Kirsty Uilavai
Auckland,Manukau
Summary
Fakaalofa Lahi atu,
My name is Kirsty Uilavai, I’ve been teaching at Active Explorer's (Auckland, New Zealand) for 12 year's as a Team Leader: from ages 1-5 year olds. I have graduated with my Bachelors in teaching (Early Childhood Education) level 7.
I have two beautiful children and a loving partner. My hobbies include spending time with my family, baking, shopping, going to the gym and reading book's.
I have a strong passion for teaching and I enjoy being a part of all Tamariki (children) learning journey.
My aspiration is to support and inspire all children to learn and grow together. I will do this by providing a respectful, loving and rich learning environment.
The journey will also build and develop social competence and self-regulation skill's to be independent lifelong learner's.
Nga mihi,
Kirsty Uilavai
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Qualified Teacher
Highbrook, East Tamaki, Auckland
09.2013 - Current
- Assisted children in developing interpersonal skills and problem solving techniques.
- Monitored the development of children's physical, cognitive, language, emotional and social skills.
- Promoted an understanding of cultural diversity among staff members and students.
- Maintained cleanliness standards within classroom setting by sanitizing toys and materials regularly.
- Participated in parent-teacher meetings to discuss the progress of each child.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create engaging activities for young learners.
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
- Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
- Adapted teaching methods according to individual student learning styles.
- Contributed to team meetings by sharing ideas related to program development initiatives.
- Demonstrated knowledge of early childhood education best practices while teaching lessons.
Toby's Seafood
Cashier
Otahuhu, Auckland
06.2010 - 09.2013
- Processed and packaged fresh and frozen seafood products according to customer specifications.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when handling raw materials or operating machinery.
- Monitored temperature levels during the freezing process of seafood products.
- Cleaned, inspected, filleted, trimmed, weighed and packaged seafood for sale in retail markets.
- Cut, wrapped, weighed and labeled orders for customers.
Red Rooster Customer Service
Cashier
Morooka , Queensland
04.2007 - 12.2007
- Maintained a professional attitude while providing excellent customer service.
- Assisted team members with difficult calls or queries when required.
- Provided ongoing support for customers throughout the entire sales process.
- Explored alternative solutions when initial attempts failed to resolve an issue.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Exceeded established service goals while leveraging customer service, sales and employee management best practices.
Education
Bachelors of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) -
New Zealand Tertiary College
Auckland, NZ12-2021
Certificate in Cafe And Restaurant Operations (Level 3) -
Manukau Institute Of Technology
Auckland, NZ01-2012
Tangaroa College
Auckland, NZ01-2008
Holland Park State High School
Brisbane01-2007
Sir Edmund Hillary College
Auckland, NZSkills
- Creative Learning Strategies
- Special Needs Support
- First-Aid and CPR
- Classroom Organization
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Curriculum Planning
- Developmental Needs
- Setting Schedules
- Arts and Crafts
- Managing Supplies
- Lesson Planning
- Curriculum Design
- Managing Activities
- Preparing Meals
- Lesson Plan Creation
- Positive Reinforcement
- Behavioral Modeling
- Age-Appropriate Activities
Certification
- Incredible Years PD
- The little gardener's PD
Timeline
Registered Early Childhood Educator
Qualified Teacher
09.2013 - Current
Toby's Seafood
Cashier
06.2010 - 09.2013
Red Rooster Customer Service
Cashier
04.2007 - 12.2007
Bachelors of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) -
New Zealand Tertiary College
Certificate in Cafe And Restaurant Operations (Level 3) -
Manukau Institute Of Technology
Tangaroa College
Holland Park State High School
Sir Edmund Hillary College
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