Qing （Daisy） LIU
Auckland,NZ
Summary
Provisionally registered ECE kaiako (AUT MTeachL - Early Childhood) with current First Aid, seeking a full-time role. Practicum and relieving experience across all age groups, specialising in play-based experience facilitation, environment set-up, and responsive daily routines. A calm, proactive team player who builds positive relationships with tamariki, kaiako, and whānau, with tamariki's wellbeing at the centre of my practice.
Open Work Visa | Available immediately | Seeking full-time ECE kaiako
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Reliever (All age groups)
Kiddos Childcare Birkdale
Auckland, NZ
11.2025 - Current
- Supported infant, toddler, and preschool rooms to maintain ratios and provide safe supervision.
- Confident with nappy changing, kai, sleep/settling, hygiene, and tidy-up, following centre policies.
- Set up and pack down invitations to play and learning areas aligned with the room plan.
- Communicate clearly with kaiako during handovers to support smooth routines and transitions.
Student Teacher (Infants)
Kindercare Albany
Auckland, NZ
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Used a 'Slow Down' approach during kai, sleep/settling, and transitions to build secure relationships with pēpi.
- Independently set up sensory provocations (e.g., gloop, loose parts, family corner) to invite infant exploration.
- Applied Notice-Recognise-Respond framework to observe key children and contribute to IDP planning, learning stories, and share progress with whānau under guidance of the team.
Student Teacher (Toddlers & Preschoolers)
Kiddos Childcare Birkdale
Auckland, NZ
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Supported opening/closing shifts, including transitions, indoor/outdoor play, tidy-up, and room organisation.
- Planned and led play-based experiences to extend literacy/numeracy interests.
- Led mat times and supported centre events (Matariki, Pink Shirt Day), contributing to planning/documentation under guidance.
Part-time Tutor
CubeeKiz
Auckland, NZ
04.2025 - Current
- Deliver bilingual (English-Mandarin) small-group public speaking lessons for Y1-8, supporting confidence and communication.
Teacher
Yew Wah International Education School
Tongxiang, China
07.2020 - 01.2025
- Taught bilingual (English&Chinese) Humanities courses to students from diverse language backgrounds.
- Served as a core member of YCYW Future School Program, co-developing PBL courses and facilitating PD sessions for teachers.
Teacher
Country Garden School
Jurong, China
11.2016 - 06.2020
- Taught History across diverse international curriculums (IBDP, MYP, IGCSE, and A-Level) with high student achievement.
- Coordinated a storytelling programme with the kindergarten, planning weekly story-and-craft sessions and supporting routines alongside ECE kaiako.
Education
Master of Teaching and Learning - Early Childhood
Auckland University of Technology
12.2025
Master of Arts - Comparative and Public History
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
11.2016
Bachelor of Arts - History (Teaching)
Yangzhou University
06.2015
Skills
- Bilingual Communication (English-Mandarin)
- Relationship Building (tamariki, kaiako, whānau)
- Bicultural Practice (te reo Māori in routines & mat times)
- Environment Design (invitations to play, sensory set-ups)
- Observation & Reflection (NRR, learning stories/IDPs)
References
- Pritika Chand, Manager of Kiddos Childcare Birkdale, pritikachand71@gmail.com, 021 082 91641
- Meripa Rakuita, Head teacher of Kindercare Albany infant room, meripa.rakuita@kindercare.co.nz, 09 479 2828
Timeline
Reliever (All age groups)
Kiddos Childcare Birkdale
11.2025 - Current
Student Teacher (Infants)
Kindercare Albany
09.2025 - 11.2025
Part-time Tutor
CubeeKiz
04.2025 - Current
Student Teacher (Toddlers & Preschoolers)
Kiddos Childcare Birkdale
03.2025 - 06.2025
Teacher
Yew Wah International Education School
07.2020 - 01.2025
Teacher
Country Garden School
11.2016 - 06.2020
Master of Teaching and Learning - Early Childhood
Auckland University of Technology
Master of Arts - Comparative and Public History
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Bachelor of Arts - History (Teaching)
Yangzhou University