Lucie Cheeseman

• Transforming student achievement data - accelerating the learning of all learners, particularly students at risk of underachieving in Mathematics.
• Ridgeview school 63% of students At or Above expectation ( 2022), after 1 years PLD 80% of students at or above expectation. (2023)
• Hobsonville school 66.7% of students at or Above expectation in 2020. after 4 years PLD 90% of students At or Above by 2024.
• Leadership development - Building leadership capability through coaching and mentoring, supporting school leadership teams to strategically plan for and effect change, and to develop sustainable practices, developing leaders ability to analyse and use data to inform decision making.
• Teacher capacity building - Mathematics content knowledge and pedagogical development, developing schoolwide systems and processes to use effective formative and summative assessments, focussing on developing responsive and inclusive practices, empowering student agency through discourse practices.

• Led Mathematics PLD across numerous, varied kura developing strong relationships with kaiako through active listening skills and empathetic approach, fostering trust within the learning community.
• Enhanced ākonga understanding by supporting teachers to implement innovative teaching methods driven by robust curriculum knowledge and understanding.
• Utilized various assessment tools to measure student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly for optimal results.
• Created differentiated instruction materials catering to diverse learning needs within the classroom setting, ensuring equitable opportunities for success among all students.
• Introduced creative problem-solving techniques, enabling students to tackle complex mathematical concepts more effectively.
• Spearheaded initiatives to improve student retention in math courses, addressing underlying issues and implementing targeted interventions.

• Mentored team members, contributing to their professional growth and development.
• Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
• Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behaviour concerns promptly and effectively.
• Established intervention programs for struggling students, improving overall academic achievement levels at the school.
• Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
• Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
• Improved school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.

• Led acceleration programmes in mathematics such as ALiM, MST and MEI.
• Managed and led Lead Teacher clusters in North and South West Auckland
• Mentor to team members
• Involved in Ministry of Education Home School Partnership Initiative
• Assisted co-ordination of Manurewa Enhancement Initiative in South Auckland

• Led team of 11 teachers and 225 students
• Mentored team members, contributing to their professional growth and development.
• Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Led student teachers to successfully complete teaching practicums and become effective classroom practitioners.
• Developed a Mathematics policy, assessment practices and mentorship programme.
• Developed a strong collaborative culture focused on teacher and student engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.

• History and PSHE Curriculum Leader - Implemented a new scheme of work, syllabus, planning cycle and policy for History and PSHE.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
• Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
• Established and organised support groups to train and educate parents to effectively enhance their children’s learning.
• Collaborated with a Government Task Agency to provide Exemplification Standards of work for a national website.

Nominated for “The Most Outstanding Newly Qualified Teacher” in the annual United Kingdom National Teaching Awards.