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Work History
Education
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Teaching Registration
Nutrition Registration
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Rebecca Smith

Greymouth,WTC

Summary

I am a dedicated teacher and registered nutritionist with expertise in primary education, health promotion, and curriculum design. I thrive on building warm, respectful relationships with students, colleagues, and the wider community. Reliable, adaptable, and collaborative, I bring creativity and a sense of humour into teaching while maintaining professionalism and diplomacy in challenging situations.

Experienced with facilitating interactive workshops that promote active learning and participant engagement. Utilizes effective communication and adaptability to meet diverse learning needs. Knowledge of designing comprehensive workshop materials to ensure impactful educational experiences.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Part-time Primary Teacher (PRT/CRT release)

Hokitika Primary School
01.2022 - Current

Part-time Primary Teacher (CRT release)

Paroa School
01.2022 - Current

Health Coach (part-time)

Coastal Health Medical Centre (West Coast Health)
01.2022 - Current

Healthy kai programmes & workshops

Puawai Kai Facilitator
01.2021 - Current

Full-time Year 2 Teacher (Fixed Term)

Hokitika Primary School
03.2023 - 01.2024

Community Nutrition Services

Nutritionist
01.2019 - 01.2021

Food Technology Teacher

Shirley Intermediate School
01.2017 - 01.2021
  • Designed and delivered a food and nutrition programme.
  • Developed student-led canteen operations with a nutritious focus.
  • Partnered with Heart Foundation & Health Promoting Schools.

Healthy eating workshop facilitator

Somali & Eritrean Community
01.2021

Years 0–8

Relief Teaching
01.2017 - 01.2021

Programme Facilitator

Appetite for Life, Pegasus Health
01.2017 - 01.2020

Food Technology/Nutrition Teacher

Haeata Community Campus
01.2016 - 01.2017

Classroom Teacher/Health Coordinator (Years 1–3)

Aranui Primary School
2015 - 2016

Nutritionist

Te Rawhiti Family Medical Centre
01.2013

Education

GradDipTchLn - Primary

University of Canterbury
01.2014

BSc - Human Nutrition

University of Otago
01.2010

Skills

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Workshop coordination
  • Facilitation techniques
  • Community outreach
  • Motivational skills
  • Curriculum development

Personal Interests

Health & nutrition education, Cooking & recipe development, Surfing, camping & hiking, Reading & lifelong learning

Teaching Registration

Number: 351489 | Type: Full Registration

Nutrition Registration

  • Number: 82020215
  • Area: Human Nutrition
  • Fields: Private Practice, Public Health, Education

Timeline

Full-time Year 2 Teacher (Fixed Term)

Hokitika Primary School
03.2023 - 01.2024

Part-time Primary Teacher (PRT/CRT release)

Hokitika Primary School
01.2022 - Current

Part-time Primary Teacher (CRT release)

Paroa School
01.2022 - Current

Health Coach (part-time)

Coastal Health Medical Centre (West Coast Health)
01.2022 - Current

Healthy kai programmes & workshops

Puawai Kai Facilitator
01.2021 - Current

Healthy eating workshop facilitator

Somali & Eritrean Community
01.2021

Community Nutrition Services

Nutritionist
01.2019 - 01.2021

Food Technology Teacher

Shirley Intermediate School
01.2017 - 01.2021

Years 0–8

Relief Teaching
01.2017 - 01.2021

Programme Facilitator

Appetite for Life, Pegasus Health
01.2017 - 01.2020

Food Technology/Nutrition Teacher

Haeata Community Campus
01.2016 - 01.2017

Nutritionist

Te Rawhiti Family Medical Centre
01.2013

BSc - Human Nutrition

University of Otago

Classroom Teacher/Health Coordinator (Years 1–3)

Aranui Primary School
2015 - 2016

GradDipTchLn - Primary

University of Canterbury
Rebecca Smith