediate
Te Kura O Manutuke
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