Naarah Ngawaka
Opotiki
Summary
I am a passionate teacher with a genuine love for children and their curiosity about the world. I have great relationship building skills and find it very easy to collaborate effectively with children and their whanau.
I am a bubbly and fun educator with proven skills in teaching a diverse range of subjects being adaptable in meeting the individual needs of students with warm, and safe environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
CRT Release Teacher
Woodlands Primary School
09.2024 - Current
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behaviour modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Fostered positive classroom environment, managing student behaviour and promoting respect.
- Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study by following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
CRT Release Teacher
Opotiki Primary Schoool
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Creating a learning environment where children are encouraged to implement their everyday classroom routines while also enjoying the freedom to create and develop new ones along the way
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Teacher Aide
Ashbrook Primary School
09.2023 - 12.2023
- 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.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
ECE Teacher
Te Puna O Tarawa Preschool - Whakatohea Trust
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Organized extracurricular activities for students, promoting social skills development and positive school culture.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, involving them in their child''s education process.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
OSCAR Supervisor
Whakatohea Maori Trust Board
07.2019 - 12.2023
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
- Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
- Managed behaviour issues effectively using positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a respectful atmosphere within the childcare setting.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
Education
Graducate Diploma of Arts - Psychology
Massey University
Palmerston North, NZ11-2025
Bachelor of Teaching - Early Childhood Education
The Open Polytechnic of NZ
Wellington11-2022
Skills
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
Languages
Maori
Professional Working
Timeline
CRT Release Teacher
Woodlands Primary School
09.2024 - Current
CRT Release Teacher
Opotiki Primary Schoool
02.2024 - 09.2024
Teacher Aide
Ashbrook Primary School
09.2023 - 12.2023
ECE Teacher
Te Puna O Tarawa Preschool - Whakatohea Trust
06.2022 - 12.2023
OSCAR Supervisor
Whakatohea Maori Trust Board
07.2019 - 12.2023
Graducate Diploma of Arts - Psychology
Massey University
Bachelor of Teaching - Early Childhood Education
The Open Polytechnic of NZ
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