Matekino Matthews
Porirua,WGN
Summary
Dynamic professional with a friendly, positive attitude and strong organizational skills, honed at Poppy. Proven ability to collaborate effectively in fast-paced environments while delivering exceptional customer service. Adaptable and dependable, I excel in problem-solving and communication, ensuring successful outcomes in diverse team settings. Committed to fostering positive relationships and enhancing operational efficiency.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Holiday Programes
Poppy
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Health Care Assistant
Waikanae Health
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Supported daily living activities, promoting independence among patients.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas and medical equipment.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families, fostering an environment of trust and open communication that facilitated better healthcare experiences.
- Performed vital signs monitoring, ensuring timely reporting of any abnormalities to the medical team.
- Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
- Participated in continuous education programs to stay updated on healthcare best practices and emerging trends.
- Facilitated smoother patient discharge processes by preparing documents and educating patients on post-discharge care.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Teacher
Porirua
01.2018 - 2022
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Assessed student progress and provided targeted feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment encouraging student participation and collaboration.
- Utilized technology tools to support interactive learning experiences for diverse learners.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects promoting critical thinking skills.
- Organized and facilitated parent-teacher conferences to strengthen home-school connections.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and instructional strategies for effective teaching.
- Led professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching methodologies and classroom management techniques.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Guided students through college application process, increasing number of students accepted into their first-choice institutions.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
- Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
- Conducted ongoing professional development in educational technology, keeping teaching approach current and effective.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
- Revamped school's library system, making it more accessible and user-friendly for students and staff.
- Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Pioneered sustainability project that educated students on environmental issues and solutions.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Spearheaded mentorship program for at-risk students, contributing to improved academic and behavioral outcomes.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Daycare Teacher
Kohanga
01.2010 - 02.2017
- Developed engaging lesson plans to foster children's cognitive and social skills.
- Implemented daily activities promoting creativity and physical development in a safe environment.
- Mentored new staff on classroom management techniques and educational best practices.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss child progress and address developmental concerns.
- Assessed individual learning needs to tailor educational approaches for diverse learners.
- Organized classroom environments to enhance learning experiences and safety measures.
- Led workshops for families, enhancing community involvement in early childhood education initiatives.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Promoted language acquisition in young learners with engaging storytelling, songs, and word games.
- Enhanced children''s emotional development through empathetic communication and active listening techniques.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Led small group instruction tailored to each child''s unique abilities and interests, ensuring personalized attention during learning activities.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Conducted regular safety drills, ensuring children knew how to respond in emergency situations.
- Assisted children with special needs by providing tailored support and accommodations, ensuring inclusive learning environment.
- Enhanced children's problem-solving skills through guided activities and open-ended questions.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching
Te Wananga O Raukawa
Otaki, NZ12-2016
High School Diploma -
Te Kura Maori O Porirua
Waitangirua12-2010
Matauranga Maori - Matauranga Maori
Te Wananga O Raukawa
Otaki, NZ12-2010
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Computer skills
- Organization and time management
- Problem resolution
- Decision-making
- Verbal communication
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Waikanae Health
01.2023 - Current
Teacher
Porirua
01.2018 - 2022
Daycare Teacher
Kohanga
01.2010 - 02.2017
Holiday Programes
Poppy
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching
Te Wananga O Raukawa
High School Diploma -
Te Kura Maori O Porirua
Matauranga Maori - Matauranga Maori
Te Wananga O Raukawa