Kylie Boyd
Templeton
Summary
I am a dedicated, hardworking, and organized individual who thrives in team settings. I believe that clear communication is key to success. I amadaptable, eager to learn, and take the initiative to make meaningful contributions to any project. My attention to detail, along with my ability to stay focused under pressure, allows me to consistently produce high-quality results while fostering a positive and supportive atmosphere for my colleagues.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader/Professional Practice Manager
University of Canterbury -Te Whare Wānanga Waitaha
01.2021 - 12.2024
- Managed the placements for all initial teacher education students - approximately 2000 placements each year
- Arranged the placements for the secondary teacher education students - 110-120 students per year
- Managed a team of three staff permanent staff and up to 60 casual staff
- Liaised with all stakeholders including schools, early childhood centres/Kindergartens about student placements/experiences
- Supported the Education Partnership Development Manager with Principals' Days/Early Childhood Employers' evenings
- Managed student, staff and associate teacher expectations and concerns
- Kept Faculty of Education Professional Practice course coordinators informed about professional practice trends and issues
- Consulted with the Teaching Council of New Zealand
- Recruited and hired Professional Practice Lecturers as required
- Allocated Professional Practice/visiting Lecturers for all Primary and Secondary teacher education students
- Worked with coordinators to organise professional development opportunities for visiting staff and Associate Teachers
- Worked with the UC Placements (SONIA) project team to develop the required programme/database to replace the previous Access database
- Organised and prepared results/documentation for assessment/moderation meetings
- Responded to requests for information from degree developers
- Met with course coordinators/Professional Practice Lecturers regarding students of concern
- Te Whare Wānanga
- Waitaha
- Faculty of Education, Centre for Professional Practice and Partnerships
Administrator
University of Canterbury, College of Education
01.2007 - 12.2020
- Arranged the placements for the Early Childhood teacher education students
- Supported the team as necessary to arrange placements for Primary and Secondary students
- Provided administration support for the Bachelor of Sports coaching practicum placements
- Liaised with schools, liaison teachers, early childhood centre/organisations about student placements
- Arranged travel for Professional Practice Lecturers visiting students on placement
- Arranged Associate teacher payments
- Supported the Professional Practice Manager in the organisation of Principals' Days/Early Childhood Employers' Days
- Allocated Professional Practice Lecturers for all Early Childhood, Primary and Secondary teacher education students
- Processed travel claim forms for Professional Practice Lecturers
- Stepped in as Team Leader when Professional Practice Manager absent/on leave
- College of Education, Health and Human Development
- Centre for Professional Practice and Partnerships
Administration Assistant
Christchurch College of Education
01.2000 - 12.2006
- Arranged the placements for the Early Childhood students
- Liaised with Early Childhood Centres/Kindergartens about student placements
- Arranged Associate teacher payments
- Provided administrative support to the Early Childhood Teacher Education team as required
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Relationship building
- Multitasking
- Organizational skills
- Excellent communication
Interests
- Spending time with family
- Sports - Netball, League, Touch, Basketball, Rugby
- Photography
- Camping/boating
- Music/concerts
Community Service
- 2024, Netball Coach for Riccarton High School Junior A Team at SISS Tournament
- 2022, Netball Coach for Templeton School Year 7/8 A Team
- 2020-2022, Netball Coach for Templeton Netball Club
- 2016-2018, Netball Coach for Riccarton High School
- 2003-2004, Committee member at Bishopdale Community Preschool
Referees
Misty Sato
Professor
School of Leadership and Professional Practice
University of Canterbury
Phone: 369 0513
Email: misty.sato@canterbury.ac.nz
Nikki Tod
Lecturer – Teaching and Admin
School of Leadership and Professional Practice
University of Canterbury
Phone: 3695832
Email: nikki.tod@canterbury.ac.nz
Timeline
Team Leader/Professional Practice Manager
University of Canterbury -Te Whare Wānanga Waitaha
01.2021 - 12.2024
Administrator
University of Canterbury, College of Education
01.2007 - 12.2020
Administration Assistant
Christchurch College of Education
01.2000 - 12.2006
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