Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Professional Development during placements as a student teacher
Websites
References
Timeline
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Sandra Palmer

Tauranga,BOP

Summary

As a student teacher, I was recognised for flexibility in teaching and school requirements, which supports the school culture. Demonstrates strong alignment with school values and fosters positive learning environments.

Displays an ability to engage students and support diverse learning needs.

Effectively collaborates to enhance educational experiences and develop strong lesson plans, classroom management, and technology integration, supporting the best practices for positive learning environments and fostering student engagement.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Teacher

Selwyn Ridge School
Welcome Bay , Tauranga
02.2023 - 12.2025
  • Facilitated group discussions among students on relevant topics.
  • Conducted classroom observations to assess student performance.
  • Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies.
  • Encouraged positive relationships between students by promoting collaboration within groups.
  • Incorporated technology into lessons when appropriate to enhance engagement.
  • Developed lesson plans and activities to engage students in the learning process.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills by posing open-ended questions during lessons.
  • Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
  • Attended and contributed to staff meetings.
  • Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
  • Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
  • Followed school schedules and policies to promote safety and learning.
  • Prepared teaching materials and visual aids to support lesson objectives.

Student Teacher

Tauranga Primary School
Tauranga, Tauranga
02.2024 - 11.2025
  • Created interactive presentations, using multimedia resources such as videos and slideshows.
  • Incorporated technology into lessons when appropriate to enhance engagement.
  • Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies.
  • Evaluated student work, provided feedback, and tracked their progress over time.
  • Encouraged positive relationships between students by promoting collaboration within groups.
  • Developed lesson plans and activities to engage students in the learning process.
  • Attended and contributed to staff meetings.
  • Collaborated with the teacher to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives.
  • Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
  • Developed a deeper understanding of teaching strategies, with increasing responsibility for student learning.
  • Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
  • Participated in school events and extracurricular activities, such as Kapa Haka, to support the school community.

Teacher Aide

Greerton Village School
Greerton, Tauranga
04.2021 - 12.2022
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring to enhance the understanding of learning concepts for students.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, teachers, and administrators.
  • Supervised activities while engaging children to foster a supportive environment.
  • Coordinated with teachers to identify and assist students with special needs.
  • Supported classroom management in diverse settings to promote effective learning.
  • Collaborated on the development of Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) to support students with diverse learning needs.
  • Integrated educational technology to enhance classroom learning and student engagement.
  • Coordinated and supervised school events and field trips to promote student participation and enrichment.

Teacher Aide

Ōtumoetai Primary School
Ōtumoetai, Tauranga
03.2020 - 04.2021
  • Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help reinforce learning concepts.
  • Contributed to a positive educational setting through gentle discipline to promote student success.
  • Created and maintained a safe and engaging learning environment for all students.
  • Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and teachers.
  • Facilitated small group learning activities to reinforce lesson objectives.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students requiring additional assistance with literacy.

Education

Bachelor of Teaching (Primary) - Teacher Aide

University of Waikato
Tauranga, NZ

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning
  • Educational technology
  • Student assessment
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Effective communication
  • Professional development
  • Group and individual teaching
  • Modern teaching methods
  • Curriculum planning
  • Positive learning environment
  • Student-centered learning
  • Inquiry-based learning
  • Relationship building
  • Interpersonal communication

Affiliations

  • Dragon boating: I attended the World Championship in Ravenna, Italy, in 2025
  • Dragon Boating attended Panda's on the Gold Coast, Australia, in 2022
  • Volunteering and fundraising for a variety of schools and sports clubs

Certification

  • Completed St. John's Ambulance First Aid Course Level 2, June 2025
  • Full driver's license in New Zealand and Australia

Professional Development during placements as a student teacher

  • PD at Tauranga Primary School with Dr. Helen Walls - handwriting, literacy scope, and sequence, 2024
  • PD at Tauranga Intermediate School, writing, reading, and mathematics during placement in 2025
  • University of Waikato Education Summit about AI 2024–2025
  • Breakfast Club at Greerton Village School, 2021-2022

References

  • Mrs. Francine Whitehead, Welcome Bay Public School.
  • Mrs. Kimberley Henderson-Ginn, principal at Greerton Village School.
  • Mrs. Kelly Savage, mentor teacher in 2024 at Tauranga Primary School.

Timeline

Student Teacher

Tauranga Primary School
02.2024 - 11.2025

Student Teacher

Selwyn Ridge School
02.2023 - 12.2025

Teacher Aide

Greerton Village School
04.2021 - 12.2022

Teacher Aide

Ōtumoetai Primary School
03.2020 - 04.2021

Bachelor of Teaching (Primary) - Teacher Aide

University of Waikato
Sandra Palmer