Ngati Kuia

• Development and production of all NCEA and New Zealand Scholarship external assessment materials.
• Manage the end to end external assessment process for their allocated subject(s) from development through to marking.
• Ensure external assessment materials are developed to a high standard and critiqued within agreed timelines.
• Management of contractors; all those involved in the development and marking of external assessment materials, and marking of portfolios/submitted reports;
• Provision of assessment advice for the review of standards.
• Development of external assessment materials to support the move to online external assessment.
• Built rapport with diverse groups of stakeholders by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural competence during facilitated sessions.
• Fostered an inclusive learning environment by addressing diverse needs and adapting facilitation techniques as needed.
• Delivered high-quality training sessions, ensuring participants developed a thorough understanding of the subject matter.

• The delivery of Teaching Tourism Māori Unit Standards at Level 2 and Level 3.
• Delivery of Teaching skills and knowledge of our unique Māori culture and the tourism industry including:

-examine and recite appropriate karakia in tourism Māori,

-explain tikanga in Tourism Māori,

-explain the importance of Māori place names, and use reo Māori greetings and farewells in tourism,

-prepare and provide kai service, as part of a team and under supervision, for manuhiri.

• Enhanced cultural understanding by conducting workshops and training sessions for diverse audiences.
• Mentored individuals navigating new cultural environments, providing guidance on adjustment strategies and resources available to them.
• Partnered with local schools to integrate cultural elements into curricula, enriching students'' learning experiences.

• Facilitating a combination of Mau rākau, Ngā Mahi a te Rēhia and Te Ao haka workshops over 10 weeks which included:

-active exercising warm ups,

-mau rākau movements & foot work

-constructing short sequence which incorporated wiri, takahi, pūkana and the explanation and meaning of each component as fundamental development.

• Coordinated movements, tū waewae, āhai, poi, haka and more in the lead up to the development of a comprehensive performance.

• Ngā mahi a Te Rēhia Assessment Material Developer:

-responsibility and accountability for ensuring that all materials for Aromatawai ā-waho are technically correct and error free, and validly and fairly assessed at the national standard.

-Working in guidance with Kaupapa and mātāpono Aromatawai that derive from kaupapa of Te Whare Ako o Te Hono o Te Kahurangi; Te Reo Māori, Rangatiratanga, Pūkengatanga, Manaakitanga, Kaitiakitanga and Whanaungatanga.

• Developing materials for Aromatawai ā-waho with the Matawhao (Materials Developer).
• Participate and contribute to development materials review meetings.
• Discuss and communicate reports and assessment drafts with NAF (National Assessment Facilitator) and panel lead markers.

• Responsible for the production of Māori resource tools, content, information, and kaupapa resources, among other related tasks.
• Possess a thorough and current understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum and Māori values to confidently implement into the resources.
• Collaboration across continents working with a global team of content creators to help improve the availability of education tools and resources for educators around the world.
• Possess proficient skills in Microsoft Office, specifically in Word and PowerPoint.
• Possess excellent spelling, punctuation, and grammar skills and demonstrate an exceptional eye for detail.

• Implementing kaupapa Māori, values and tikanga within the classroom and school environment that are in alignment with the curriculum that promote a strong sense of belonging within each ākonga thorugh:

-Ākonga kapa haka,

-Kura reo Māori,

-Ngā mahi a te Rēhia,

-Ngā kaupapa Māori ō ia rā (karakia, mihimihi, waiata),

-Kaupapa o te tau (Matariki, pūrākau etc)

• Developed differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in improved student outcomes.
• Established positive classroom environments that fostered open communication and collaboration between students.
• Enhanced parent-teacher relationships by maintaining regular communication regarding student progress and needs.
• Completed student progress reports mid-year and end of-year.
• Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
• Built strong rapport with parents/guardians through consistent communication about individual student progress, fostering collaborative partnerships that supported academic achievement.

• Delivered educational guidance in accordance with assigned level/s and subject matter.
• Implemented strategies to foster respectful and valued relationships in the classroom.
• Implemented quality teaching and learning programmes in alignment with iwi based learning principles.
• Developed strong relationships with whānau, colleagues through effective communication and collaboration, fostering a supportive learning environment for ākonga.
• Assessed and improved lesson plans through implementation and experimentation.
• Evaluated student progress using various assessment tools such as quizzes, tests, essays, presentations, or group projects; used results to adjust instruction as needed.
• Developed concise and informative reports for students, highlighting their achievements and areas for improvement.

• Kaiako Wharekura mō te kaupapa Te Ao Haka NCEA level 1-3.

• Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
• Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
• Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
• Improved student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
• Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
• Promoted a culture of respect and empathy within the classroom, encouraging healthy peer-to-peer interactions among diverse learners.
• Developed and implemented lesson plans based on individual student needs.
• Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
• Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.

• Developed a positive classroom environment, fostering collaboration and respect among students.
• Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
• Facilitated group projects that encouraged teamwork, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking abilities among students.
• Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.

• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.Implement specific iwi, kaupapa Māori based model to foster and nurture tamariki and their extended whānau, to becoming independent, successful life-long learners.
• Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
• Implementation of Te Arawa Maramataka Māori to support individual learning and needs.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education, Maramataka Māori and kaupapa Māori.
• Promoted early literacy skills by implementing engaging reading activities and fostering a love for learning for pākeke of the centre.
• Developed strong relationships with parents, conducting regular communication to keep them informed about their child''s progress and school events.
• Organized kaupapa based haerenga/trips to enhance curriculum topics and provide real-world connections for students.
• Facilitated successful parent-teacher conferences, addressing concerns and discussing strategies for supporting student growth at home.
• Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
• Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
• Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

• Enhancing comprehension for tamariki by incorporating hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences.
• Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
• Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, guiding future instruction based on individual needs.
• Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
• Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.