Petra Shaw-Williams
Wellington
Summary
Nō Whangārei au. Ko Petra tōku ingoa. I am a motivated secondary student teacher with subject expertise in Social Studies and additional training in Geography. My teaching practice is informed by my background in cultural anthropology, Mātauranga Māori, and community youth work. I bring experience from diverse educational and support roles, and I am passionate about fostering inclusive, culturally responsive, and engaging learning environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Advisory Board Member
Whangarei Youth Space
06.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with other board members to develop and execute programs and initiatives to advance organisational mission.
Administrator & Front of House
Whangarei Youth Space
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
- Provided front-line support and pastoral care to rangatahi.
- Supported the delivery of youth programmes and events.
- Managed social media, data entry, and reporting for funders
Administrator & Front of House
Whangārei Youth Space
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided front-line support and pastoral care to rangatahi
- Managed social media, data entry, and reporting for funders
- Supported the delivery of youth programmes and events
Barista & Front of House
Café Mode
03.2022 - 02.2023
Front of House & Kitchen Hand
CocoHut
08.2021 - 12.2021
Pilates & Dance Instructor
Just Thrive & Just Dance
09.2018 - 05.2019
Checkout Operator
Countdown
05.2017 - 02.2018
Education
Graduate Diploma in Teaching - Secondary
Victoria University of Wellington
11-2025
Te Pōkaitahi Tikanga (Mātauranga Māori) Level 3 - Te Whāinga O Te Ao Tikanga
Te Wananga O Aotearoa
Wellington 12-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Cultural Anthropology
Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, NZ06-2023
Skills
- Geography and Social Studies Curriculum Knowledge
- Strong Research & Analytical Thinking
- Report Writing & Data Management
- Cross-Cultural Communication & Youth Mentoring
Culturally Responsive Teaching & Tikanga Māori
- Digital Literacy: MS Office, Google Suite, Canva, Social Media
- Knowledge of Te Tiriti O Waitangi & Aotearoa NZ Histories
- Project Coordination & Administration Experience
- Calm and engaging classroom presence
Timeline
Youth Advisory Board Member
Whangarei Youth Space
06.2024 - Current
Administrator & Front of House
Whangarei Youth Space
09.2023 - 06.2024
Administrator & Front of House
Whangārei Youth Space
09.2023 - 06.2024
Barista & Front of House
Café Mode
03.2022 - 02.2023
Front of House & Kitchen Hand
CocoHut
08.2021 - 12.2021
Pilates & Dance Instructor
Just Thrive & Just Dance
09.2018 - 05.2019
Checkout Operator
Countdown
05.2017 - 02.2018
Graduate Diploma in Teaching - Secondary
Victoria University of Wellington
Te Pōkaitahi Tikanga (Mātauranga Māori) Level 3 - Te Whāinga O Te Ao Tikanga
Te Wananga O Aotearoa
Bachelor of Arts - Cultural Anthropology
Victoria University of Wellington
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