MaryAnne Schwenke
Avondale,Auckland
Summary
I am an experienced teacher who has also worked in the role of Learning Support Coordinator at Kelston Intermediate School and Kelston Girls' College. I have developed skills and knowledge to individualize education plans and foster collaborative and inclusive learning environments.
I have developed skills related to supporting students with special needs and culturally responsive teaching. I have successfully supported neurodiverse students, helping them gain academic and social stability through tailored goals. I am committed to empowering students and families through effective communication and adaptive learning strategies.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Learning Support Coordinator
Kelston Girls College
Kelston
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Implemented behavior management techniques to support student engagement.
- Developed individualized learning plans for students with diverse needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to educators and parents.
- Evaluated resources and tools to enhance student learning experiences.
- Supported by the ESOL program with a cohort of Japanese students and refugee students.
- I taught a whānau class and wrote end-of-year reports.
- Worked collaboratively with the SENCo, Hauora leadership, learning support, whānau, and agencies to provide wrap-around support for neurodiverse learners.
Learning Support Coordinator
Kelston Intermediate School
Kelston
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Focused strongly on supporting neurodiverse students with additional needs, their families, teachers, and support network.
- The role supported a strong, culturally centric lens, with a socially and academically integrated way of learning.
- Met with whānau, the Special Needs Coordinator, social work in the schools, school leadership, organizations, and agencies involved to set up an individual education plan.n.
- Leading Kaitiaki meetings with the SENCo and leadership on a weekly basis.
- Set up systems for the compilation of data and information for every student who requires additional support with learning, behavior, and social goals!
- Worked closely with the SENCo, SWIS, Counsellor, School Leadership, Principal, and Kaiawhina (TA support), as well as organizations and agencies!
- Transitioning students from primary to intermediate, and from intermediate to college
- Developed learning plans for students who had difficulty starting back after lockdown and transitioning them back to school.
- Supported the SENCo with students who have learning, behavior, and higher needs.
- Supported the implementation of IEPs and goals in class with students and teachers.
- Meeting with Learning Support regularly and identifying PD needs to help them be more effective as learning support.
- Being flexible as the role has evolved around the changes that were happening at the time of COVID restrictions, such as organizing learning packs, delivery, and signup for devices.
- Applications for AT, ESOL funding, support funding, and other needs that arose.
Scale A Teacher
St Leonards Road School
01.2012 - 12.2019
- Teaching new entrants, and Year 1-2s.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student needs in my class, and for term planning.
- Facilitated classroom activities promoting collaboration and critical thinking.
- Implemented assessment tools to monitor student progress effectively.
- Friends of the School, teacher representative for seven years. Organizing Family Fun Nights as an annual fundraiser for the school.
- Junior Culture Group Leader, 4 years.
- Family Fun Night Teacher Coordinator.
- Pasifika Team, planning and reporting to whānau, and community.
- IYT trained (Incredible Years Teacher).
- Drama Curriculum Leader. Social Studies, Technology, Drama curriculum teams.
- Curriculum Team, Kidspeak Writing Progressions.
- Coordinated parent-teacher meetings to discuss student development.
- Mentored new teachers on classroom management techniques.
- Organized school events enhancing community involvement and support.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
Support Teacher
Kids Cove Ltd
Avondale
01.2008 - 12.2009
- Daily care and well-being of babies.
- Responsibilities in the center.
Mentor Teacher
Mates Mentoring Programme
01.2008 - 12.2009
- University of Auckland, Pilot programme - Transitioning “at risk” year 7 students, into High School.
- Year 8 Pacific Island student: tutoring, goal setting, and life skills.
Teacher Aide
Mount Roskill Grammar School
01.1996 - 12.1997
- Facilitating individual programs for multi-disabled students and in collaboration with physiotherapist, speech-language therapist, and occupational therapists.
- Teaching programs to develop independent living skills, and assistance with daily physical care of students.
Education
Graduate Diploma in Teaching Speakers and Schools of other languages - Bilingual Education
Auckland University,
Auckland, NZ01.2021
Postgraduate Diploma in Education - Teaching
University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ01.2011
Bachelor of Education - Teaching
University
Auckland01.2010
Personnel Computing Diploma -
International Correspondence Schools
Auckland, NZ01.1995
University Entrance -
Kelston Girls High
Auckland, NZ01.1991
Skills
- Progress monitoring
- Adaptive learning
- Curriculum adaptation
- Culturally responsive teaching
- Collaborative planning
- Special needs coordination
- Effective communication
- Data analysis
- Classroom management
- Transition planning
- Individualized education plans
References
- Darren Smith, Ex-Principal, St Leonards Rd School, 1996-2018, 021116963
- Phil Gordon, Ex-Principal, 2011-2021, 0273780173
- Shona Hamilton, Ex-Assistant Principal, St Leonards Rd School, 2013-2018, 021868159
- Liz Cassidy, SENCo KGC, 2022 onwards, 02102581629
Contact Details
Email: maryanne.schwenke@gmail.com
Mobile: 0272219198
Timeline
Learning Support Coordinator
Kelston Girls College
08.2022 - 07.2023
Learning Support Coordinator
Kelston Intermediate School
01.2020 - 12.2021
Scale A Teacher
St Leonards Road School
01.2012 - 12.2019
Support Teacher
Kids Cove Ltd
01.2008 - 12.2009
Mentor Teacher
Mates Mentoring Programme
01.2008 - 12.2009
Teacher Aide
Mount Roskill Grammar School
01.1996 - 12.1997
Graduate Diploma in Teaching Speakers and Schools of other languages - Bilingual Education
Auckland University,
Postgraduate Diploma in Education - Teaching
University of Auckland
Bachelor of Education - Teaching
University
Personnel Computing Diploma -
International Correspondence Schools
University Entrance -
Kelston Girls High
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