Marilyn Mann-Puafisi
Auckland,AUK
Summary
A dedicated and caring Early Childhood Educator who believes that every child is unique and deserves learning experiences tailored to their individual needs, strengths, and interests. Passionate about creating a safe, secure, and inclusive environment where tamariki feel valued, confident, and supported to explore, learn, and develop at their own pace. Guided by Te Whāriki, with a strong focus on well-being, belonging, and positive, respectful relationships with children and whānau.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
KiddyWinks Kindergarten
Mnaurewa, Auckland
07.2023 - 04.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment for children's growth and exploration.
- Collaborated with families to support children's development and education goals.
- Organized indoor and outdoor playtime activities to promote physical and mental development of children.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
- Stuck to daily routines to help children feel comfortable and promote development.
- Observed and monitored the behavior of children in order to ensure safety and provide positive guidance.
Early Childhood Educator
Immanuel Preschool
Mangere, Auckland
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment for children's growth and exploration.
- Assisted in assessing children's progress and identifying areas for improvement.
- Implemented creative activities that promoted social, emotional, and cognitive skills.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
Early Childhood Educator
Best Start Wattle Downs
Manurewa, Auckland
03.2020 - 05.2021
- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment for children's growth and exploration.
- Assisted in assessing children's progress and identifying areas for improvement.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Encouraged creativity through art, music, dramatic play and other creative activities.
Early Childhood Educator
Blossoms Educare - Glen Innes
Glen Innes, Auckland
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment for children's growth and exploration.
- Collaborated with families to support children's development and education goals.
- Assisted in assessing children's progress and identifying areas for improvement.
- Maintained a clean and organized classroom that stimulated learning experiences.
- Provided a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children.
Early Childlhood Teacher
Mangere East Family Service Centre
Mangere, Auckland
01.2014 - 04.2017
- Established a safe and nurturing classroom environment for all children.
- Developed and executed lesson plans integrating play-based learning experiences.
- Supported team members in creating tailored curricula for each age group.
- Utilized effective communication strategies to address individual student needs with staff and families.
- Participated in monthly meetings with administrators to evaluate program effectiveness.
- Encouraged parental involvement by soliciting feedback on classroom activities.
Education
Bachelor of Early Childhood Care And Education - Early Childhood Education
Manukau Institute of Technology
Auckland, NZ03-2018
Skills
- Lesson planning and progress assessment
- Child development and early literacy
- Behavioral observation and classroom management
- Relationship building
- Cultural awareness
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
KiddyWinks Kindergarten
07.2023 - 04.2025
Early Childhood Educator
Immanuel Preschool
01.2022 - 12.2022
Early Childhood Educator
Best Start Wattle Downs
03.2020 - 05.2021
Early Childhood Educator
Blossoms Educare - Glen Innes
01.2018 - 03.2020
Early Childlhood Teacher
Mangere East Family Service Centre
01.2014 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Early Childhood Care And Education - Early Childhood Education
Manukau Institute of Technology