WENDY O’KEEFFE

Resourceful and passionate English Language Arts (ELA) and English as an Additional Language (EAL) Teacher with an adaptable and approachable style. Knowledgeable about building strong verbal and written communication skills in primary students. Familiar with curriculum selection, lesson planning and classroom management. Committed to creating comfortable learning environments for students. Desiring to contribute 20 years of experience to school and student success.

January 2015- June 2018 I was heavily involved in various volunteer roles in the community. Some of these volunteer roles include:

• Volunteer tutor of EAL for English Language Partners, New Plymouth
• Regularly organised and held free meditation/ wellness retreats for women in the community
• Team Manager, for various netball teams (school and representative) in Taranaki
• Fundraising committee member for Fitzroy Surf Lifesaving Club, New Plymouth
• Catering leader for social events, national competitions and National Lifeguard Courses at Fitzroy Surf Lifesaving Club, New Plymouth
• WOMAD (World of Music and Dance) Festival, City Host (every year)

Gardening, horticulture

Yoga, meditation

Camping, Hiking, Cycle-touring

Art and Craft, especially wearable art

Walking

Baking

Music festivals and concerts

Reading

Beryl Nicholson- Head of Primary, Keystone Academy, Beijing, China 

Email: beryl.nicholson@keystoneacademy.cn

Jean Chang- Dean of Faculty, Primary (and parent), Keystone Academy, Beijing, China

Email: jichen@post.Harvard.edu