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NAIQI LU

NAIQI LU

Auckland,Glenfield

Summary

I am a caring and enthusiastic Early Childhood Education (ECE) student teacher with a background in Business Analytics and a passion for the performing arts. Currently pursuing a Master of Education at AUT, with practicum experience in both toddler and preschool settings. I am known for engaging tamariki through music, dance, and bilingual strategies. Confident in supporting daily routines, mat time, and social interactions across all age groups. I also bring strong digital skills, a professional demeanour, and the ability to respond effectively to culturally diverse learning environments.

Work History

Student Teacher-Toddler

Lollipops Educare
03.2025 - Current
  • Supported toddlers’ daily routines and engaged in free play, outdoor learning, and creative activities. Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Facilitated small group activities or one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs. Designed visual prompts and used picture cards to support emerging vocabulary and communication
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
  • Bilingual mat time using Māori colour songs, body movement games, and interactive storytelling
  • Monitored classrooms for safety and good behaviour, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
  • Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
  • Actively reflected on teaching practices and adapted strategies to support tamariki

Student Teacher- Preschool

Lollipops Educare
03.2025 - Current
  • Supported routines and free play
  • Built warm and respectful relationships with tamariki through meaningful interactions (singing, storytelling or outside playing).
  • Although not responsible for designing activities, closely observed learning behaviors and adapted my role to scaffold children's play and communication

Education

Master of Education - Master of Education (Early Childhood Education)

Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
Auckland
11-2025

Master of Commerce - Business Analytics

University of Sydney
09-2023

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Finance

University of Auckland
Auckland
09-2021

Skills

  • Excellent singing and dancing abilities
  • Skilled in bilingual strategies using visual, musical, and storytelling approaches
  • Advanced in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
  • Fluent in English and Mandarin;Basic Japanese

Interests

  • Dancing
  • Music
  • Playing Sports
  • Reading
  • DIY Projects

Timeline

Student Teacher-Toddler

Lollipops Educare
03.2025 - Current

Student Teacher- Preschool

Lollipops Educare
03.2025 - Current

Master of Education - Master of Education (Early Childhood Education)

Auckland University of Technology (AUT)

Master of Commerce - Business Analytics

University of Sydney

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Finance

University of Auckland
NAIQI LU